DIY Heat Pump and LogisVert Rebate: Yes, It's Possible
Updated November 2026 · Reading time: 9 minutes
"If you install your heat pump yourself, you lose the LogisVert rebate." You see this claim often, including on installers' websites. It is not wrong if you stop at the installation: Hydro-Québec requires a licensed company to carry out the work and issue a detailed invoice. But it overlooks a simple path: you do the mechanical installation, then an RBQ-licensed company performs the on-site commissioning and gives you the official invoice. That is exactly what Kanartic commissioning offers.
This article summarizes the LogisVert rules in force today, based on Hydro-Québec's official documents, then walks through the process step by step, its limits and the documents to keep.
What LogisVert actually requires for a heat pump
The conditions below come from the LogisVert participation guide for residential customers (version 1.10, September 15, 2026) and Hydro-Québec's official LogisVert page. Check them before you buy: Hydro-Québec can change the program at any time.
Rebate amount
- $50 per 1,000 BTU/h at −8°C for an ENERGY STAR certified heat pump.
- $120 per 1,000 BTU/h at −8°C when the heat pump is ENERGY STAR certified as a "cold climate" model.
- The amount is based on the model's heating capacity at −8°C (not the number in the product name) and on the installation date.
- The rebate cannot exceed 100% of the purchase and installation cost before taxes. A 5% bonus applies if you group at least two eligible measures in the same application.
Equipment requirements
- A complete, new, ENERGY STAR certified system, either central (split) or wall-mounted (mini-split with one or more indoor units).
- An outdoor unit with a nominal cooling capacity of at least 12,000 BTU/h.
- Purchased in a store in Québec or online from a business with an address in Québec.
- Model listed in Hydro-Québec's efficient heat pump search tool: check the model number before buying.
Work and dwelling requirements
- The company that carries out the work must be registered with the Registraire des entreprises du Québec, hold the appropriate Régie du bâtiment du Québec (RBQ) licence and be a member of the corporation for its sector.
- The dwelling must be located in Québec, completed and habitable year-round: house, cottage, mobile home, condo, plex, etc.
- A detached building (garage, shed) is not eligible, nor is an indoor unit installed outside the insulation envelope, for example in an unfinished attic.
Deadlines and documents
- The application must be submitted no later than 9 months after the measure is installed. Processing generally takes 10 to 12 weeks.
- Documents: proof of ownership (municipal tax bill or deed of sale), a detailed paid invoice, and a clear photo of the outdoor unit's nameplate.
- The invoice must show, among other things, the installation date, installation address, company name, GST and QST numbers, RBQ licence number, AHRI or ENERGY STAR number and the cost of the work. Hydro-Québec's official checklist (in French) lists them all.
Why DIY is not an obstacle in itself
The program targets the company that carries out the work and the invoice it issues. With a Kanartic DIY system, the part that requires refrigeration skills and tools is already handled at the factory: the outdoor unit is pre-charged with R454B refrigerant (charge sized for a line set up to 30 ft) and the DIY line sets are vacuumed at the factory. They contain no refrigerant: it stays in the outdoor unit until the valves are opened. Quick connectors replace on-site flaring and vacuuming.
You can therefore mount the brackets, set the units, run the line set and the communication cable. Kanartic commissioning then completes the job: a technician from the RBQ-licensed company comes to your home, checks the whole system, opens the refrigerant valves, makes the initial settings and gives you an official invoice containing the information Hydro-Québec requires. That invoice is what lets you submit your application. Hydro-Québec alone decides on each file, so complete it carefully.
The Kanartic process in 6 steps
- Check eligibility. Your home is in Québec, habitable year-round, and the room is inside the insulated envelope. Pick a model whose outdoor unit is at least 12,000 BTU/h and check its number in Hydro-Québec's search tool.
- Size your system. Use the free BTU calculator: it accounts for insulation, windows, ceiling height and your region. A properly sized unit heats better and lasts longer.
- Order your DIY heat pump and commissioning. Choose your model in the DIY heat pump collection and add the Commissioning product. Kanartic's address is in Saint-Eustache, Québec, which meets the purchase requirement. Shipping is free everywhere in Canada.
- Install the system yourself. Follow the complete DIY installation guide: wall or ground bracket, level indoor unit, wall penetration, line set connection with quick connectors, communication cable and condensate drain. Leave the valves closed: opening them is part of commissioning. The electrical connection (dedicated circuit, disconnect) must be done by an electrician.
