How Moncton is built
- Before 1961 24%
- 1961–1990 37%
- 1991–2000 12%
- 2001 or later 28%
What an evaluation finds in Moncton homes
Of Moncton's 23,365 houses (single-detached, semi-detached, row houses and duplexes), 24% were built before 1961 and 60% before 1991, according to the 2021 Census. The typical Moncton house dates from 1981–1990, and an evaluation is how you find out what that means for yours: the blower door measures air leakage, the advisor inspects the attic, walls, basement, windows and heating system, and the report ranks upgrades by what they'd save.
Moncton gets about 4,514 heating degree-days a year, a measure of how much heating its climate needs, and its winter design temperature, the cold day heating systems are sized for, is −22.1°C. Those figures come from the climate data for Moncton International in HOT2000, the home-energy software Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) gives energy advisors. That's about 15% more heating demand than the middle of the 70 cities we cover. A long heating season: air sealing and insulation pay back well, and every leak costs money for months.
Moncton also gets hot spells and heat waves, so plan how the house will stay cool: air sealing, attic insulation and shading help, and a heat pump adds efficient cooling.
In the Moncton area, 34% of households heat mainly with electric baseboards; electricity is the main heating energy for 42% of households (Statistics Canada, 2023). The heating system on the report shapes the recommendations: a forced-air furnace invites a ducted heat pump, electric baseboards a ductless one.
What it costs in Moncton
Through the Total Home Energy Savings Program, a Certified Energy Advisor charges $99 + HST, covering both the initial and final evaluations.
How a home energy assessment (EnerGuide evaluation) works
- Initial evaluation, about 2–3 hours. The advisor measures and inspects the house and runs the blower door test.
- Report and EnerGuide rating. You get the home's energy rating in gigajoules per year and a list of recommended upgrades with estimated savings.
- Do the work. Most rebate programs only count upgrades done after the initial evaluation.
- Follow-up evaluation. A second visit measures the improvement, which is what most rebates pay on.
Atlantic Canada Maritimes and Newfoundland
Moncton’s climate: Atlantic Canada
Damp, windy, icy winters and costly oil: switch to heat pumps, seal, test for radon.
Atlantic winters are wet, windy and icy rather than extremely cold, and summers are mild. Heating oil is still common and its price rose sharply in 2026, while heat pumps already heat many homes. An EnerGuide evaluation here should plan the move off oil, seal wind-driven leaks, fix moisture before insulating, and include a radon test.
In Moncton: Moncton has the highest mini-split use we cover: about 38% of area homes heat with one. Heavy snow loads and about 14.5 freezing-rain days a year make attic air sealing important, and about 1 in 4 New Brunswick homes tested high for radon.
Plan your move off oil
Oil prices rose 65% to 81% in a year, and corrosion is a leading cause of oil tank leaks. Cold-climate heat pumps can be up to three times as efficient as oil heating.
Seal wind-driven leaks and the attic
Wind pushes cold air through gaps, and heavy, wet snow with frequent freezing rain makes a leaky attic prone to ice dams.
Fix moisture before you insulate
Halifax, St. John's, Saint John and Charlottetown get enough wind-driven rain that new walls must have a rainscreen. Stop water getting into walls and basements before adding insulation.
When to book: Book the evaluation from December to March, on a calm day, for the best blower door and thermal scan results. Have oil equipment checked before winter, and start a 3-month radon test in fall.
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Sources for this climate guide · checked October 26, 2026
- National Building Code of Canada 2020, climate data (NRC)
- Canadian Climate Normals 1991–2020 (ECCC)
- Keeping the Heat In (NRCan)
- Heat pumps, Canada Greener Homes (NRCan)
- Heat pump basics (NRCan)
- Heating and Cooling With a Heat Pump (NRCan)
- Primary heating systems by household, Table 38-10-0286-01 (Statistics Canada)
- Household heating oil prices, Table 18-10-0001-01 (Statistics Canada)
- Electricity price comparison, April 2025 (Hydro-Québec)
- Prevent oil tank spills (Government of Nova Scotia)
- Canada's top weather stories of 2019 (ECCC)
- Canada's top weather stories of 2022 (ECCC)
- Canada's top weather stories of 2023 (ECCC)
- 2024 Cross-Canada Survey of Radon Exposure
- Guide for Radon Measurements in Homes (Health Canada)
- Conditions for thermal scans, ASTM C1060 summary (Cx Associates)
NRCan-licensed service organizations serving Moncton
A service organization is a company that Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) licenses to deliver EnerGuide evaluations; its registered energy advisors do the home visit. Every organization below is licensed by NRCan to deliver EnerGuide evaluations and lists Moncton postal codes. Coverage is the share of Moncton's urban postal areas each one lists.
- Enercheck Solutions
- Homesol Building Solutions
- RU-Green Energy Solutions
- ThermalWise Green Building Cooperative
Rebates and financing an evaluation unlocks in Moncton
Home energy audit in Moncton: common questions
How much does a home energy audit cost in Moncton?
Through the Total Home Energy Savings Program, a Certified Energy Advisor charges $99 + HST, covering both the initial and final evaluations.
How many companies do EnerGuide evaluations in Moncton?
NRCan's list of service organizations shows 4 licensed organizations with Moncton postal codes (checked September 25, 2026).
How long does an EnerGuide evaluation take?
The initial visit usually takes two to three hours, including the blower door test. The follow-up visit after upgrades is shorter.
Does an energy audit help with summer heat in Moncton?
Yes. The advisor's upgrade list covers air sealing, attic insulation and windows, which slow summer heat gain as well as winter heat loss, and the evaluation's measurements are the starting point for sizing a heat pump that also cools.
Which rebates need an EnerGuide evaluation in New Brunswick?
Currently: New Brunswick Total Home Energy Savings Program (Evaluation-first: $99 + HST covers both home energy evaluations, then published incentives such as $1,500 for a ducted heat pump, $0.40–$0.85 per sq ft for attic insulation and $250–$550 for air sealing). Check the program page for current terms before you book.