Burnaby Air Conditioning: Don't Wait for the Next Heat Dome
Burnaby summers are getting hotter. Whether you live in a Metrotown condo or a Capitol Hill home, we install central air and ductless AC systems that keep every room comfortable.
Why Burnaby Homes Need Air Conditioning
The 2021 heat dome hit Burnaby hard - temperatures exceeded 40°C and exposed how few homes had cooling. Burnaby's urban density, with extensive asphalt and concrete surfaces around Metrotown and Brentwood, creates a heat island effect that pushes temperatures 2-4°C higher than surrounding areas. That means Burnaby residents feel summer heat more intensely than much of the Lower Mainland.
Even in typical summers, Burnaby now regularly sees 20+ days above 25°C - a threshold where homes without cooling become uncomfortable, especially upper floors of townhomes and south-facing condos. Portable AC units are noisy, inefficient, and block windows. A properly installed central air or ductless system provides quiet, efficient cooling that also dehumidifies indoor air.
For Burnaby homeowners who already have a gas furnace, adding a central AC unit is one of the most cost-effective comfort upgrades available. The indoor coil installs above the furnace and shares the existing ductwork - no major renovations required.
AC Solutions for Burnaby Homes
Condos (Metrotown, Brentwood)
Most Burnaby condos lack ductwork. A single-zone ductless mini-split delivers efficient cooling with minimal installation disruption. Strata approval is needed for the outdoor unit - we provide documentation that meets most strata requirements.
Townhomes (Edmonds, Highgate)
Multi-level townhomes often need multi-zone cooling because heat rises to upper floors. A two-zone ductless system or ducted system with zoning ensures every level stays comfortable.
Single-Family Homes (Capitol Hill, Deer Lake)
Homes with existing forced-air furnaces are ideal for central AC. The evaporator coil mounts above the furnace, and the condenser sits outside. Installation typically takes one day.
Older Homes Without Ducts
Burnaby has many homes from the 1950s-1970s with baseboard heating and no ductwork. Ductless mini-splits are the practical AC solution - efficient cooling without the cost of retrofitting ducts through finished walls and ceilings.
Burnaby AC Pricing
Central air conditioning added to an existing furnace and ductwork system costs $4,500 to $7,000 in most Burnaby homes. Ductless mini-split AC systems for condos or homes without ducts range from $3,500 to $6,500 depending on capacity and number of zones. Multi-zone systems for larger homes or townhomes run $8,000 to $14,000. Unlike heat pumps, AC-only systems don't qualify for most rebates - which is why many Burnaby homeowners choose a heat pump that provides both heating and cooling with rebate eligibility.
View all available rebatesAir Conditioning FAQs for Burnaby
Central AC added to existing ductwork costs $4,500-$7,000. Ductless systems for condos or homes without ducts range from $3,500-$6,500 per zone. We provide free estimates with exact pricing based on your home's specifics.
Yes. A ductless mini-split is the standard solution for Burnaby condos. You'll need strata approval for the outdoor unit, which we help facilitate by providing noise ratings, mounting plans, and refrigerant line routing details.
If you only need cooling, a dedicated AC unit costs less upfront. But if your furnace is aging or you want to reduce gas usage, a heat pump provides both heating and cooling - and qualifies for rebates up to $19,000+ that can offset the higher cost. We can quote both options.
Central AC installations (adding to existing furnace) take one day. Ductless mini-split installations take one day for single-zone and 1-2 days for multi-zone systems. Condo installations may require a pre-installation strata inspection.
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