Air conditioning installations in metro vancouver

Heat pumps and ductless mini splits offer the highest efficiency (SEER2 ratings of 16-24+) and provide both heating and cooling in one system. Modern central air conditioning systems also deliver excellent efficiency (SEER2 16+) if you only need cooling. The "best" system depends on whether you need heating, your existing infrastructure, and your budget.

Absolutely. Metro Vancouver summers are getting hotter, with more frequent and longer heat waves. What used to be a few uncomfortable days each year has become weeks of intense heat. Air conditioning is no longer a luxury - it's essential for comfort, sleep quality, and protecting vulnerable family members during extreme heat. Plus, homes with AC command higher property values and attract better tenants or buyers.

Central Air Conditioning: 1-2 day

Heat Pump (central): 2 days

Ductless Mini Splits: 1 day per indoor unit installed

We'll provide a more accurate timeline during your free quote based on your specific project.

Yes. Heat pumps are highly effective for cooling in Metro Vancouver's climate. They work just like air conditioners in summer, transferring heat out of your home. The added benefit is that they also provide efficient heating in winter - two systems in one. Modern heat pumps deliver whisper-quiet cooling and excellent dehumidification.

Central Air Conditioning provides cooling only. It works with your existing furnace to cool your home in summer.

Heat Pump provides both heating and cooling. It replaces your furnace (or works alongside it in a dual fuel system) and handles year-round comfort in one efficient system.

Both use similar technology for cooling. The key difference is that heat pumps can reverse the process to provide heating as well.

Cooling system cost vary based on the type, size, and complexity of installation:

Central Air Conditioning: Starting at $11,700 + GST

Central Heat Pump: Starting at $13,650 + GST (before rebates up to $21,000)

Ductless Mini Splits (Single-Zone): Starting at $3,600 + GST

Ductless Mini Splits (Multi-Zone): Starting at $4,600 + GST per zone

Book a free quote for accurate pricing based on your home's specific needs.

Absolutely. Ductless mini splits are among the most efficient and quiet cooling systems available. They're perfect for:

• Homes without ductwork

• Cooling specific rooms or zones

• Bedrooms (ultra-quiet operation as low as 19 dBA)

• Additions, finished basements, or home offices

Plus, they provide heating in winter and may qualify for up to $21,000 in CleanBC rebates.

System sizing depends on your home's square footage, insulation quality, window efficiency, ceiling height, sun exposure, and layout. We don't guess - for heat pump installations, we perform detailed heat load calculations (included in your quote) during a separate visit to ensure your system is properly sized for efficiency, comfort, and long-term reliability. Oversized systems waste energy, provide poor dehumidification, and short-cycle; undersized systems struggle to cool your home on hot days.

Yes, if you install a heat pump or ductless mini split system. These systems qualify for up to $16,000 in CleanBC rebates because they provide both heating and cooling.

Central air conditioning (cooling-only systems) do not qualify for CleanBC rebates, but they remain an affordable option if you only need to add cooling to an existing furnace system.

Our transparent pricing includes:

• All equipment, materials, and venting

• Professional installation labour

• Required permits and inspections

• Standard electrical connection*

• 3-year labour warranty (extendable to 12 years)

• Post-install quality assurance visit

*Electrical service upgrades (if required for your home) are quoted separately. We provide one clear price upfront - no surprise charges on installation day.