Kelowna service area

Energy Advisor For Kelowna Builders

Kelowna energy advisor for Part 9 builders: HOT2000 modelling, Step Code reports, F280 calculations, blower-door testing, and as-built documentation.

One advisor, drawings to occupancy
Jesse Cummings Registered Energy Advisor (NRCan) 250-858-4808 jesse@apollobp.ca

Kelowna requires the pre-construction compliance report before the building permit is issued and the as-built report before the occupancy permit is issued. The City also directs energy advisors to use 3,715 heating degree days in the compliance calculator for new submissions. Send the drawings and current City checklist so I can prepare the permit package from the same design the building department will review.

My Kelowna work follows three stages: Pre-Construction Energy Modelling and Reporting, Mid Construction Blower Door Testing, and Final As-Built Blower Door Testing and Reporting. A CSA F280 block-load heat-loss and heat-gain calculation is included at no additional charge with every pre-construction compliance package. Kelowna does not require the mid-construction test, but the City offers a $325 building permit rebate, up to three per builder, for completing one.

For a quote, send the drawing set or share link, Kelowna address, current stage, target date, and City documents already received. Check the Kelowna requirement record and confirm the active permit path with the City.

Local requirements

Kelowna requirements and checklists can change. Confirm the active path with the City building department before permit submission.

Building permit

Send the City instructions with the drawings.

  • Include the current City checklist and plan-review comments
  • Provide window, assembly, and mechanical information available at this stage
  • Confirm the target permit date and any known Step Code or Zero Carbon Step Code level
  • Confirm the current equipment and envelope information used for the permit package
Site work

Book testing when the result can still help.

  • Schedule a mid-construction blower door test (pre-drywall test) while the air barrier is visible if the project will use one
  • Have a site lead available when repairs can be made during the visit
  • Book the final test when openings and envelope penetrations are complete
  • Book the final test before the occupancy package is due
Builder questions

What builders ask before booking.

Does Apollo serve Kelowna?

Yes. I provide Part 9 energy advisory services for builders in Kelowna and throughout the Okanagan.

What should I send for the Kelowna building-permit package?

Send the drawings, site address, target permit date, window and assembly information, mechanical notes, and any City checklist or comments already received.

How are local requirements confirmed?

Use the current City checklist and permit comments. I align the Step Code file with those documents, but the City building department confirms the applicable requirement.

When should I book a blower-door test?

Book a mid-construction test while the air barrier is visible. Book the final test when exterior openings and envelope penetrations are complete.

Does Kelowna require a mid-construction blower-door test?

No, it is optional. The City offers a $325 building permit rebate, up to three per builder, for completing one, since it is the best chance to find and seal leaks before drywall.

Request a quote

Send the drawings. Get a clear quote.

Send the drawing set or a share link. Include the address, municipality, current stage, and target dates. I’ll confirm any missing inputs and quote the project by stage.