Serving Halifax and Dartmouth
Home services in Halifax and Dartmouth, with one team for every trade
Homes on both sides of the harbour take a beating. Salt air, wet wind and long shoulder seasons wear on roofs, siding and heating systems year after year. Copper Fox Home Services helps homeowners in Halifax and Dartmouth keep up with all of it, from a new heat pump to a full renovation.
What makes us different is simple. You get one company and one point of contact, no matter how many trades the job needs. If your kitchen update touches plumbing, wiring and ductwork, we plan those pieces together instead of leaving you to coordinate three separate contractors. Tell us your community or postal code when you ask for a quote, and we will confirm coverage. Quotes are free, with no obligation.
Services in Halifax and Dartmouth
Heating & Cooling in Halifax
Heat pump installation for Halifax homes that want steady comfort through damp winters and humid summers. We also handle oil-to-heat-pump conversions and air exchangers, which help older, tighter houses manage moisture near the harbour.
About heating & coolingRoofing in Halifax
Roofing built for wind-driven rain off the Atlantic. Whether it is a steep roof on an older peninsula home or a newer build in Dartmouth, we look closely at flashing, venting and the details that storms tend to find.
About roofingElectrical in Halifax
Electrician services for panel upgrades, new circuits and heat pump wiring. Many older Halifax homes were wired for a very different set of appliances, so we check capacity before adding anything new.
About electricalPlumbing in Halifax
Plumber services for repairs, fixture upgrades and full bathroom or kitchen rough-ins. In older homes we often find aging supply lines and drains worth replacing while the walls are already open.
About plumbingRenovations in Halifax
Renovations that bring character homes up to date without losing what makes them special. Kitchens, bathrooms, basements and layout changes, planned with every trade at the table from day one.
About renovationsConstruction & Project Management in Halifax
Construction and project management for custom homes, additions, commercial spaces and subdivision development across Halifax and Dartmouth. One team keeps the schedule, the trades and the decisions in one place.
About construction & project managementLocal homes
Building and maintaining homes around Halifax Harbour
Halifax weather comes off the ocean. Winters swing between snow, freezing rain and mild, wet spells, and fall often brings the tail end of Atlantic storms. That constant freeze and thaw is hard on roofs, gutters and foundations. Salt air adds its own wear to outdoor equipment and metal fasteners. A good plan here accounts for moisture first and cold second.
The housing mix is wide. The peninsula and older parts of Dartmouth have many wooden homes built long before modern insulation standards, often with plaster walls, older wiring and a basement that was never meant to be finished. Newer neighbourhoods further out tend to be tighter and simpler, but they still face the same wind and rain. Each type needs a different approach.
For heating, that often means a heat pump paired with good air exchange, so a tighter house stays fresh and dry. For roofs, it means attention to flashing and ventilation. For plumbing, it means checking old lines before they fail. And for renovations, it means opening walls once and letting every trade do its part while the space is exposed.
Communities covered
Elsewhere in Nova Scotia
Not on the list? Include your community or postal code in your quote request and the team will confirm coverage.
Questions
Questions from Halifax homeowners
Do you work in both Halifax and Dartmouth?
Yes. We work with homeowners and businesses on both sides of the harbour. When you request a quote, include your community or postal code so we can confirm coverage for your address. The quote is free and there is no obligation to go ahead.
Is a heat pump a good fit for an older Halifax home?
Often it is, but it depends on the house. Drafty older homes may benefit from air sealing or insulation work alongside the heat pump so the system is not working against leaks. We look at the whole house, including wiring and ventilation, before recommending a setup.
Can you help me switch from oil heat to a heat pump?
Yes. Oil-to-heat-pump conversions are a regular part of our work. We plan the heat pump, the electrical changes and the removal or backup role of the old system together. Efficiency Nova Scotia sometimes offers programs for this kind of upgrade. Programs and eligibility change, so our team can tell you what is currently available.
What should I watch for on my roof after a big storm?
Look for missing or lifted shingles, bent flashing, debris in gutters and any new stains on ceilings or in the attic. Wind-driven rain can get under materials that look fine from the ground. If something seems off, a closer look is worth it before the next storm arrives.
Why use one contractor for a renovation instead of hiring each trade?
Each trade relies on the one before it. A bathroom renovation needs a plumber, an electrician and often ventilation work, all in the right order. With one point of contact, those steps are planned together, so you are not chasing schedules or paying for the same wall to be opened twice.
Can I get the National Heat Pump Rebate in Halifax?
Yes, if you qualify. Homeowners in Halifax and nearby communities like Dartmouth can get $2,000, or up to $10,000 for households at or below the median income, for a heat pump system that can heat the whole home, installed from November 1, 2026. Applications open online in early 2027. Efficiency Nova Scotia also offers Home Energy Assessment rebates and a Moderate Income Rebate, which need an assessment or approval first.
National Heat Pump Rebate
The heat pump rebate in Halifax
Homeowners in Halifax who qualify can get the new federal National Heat Pump Rebate: $2,000, or up to $10,000 for households at or below the median income, for a cold climate heat pump system that can heat the whole home. Installs from November 1, 2026 count, so there is no need to wait for applications to open in early 2027.
Efficiency Nova Scotia also offers Home Energy Assessment rebates and a Moderate Income Rebate, which need an assessment or approval first. Our Nova Scotia team covers Halifax, Dartmouth, and can plan a system that fits the rebate.
Planning work in Halifax?
Tell us what you need and where. One point of contact, one plan, one written price. Free, with no obligation.