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Heat Pumps

… provide cooling or heating to your home. There are a few factors to consider when purchasing a heat pump: The type of … and on a supplemental heating system such as a natural gas furnace when temperatures drop. These heating systems cannot … heat source.  Gas Heat Pumps Natural gas heat pumps for residential homes are now available. This type of system can …

SaskPower and SaskEnergy apply for rate adjustments

Average $4.30/month increase for homeowners for 2016 SaskPower and SaskEnergy will be applying to the Saskatchewan Rate Review Panel (SRRP) in two separate applications to adjust their rates. The simultaneous applications will allow customers the opportunity to budget for utility bills going forward. SaskPower is requesting a rate increase of five per cent effective July 1, 2016 and five per cent effective Jan 1, 2017. The average residential customer will pay an additional $6 per month in 2016 and $5 per month in 2017 on their electricity bills, if the increases are approved. "We understand...

Understanding Your Bill

… Type of Billing Rate Days of Billing Meter Readings Metric Factor Billing Multiplier Usage in m 3 Bill Issued Gas … (AMI) to automatically collect gas usage amounts for residential, farm, and business customers. In some … the billing period.  3. Rate Identifies your rate class. Residential : The rate to charge for customers consuming …

Services

Need to request a new service connection or change an existing gas line? Complete an online application and review our guidelines to prepare your site for service installation.

Say it ain’t snow! SaskEnergy shares tips on staying safe this winter

Winter has officially begun! People are staying inside to escape the cold, and furnaces, heaters and other fuel-burning appliances are running more often. Here are SaskEnergy’s top three natural gas safety tips to keep you and your family safe from Old Man Winter. Sometimes you just need to vent: Keep outdoor vent openings free of frost, ice and snow. Saskatchewan winters can be windy, causing snow and ice to build up in nooks and crannies. Your home’s exterior appliance vents are no exception. Blocked vents can cause appliances to malfunction, but they can also have much more deadly...

Tune-Up Assistance Program (TAP)

… income qualified homeowners maintain their natural gas furnace free of charge. Completing annual furnace maintenance and regularly replacing the filter keeps … flowing throughout your home, reduces the workload on your furnace, improves indoor air quality and helps reduce the …

7 things you need to know about CO alarms

We’ve teamed up with the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA) and Technical Safety Authority of Saskatchewan (TSASK) to let you know about the crucial need for carbon monoxide (CO) alarms. Why? Because having a working CO alarm in your home could save your life, and the lives of those you love. Last year, SaskEnergy responded to over 1,500 CO calls. With a CO alarm, you will have early warning protection against the dangers of the invisible, odourless gas that is often referred to as the "silent killer." 1. You need them (it’s the law) “CO alarms are not just a smart choice, but a...
… in every residence in the province. This includes all residential buildings, houses, apartments, condos, town … recommended they be placed on any level with fuel burning appliances and outside of sleeping areas. CO alarms should … installed five to 20 feet away from sources of CO such as a furnace, water heater or fireplace. Do not place the unit in …

Home Efficiency Retrofit Rebate

Terms and Conditions Overview Eligibility Criteria Program Participation Process Eligible Measures and Rebate Amounts Additional Terms and Conditions 1.0 Overview The Home Efficiency Retrofit Rebate (“HERR" or "the Program”) administered by SaskEnergy Incorporated (“SaskEnergy”), in collaboration with Saskatchewan Power Corporation ("SaskPower"), is designed to offer eligible homeowners (“the Participants”) rebates for improving the building envelope of their homes with high performance windows, doors, insulation and air sealing upgrades, which can lower energy usage and costs, while...

‘We’re just super lucky’: A close encounter with carbon monoxide

For weeks, Ross Carolan and his family felt sick but didn’t know why. Ross, his wife and their two young children were all feeling lethargic and coughing. Even their cat was irritable instead of her usual friendly self. This was in fall 2022. In what seemed like an unrelated issue at the time, the humidifier on Ross’s furnace had been leaking water, so he contacted a plumbing and heating company. This call may have saved their lives. The furnace technician used a Gas Measurement Instrument and found the furnace room contained 385 parts per million (ppm) of carbon monoxide (CO) — a life...
… an unrelated issue at the time, the humidifier on Ross’s furnace had been leaking water, so he contacted a plumbing … heating company. This call may have saved their lives.  The furnace technician used a Gas Measurement Instrument and … orange instead of blue. This is just one sign of CO around appliances. Physical symptoms of low exposure to CO can be …

Carbon Monoxide

… build-up, including fireplaces, gas stoves, water heaters, furnaces, grills, generators or car engines. CO poisoning … moisture on windows and walls Soot build-up around appliances and vents A yellow flame in a natural gas … such as bathrooms. Most alarms last 5-7 years but the manufacturing label will show the expiry date. Make sure your …

Top three winter safety tips from SaskEnergy

… with snow on the roof while we listen to the rumble of our furnaces. In keeping with the season, here are three of … burns fuel can cause carbon monoxide to build up—including furnaces, fireplaces, water heaters and gas stoves. 2. Keep … continues to operate when you need it most. 3. Have your furnace inspected every year. Annual maintenance can help …

ENERGY STAR®

… performance.  An ENERGY STAR Most Efficient natural gas furnace has an annual fuel utilization efficiency (AFUE) … control means a better balance of temperature and humidity. Appliances You'll find the ENERGY STAR logo on the back of … lists all ENERGY STAR certified appliances available for residential and commercial use. New Homes Constructing an …

Ways to Save

… your energy use with energy efficiency programs and offers. Residential Equipment Replacement Rebate The Residential Equipment Replacement Rebate encourages … homeowners to choose the most energy efficient equipment - furnaces, boilers and water heaters. Home Efficiency …

Commercial Space and Water Heating Rebate Program

… It is designed to stimulate investment in energy-efficient furnaces, boilers, tankless water heaters, condensing water … equipment being replaced must not be eligible for manufacturers’ warranty. Only eligible Units under the Program … owned or operated by non-profit organizations, and non-residential farm buildings, such as barns or mechanical …

SaskEnergy rebate helps Saskatchewan homeowners save money

… help customers save energy and reduce emissions through its Residential Equipment Replacement Rebate program. “The Residential Equipment Replacement Rebate provides eligible … homeowners with rebates of up to $2,000 to replace older furnaces and boilers with high-efficiency natural gas …

No Heat

… most cases, the loss of heat will be an issue with your furnace or thermostat and not your natural gas service.  To … heating contractor. They offer expert advice on natural gas appliances and will determine if they need to make a service … Only use equipment recommended for indoor use by the manufacturer such as indoor heaters. During the day, open blinds …