Air Conditioning

AC Replacement in Burnaby, BC

When repair costs stop making sense, replacement gets you a quieter, far more efficient system — and often a substantial rebate toward it.

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

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Tell us what you need in Burnaby and we'll come back to you the same business day.

Or call (604) 572-7944

AC Replacement for Burnaby homes

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. 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. When we quote a replacement in Burnaby, those conditions decide the specification.

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 Replacement by Northwind Heating in Burnaby, BC

Our process

How replacement works

  1. Honest assessment

    We start by telling you whether replacement is genuinely warranted. If a repair makes better sense, we say so.

  2. Options and rebates

    You get more than one option at different price points, with available rebates applied to each.

  3. Removal and disposal

    The old equipment comes out and is disposed of properly — that is included, not an extra line.

  4. Installation and commissioning

    New system installed to spec, permitted, tested under load and handed over working.

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 Replacement in Burnaby — common questions

How do I know it's time to replace?

Age over 12–15 years, rising power bills, repeated repairs, or a system still running R-22 refrigerant all point to replacement. We use the 50% rule: if the repair costs more than half a new system, replace it.

Should I replace with a heat pump instead?

For most Lower Mainland homes, yes — worth asking about. A heat pump cools exactly like an air conditioner and also heats, and it qualifies for rebates a straight AC replacement does not.

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 replacement 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.

Need ac replacement in Burnaby?

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

Request a quote for ac replacement in Burnaby

Tell us what you need and we’ll get back to you — usually the same business day.

Or call (604) 572-7944