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Air Conditioning

AC Installation in Burnaby, BC

A properly sized and installed air conditioner runs quieter, costs less to operate and lasts years longer than one that was simply matched to the old unit's label.

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  • 4.8 on Google
  • Serving Burnaby since 1989
  • 0% financing for 12 months — OAC

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AC Installation for Burnaby homes

Sizing a system for Burnaby means designing against 0–3 °C winter lows and 22–26 °C summer highs — not a provincial average. Dense and vertical near Metrotown and Brentwood, with substantial stock of post-war bungalows and 1960s–80s homes through Capitol Hill, Burnaby Heights and Edmonds. We assess the house in front of us rather than working from a rule of thumb.

Summers here are not what they were. Since the 2021 heat dome, cooling has gone from a luxury to something most Lower Mainland homeowners want in place before July.

AC Installation by Northwind Heating in Burnaby, BC

Our process

How installation works

  1. In-home assessment

    We measure the house rather than the old equipment — square footage, insulation, windows, orientation and layout.

  2. Load calculation

    Sizing comes from that assessment. Over-sizing is the single most common installation error and it costs you comfort and equipment life.

  3. Written quote

    Fixed pricing with the rebates you qualify for already applied, so you see the real number.

  4. Permitted installation

    We pull the municipal and gas permits, install to spec, and protect your floors while we work.

  5. Commissioning and walkthrough

    We test the system under load, balance it, and show you how to run it before we leave.

Local knowledge

What we watch for in Burnaby

Mild and coastal, though Burnaby Mountain and Capitol Hill sit high enough to hold snow and run several degrees colder than the valley floor around Metrotown.

  • A large share of Burnaby work is in stratas. Exterior condenser placement, noise limits and building envelope penetrations all need strata sign-off — we've done this often enough to know what the councils ask for.
  • Older Capitol Hill and Heights homes commonly have no existing ductwork, which makes a ductless mini-split the practical route to cooling without tearing up finished ceilings.
  • Elevation matters here: a system sized for Metrotown may be short on capacity for a home partway up Burnaby Mountain.

The City of Burnaby issues mechanical and building permits; gas fitting is regulated by Technical Safety BC. Strata buildings may require separate approval, which we help coordinate.

Brands we install and service

  • Premier Dealer — furnaces, air conditioners and heat pumps.
  • Comfort Pro Dealer — ducted and ductless heat pumps.

Reviews

Trusted by Burnaby homeowners

Rated 4.8 on Google — read them all.

  • ★★★★★

    A+ customer service! We've used them on both residential and commercial buildings and they have been consistently reliable on every job.
    Jill S. · Google

  • ★★★★★

    They did an excellent job. Very happy with the immediate response and the quality of the repair — no upselling, just a straight answer.
    Mark T. · Google

  • ★★★★★

    Rank up there in the number one spot. Journeyman-level work, friendly crew, and they left the place cleaner than they found it.
    Robert H. · Google

  • ★★★★★

    I cannot recommend this company enough. Professional, timely, affordable — everything you want when you are dealing with something as important as your home's heating.
    Lindsay H. · Google

  • ★★★★★

    Our experience from installation to post-installation service has been amazing. The crew was tidy, on time, and walked us through the whole system before they left.
    Ashish S. · Google

  • ★★★★★

    Technician was great. Diagnosed the problem and fixed it the same visit. Awesome customer service from the first phone call.
    Bon. · Google

FAQ

AC Installation in Burnaby — common questions

How do you decide what size system I need?

We run a heat-load calculation based on your home's size, insulation, window area, orientation and layout. Over-sizing is the most common installation mistake — it cools too fast to remove humidity and cycles itself to an early death.

How long does installation take?

Most straightforward residential installations are completed in one day. Systems needing new ductwork or electrical upgrades can run into a second day.

Can I add AC to my existing furnace?

Usually yes. If you have forced-air ductwork and a reasonably modern furnace, adding a matched outdoor condenser and indoor coil is generally straightforward.

Do you actually serve Burnaby?

Yes — Burnaby is a regular part of our service area. About 35 minutes from Surrey depending on bridge traffic. We cover Metrotown, Brentwood, Edmonds, Capitol Hill and the surrounding areas.

Is there anything specific about ac installation in Burnaby?

A large share of Burnaby work is in stratas. Exterior condenser placement, noise limits and building envelope penetrations all need strata sign-off — we've done this often enough to know what the councils ask for.

Do I need a permit in Burnaby?

The City of Burnaby issues mechanical and building permits; gas fitting is regulated by Technical Safety BC. Strata buildings may require separate approval, which we help coordinate.

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Need ac installation in Burnaby?

Call us and speak to someone who can book you in. About 35 minutes from Surrey depending on bridge traffic.

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