Home Heat Pump Installation in Burnaby — Done Right the First Time
Full residential heat pump installation for houses, townhomes, and condos across Burnaby and the Lower Mainland.
Installing a heat pump in your Burnaby home is one of the highest-return upgrades you can make to the property. Modern heat pumps handle both heating and cooling from a single system, cutting heating costs by 50–70% compared to electric baseboard heaters, and doing it all with significantly lower carbon emissions.
Burnaby homes vary widely — 1950s bungalows in Burnaby Heights, 1970s split-levels on the south slope, townhomes around Metrotown, and newer single-family builds in the eastern neighbourhoods. Each type of home brings a different set of installation considerations, from existing ductwork to wall penetration options to the location of the electrical panel.
Our residential heat pump installations start with a thorough site assessment. We measure the square footage, check your insulation and window values, look at your existing heating and cooling setup, and identify the best placement for both the indoor and outdoor units. Then we spec the right system — one that will heat and cool your space efficiently without being oversized or undersized.
Sizing matters more than most people realise. An oversized heat pump short-cycles, wearing out faster and failing to properly dehumidify the home. An undersized system struggles in shoulder seasons and drives up energy bills. We run a proper heat load calculation, not a rough square-footage guess, to make sure the system we install is right for your specific home.
For homes with existing forced-air ductwork, a ducted heat pump system integrates directly into the existing air handler, replacing the furnace or providing supplemental heating and cooling. For homes without ductwork — older homes, suites, additions — ductless mini-split systems are the right solution. We install both, and we'll be direct about which approach makes more sense for your situation.
Once the system is installed, we commission it fully — charge the refrigerant, run electrical checks, verify the thermostat integration, and walk you through operation before we leave. If there are CleanBC or BC Hydro rebates available for your install, we'll tell you exactly what forms to submit and what documentation you need.
What You Can Expect
Heat Load Calculation, Not Guesswork
We calculate the precise heating and cooling load for your home before recommending a system size. This ensures the unit runs efficiently and lasts its full lifespan.
Ducted or Ductless — We Install Both
Existing ductwork? We'll integrate a ducted system. No ducts? A ductless mini-split is the cleaner option. We'll tell you which approach fits your home.
Rebate-Ready Installations
Our installations meet BC Hydro and CleanBC program requirements. We document the work properly so you can claim the rebates you're entitled to.
Fully Permitted Work
We pull all required mechanical and electrical permits. Every residential heat pump install is inspected and code-compliant.
Common Questions
How long does residential heat pump installation take in Burnaby?
A typical residential install — one outdoor unit and one or two indoor heads — takes one to two full days. Larger homes with multiple zones take longer. We give you a specific timeline in your written quote.
Can I get rebates on a residential heat pump in BC?
Yes. BC Hydro's heat pump rebate and the CleanBC Better Homes program both offer rebates for qualifying installations. The amount depends on the system you choose and your existing heating source. We'll walk you through what's available during your consultation.
Does my home need ductwork for a heat pump?
No. If you don't have ductwork, a ductless mini-split system is the right approach. We install both ducted and ductless systems depending on what your home requires.
What happens to my gas furnace when a heat pump is installed?
In many cases, the heat pump takes over as the primary heating system. Some homeowners keep the gas furnace as a backup for very cold days in a hybrid configuration. We'll recommend the right approach for your home and heating habits.
Residential Heat Pump Installation Across Burnaby & Metro Vancouver
Premier Burnaby Heat Pump Installation provides residential heat pump installation throughout Burnaby and across Metro Vancouver, including Vancouver, Coquitlam, New Westminster, and surrounding communities.
Ready to Get Your Residential Heat Pump Installation Sorted?
Call us or fill out the form. We'll schedule a free site assessment and give you a clear written quote for your residential heat pump installation in Burnaby.