Heat pump retrofit — single-family home
Replacement of aging gas furnace with cold-climate heat pump system.
- Location
- North Vancouver, BC
- Building
- Single-family home
- Service
- HVAC
- Scope
- Heat pump installation, ductwork modification
- Duration
- 5 days
- Completed
- 2025
The problem
The homeowner's 22-year-old furnace was failing and the existing ductwork had significant leakage at connections.
They wanted to take advantage of BC heat pump rebate programs while improving indoor air quality.
What we found
Load calculations showed the existing duct sizing was adequate for the selected heat pump with minor modifications at the air handler connection.
The electrical panel required a dedicated circuit upgrade, coordinated with a licensed electrician.
The solution
We installed a cold-climate air-source heat pump with integrated backup heat, sealed and reconnected existing ductwork, and commissioned the system per manufacturer specifications.
Result
The system qualified for provincial rebates. The homeowner reported improved comfort and lower heating costs through the first winter.
Before & after