- Get on-site commissioning. The technician checks the connections, tightness, drainage and wiring, opens the valves, starts the system in heating and cooling, adjusts the settings and gives you the official invoice.
- Submit your LogisVert application. On the LogisVert portal, within 9 months of installation, with your proof of ownership, the invoice and the photo of the outdoor unit's nameplate. The name and address on the invoice must match those on the proof of ownership.
Before you start, also read the 7 mistakes to avoid in a DIY installation: most can be fixed in minutes if you catch them before commissioning.
Summary table: LogisVert requirements and the Kanartic path
| Hydro-Québec requirement | What it means | With the Kanartic path |
|---|---|---|
| ENERGY STAR heat pump (cold climate for $120) | The model must appear in the search tool | ZERO and Z-PRO models are ENERGY STAR Cold Climate certified; check the model number |
| Outdoor unit ≥ 12,000 BTU/h | Small systems are excluded | ZERO 12,000, 18,000 and 24,000 BTU, Z-PRO multi-zone; the 9,000 BTU single-zone wall unit is excluded |
| Purchased in Québec or online from a business with a Québec address | The seller must have a Québec address | Kanartic is based in Saint-Eustache, Québec |
| Work carried out by an RBQ-licensed company | The invoice must show its name and RBQ number | On-site commissioning by the RBQ-licensed company, official invoice |
| Application within 9 months | The clock starts at installation | Submit as soon as you receive the invoice |
| Dwelling in Québec, habitable year-round | Detached garages and unfinished attics excluded | Commissioning offered in Québec only |
Which Kanartic models to choose for LogisVert
- ZERO DIY wall units, 12,000, 18,000 and 24,000 BTU, available with a 16 ft or 25 ft line set, for one room or an open area.
- Z-PRO DIY multi-zone systems, 2 to 5 zones depending on the model, to heat several rooms with a single outdoor unit.
- The 9,000 BTU single-zone wall unit is not eligible: its outdoor unit is below the 12,000 BTU/h threshold. It is still a good choice for a small room when the rebate is not the goal.
The exact amount depends on the chosen model's heating capacity at −8°C. The LogisVert portal provides an estimating tool, and our Rebates page gathers information on available assistance. To choose by room (garage, basement, office, addition), see our Heat pump by use guide.
Limits to know
- Commissioning is offered in Québec only. LogisVert is a Québec program anyway.
- Outside Québec, other programs exist by province: see the heat pump rebates by province page.
- Spaces outside the dwelling are not eligible: detached garage, shed, unfinished attic.
- The invoice must be complete. An incomplete application delays processing beyond 12 weeks.
What about the new federal heat pump rebate?
On October 8, 2026, the Prime Minister of Canada announced a new national heat pump rebate program: $2,000 per household and up to $10,000 for households with income below the median, with a portal announced for January. Hydro-Québec states on its LogisVert page that federal rebates are planned starting in 2027, that their details are not yet known and that LogisVert remains in force. We will update this article when the official conditions, including those on installation, are published.
Frequently asked questions
Can a self-installed heat pump qualify for LogisVert?
Yes, if an RBQ-licensed company performs the commissioning and issues an invoice containing the required information. With Kanartic, you do the mechanical installation and our technician performs the commissioning at your home.
How much does LogisVert pay for a wall-mounted heat pump?
$50 per 1,000 BTU/h at −8°C for an ENERGY STAR model, or $120 per 1,000 BTU/h at −8°C for an ENERGY STAR cold climate model, up to 100% of the cost before taxes.
Is the 9,000 BTU wall unit eligible?
No. LogisVert requires an outdoor unit of at least 12,000 BTU/h in cooling. Choose a ZERO of 12,000 BTU or more, or a Z-PRO multi-zone.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application must be submitted no later than 9 months after the heat pump is installed. Processing generally takes 10 to 12 weeks.
Is Kanartic commissioning offered everywhere in Canada?
No, it is offered in Québec only. Elsewhere in Canada, see the rebates by province page to find the programs in your region.
Can I combine LogisVert with the upcoming federal rebate?
The rules of the federal rebate announced on October 8, 2026 have not been published yet. The official speech mentions combining it with provincial programs, but wait for the official conditions before counting on stacking.
