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Greenfoot Now Serves All of Metro Vancouver

Greenfoot Energy now covers every community in Metro Vancouver, from Vancouver and Burnaby to Surrey, Coquitlam, and the North Shore. Here is where we work and the heat pump, AC, solar, insulation, and maintenance services available near you.

June 5, 2026

Is Greenfoot Solar Worth It? A 10/10 Customer Review

Is Greenfoot Solar Worth It? A 10/10 Customer Review

A British Columbia homeowner spoke to several solar companies before choosing Greenfoot, and the difference in the quality of conversation was, in his words, radically different. He walks through his 23-panel install: the sales experience, how pricing was handled, what the final bill looked like, and why the system puts a smile on his face every time he sees it. A real customer's account, with context on net metering, solar savings, and what to expect from an honest solar install in British Columbia.

June 1, 2026

5 min

The Brain Inside Your Mini Split: How Inverter Technology Saves Energy

The Brain Inside Your Mini Split: How Inverter Technology Saves Energy

The inverter control board is the brain of your mini split heat pump. Instead of blasting at full power and shutting off like older systems, an inverter-driven compressor modulates its speed to match exactly what your home needs at any moment. The result is steadier temperatures, quieter operation, lower electricity bills, and better humidity control during cooling season. Kent Steeves explains what the board actually does, why longer runtime is not a problem with inverter technology, and why "set it and leave it" is the best advice for Canadian mini split owners.

May 27, 2026

6 min

Latest Energy Efficiency Blog Posts & Tips

Energy Saving Tips for Your Home: Greenfoot's Guide for 2025

As energy prices rise, small changes can lead to big savings. Greenfoot Energy’s 2025 guide highlights practical, affordable ways to make your home more efficient, from smart thermostats and LED upgrades to cold-climate heat pumps and insulation improvements. Save money, stay comfortable, and take control of your energy use this year.

Expert Energy Efficiency Tips for Canadian Homeowners

Expert Energy Efficiency Tips for Canadian Homeowners

Achieve maximum energy efficiency with professional strategies from Red Seal certified experts. Reduce energy consumption by up to 40% through systematic improvements including insulation, HVAC optimization, smart technology, and proper maintenance – all with financing options available.

Dave Garrett3 min read

Canadian Rebates for Solar Installations

Canadian Rebates for Solar Installations

Discover how Canadian rebates can help you save on solar energy installations.

Joe Godbout4 min read

maintenance plans

The Benefits of HVAC Systems

maintenance plans

The Benefits of HVAC Systems

Explore the essential benefits of HVAC systems for home comfort and energy efficiency.

Understanding HVAC Systems

Understanding HVAC Systems

Discover how HVAC systems work, why they’re essential for year-round comfort, and how investing in efficiency can save money while improving indoor air quality.

Emily Jones3 read

smart home technology

Peak Smart Thermostat: Revolutionizing Home Climate Control

smart home technology

Peak Smart Thermostat: Revolutionizing Home Climate Control

The Peak Smart Thermostat enhances home energy efficiency and comfort with smart climate scheduling, mobile app connectivity, and proactive maintenance alerts.

Dave Garrett3 read

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All-in-One Comfort: Full Range of Greenfoot Services

services offered

All-in-One Comfort: Full Range of Greenfoot Services

We have a wide range of services that have you covered. With a strong presence across Canada and a commitment to sustainability and innovation, Greenfoot is your one-stop solution for energy upgrades that actually make a difference.

Joe Godbout3 read

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Debunking Solar Energy Myths

air quality improvement

Debunking Solar Energy Myths

Explore and debunk common myths about solar energy to better understand its benefits.

Michael Brown5 min read

Geothermal for Home or Business: How to Avoid Mistakes

Geothermal for Home or Business: How to Avoid Mistakes

Geothermal for your home or business. See how simple making the switch is and how to avoid costly mistakes in the process

Joe Godbout10 read

Inside a 50-Ton Nordic Geothermal System: How Ground-Source Heat Pumps Work

Inside a 50-Ton Nordic Geothermal System: How Ground-Source Heat Pumps Work

Take a tour with Kent Steeves of a real 50-ton Nordic geothermal heat pump system heating a 30,000 sq ft warehouse. Learn how 36 vertical boreholes, a 500-gallon buffer tank, and constant ground temperatures deliver 50–60% energy savings, and how the same technology scales to homes.

Kent Steeves5 min read

The Benefits of Heat Pumps

The Benefits of Heat Pumps

As energy costs continue to rise, heat pumps have become one of the most efficient upgrades for your home. Discover how they save energy, reduce bills by up to 50%, and provide year-round heating and cooling.

Joe Godbout4 min read

partnerships

Greenfoot Renews Partnership with Saint John Energy

partnerships

Greenfoot Renews Partnership with Saint John Energy

Greenfoot Energy renews its partnership with Saint John Energy to provide New Brunswick homeowners with affordable, efficient mini-split heat pump rentals.

Joe Godbout3 read

home comfort

Why Some Rooms in Your Home Never Feel Comfortable

home comfort

Why Some Rooms in Your Home Never Feel Comfortable

Why do some rooms in your home feel too hot or too cold? The real cause is often the building envelope, not your HVAC system. Learn how airflow, insulation, and heat loss analysis can solve uneven temperatures.

Joe Godbout8 read

Is Solar Energy Reliable for Canadian Homes? A Straight-Talk Guide

Is Solar Energy Reliable for Canadian Homes? A Straight-Talk Guide

Modern solar panels are built to last 25-plus years, but reliability isn't just about the panels. It is the inverter, the warranty, and how the system is designed for Canadian winters. Here's a straight-talk look at how reliable home solar really is in Canada, what fails (and what doesn't), and whether the math actually works out for your house.

Chris Meechan8 min read

Why Do Heat Pumps Have Fins? Salt Air, Corrosion & Gold-Fin Coating Explained

Why Do Heat Pumps Have Fins? Salt Air, Corrosion & Gold-Fin Coating Explained

Heat pump fins maximize heat transfer, but in coastal areas they're under constant attack from salt air that can travel up to 100 km inland. Gold Fin coating creates a corrosion-resistant barrier that protects the coil, preserves airflow and efficiency, and adds years of reliable life. Essential for any home in Atlantic Canada.

Kent Steeves5 min read

3 Common Heat Pump Misconceptions Debunked by Adam Robinson

3 Common Heat Pump Misconceptions Debunked by Adam Robinson

Adam Robinson tackles three common heat pump misconceptions head-on: that they don't work below freezing, that they won't save money, and that they aren't environmentally friendly, with real numbers, COP explained, and the path to net zero.

Adam Robinson4 read

Are Heat Pump Maintenance Plans Worth It? The Real Math Behind YETI Memberships

Are Heat Pump Maintenance Plans Worth It? The Real Math Behind YETI Memberships

Heat pumps run year-round and need roughly twice the maintenance of a furnace, but most homeowners skip it, and quietly lose 25%+ of their efficiency over a decade. We ran the real 5-year numbers on YETI Base ($14/mo), Summit ($25/mo) and Peak ($45/mo) plans, including full feature comparisons and three real-world scenarios, to show exactly when a maintenance plan pays for itself.

Dave Garrett10 min read

How to Maintain Your Mini-Split Heat Pump: A Canadian Homeowner's Guide

How to Maintain Your Mini-Split Heat Pump: A Canadian Homeowner's Guide

After your mini-split heat pump is installed, there are really only three jobs you need to handle as a homeowner: cleaning the filters every few weeks, caring for the outdoor unit through the seasons, and keeping the condensate drain clear. This short Canadian guide and video walk through each one, plus when to call in a professional.

insulation

Drill and Fill Insulation for Older Homes in Canada: How Dense-Pack Cellulose Retrofits Work

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Drill and Fill Insulation for Older Homes in Canada: How Dense-Pack Cellulose Retrofits Work

Most Canadian homes built before 1960 have zero wall insulation, just bare cavities behind plaster and lath. Drill and fill solves that in a single day from the outside, with no interior demolition, by dense-packing the wall cavities with cellulose at 3.5 lb per cubic foot. Russell Smith walks through how the retrofit works, why dense-pack cellulose beats foam and fibreglass for old walls, the typical 15 to 25 percent heating savings, and which provincial rebates in NB, NS, PEI, NL, and BC apply.

Russell Smith7 min read

Replace Baseboard Heat with a Ductless Mini-Split Heat Pump: How It Works and How Much You Save

Replace Baseboard Heat with a Ductless Mini-Split Heat Pump: How It Works and How Much You Save

Electric baseboard heat is everywhere in Canadian homes, and it is one of the most expensive ways to heat a house: every kilowatt-hour in becomes one kilowatt-hour of heat, full stop. A cold-climate ductless mini-split heat pump moves heat instead of making it, delivering three to four kilowatt-hours of heat for every one you pay for, which is why ENERGY STAR Canada certified models can cut Maritime heating bills by 50 to 60 percent. Russell Smith walks through a real Greenfoot install: the placement walk-through, the wall bracket, the core drill, the outdoor compressor on aluminum stands, the line set, the vacuum and refrigerant charge, and the homeowner walkthrough at the end. Single-head installs take five to six hours. Typical Canadian cost is $4,500 to $7,500 before stacking provincial and federal rebates.

Russell Smith7 min read

The Brain Inside Your Mini Split: How Inverter Technology Saves Energy

The Brain Inside Your Mini Split: How Inverter Technology Saves Energy

Kent Steeves6 min read

Is Greenfoot Solar Worth It? A 10/10 Customer Review

Is Greenfoot Solar Worth It? A 10/10 Customer Review

Chris Meechan5 min read

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Energy Saving Tips for Your Home: Greenfoot's Guide for 2025

Energy Saving Tips for Your Home: Greenfoot's Guide for 2025

Expert Energy Efficiency Tips for Canadian Homeowners

Expert Energy Efficiency Tips for Canadian Homeowners

Dave Garrett3 min read

Understanding HVAC Systems