Heat & Cool Without Ducts
Ductless Mini-Split Installation in Metro Vancouver
Ductless mini-split heat pumps add efficient heating and cooling to homes without ductwork - room by room, with rebates to match.
By the CANRO Heating & Cooling technical team · Licensed HVAC & gas-fitting contractor, Metro Vancouver · Last updated May 2026
⚡ Quick answer
A ductless mini-split is a heat pump that heats and cools through wall- or ceiling-mounted indoor heads instead of ducts - ideal for boiler- or baseboard-heated Metro Vancouver homes, additions and suites. It earns CleanBC and BC Hydro rebates. CANRO designs the zones around how you live and installs it cleanly. Call (604) 359-1081 for a free quote.
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Why ductless suits so many homes here
Metro Vancouver has a lot of homes with no ductwork - hydronic (boiler/radiator) homes, baseboard-heated houses, character homes, additions and suites. A ductless mini-split brings them efficient heating and cooling without the cost and disruption of installing ducts. One outdoor unit feeds one or several slim indoor heads, each with its own control.
How we design your system
- A heat-loss and cooling-load look at the rooms you want conditioned
- Single-zone or multi-zone design - we only condition the rooms you actually use
- Cold-climate equipment rated for our winters
- Wall, ceiling-cassette or floor-console indoor units to suit each room
- Clean line-set routing and proper condensate handling
- Electrical check and any panel work, then professional commissioning
Rebates and efficiency
Because a mini-split provides heating, not just cooling, it qualifies for CleanBC and BC Hydro rebates - with higher income-qualified amounts for eligible households. We confirm eligibility, recommend qualifying equipment, and file the paperwork. The result is comfortable, efficient, zone-by-zone control with the rebates to match.
Frequently asked questions
Is a ductless mini-split right for a home with baseboard heat?+
Often, yes - it is one of the best upgrades for a baseboard or boiler-heated home, adding efficient heating and cooling without ductwork, and earning rebates. You can start with the main living areas and add zones over time.
How many indoor heads will I need?+
It depends on your layout and which rooms you want conditioned. Some homes do well with one or two heads in the main areas; others want a head per bedroom. We design around how you use your home, since each head adds cost.
Do ductless systems heat well in winter?+
Yes - cold-climate mini-splits hold strong heating capacity well below freezing, and our mild winters are well within their range. For most homes a properly sized system heats on its own all winter.
Are mini-splits eligible for rebates?+
Yes - because they provide heating, ductless heat pumps qualify for CleanBC and BC Hydro rebates, with income-qualified top-ups for eligible households. We confirm and file the paperwork.
No ducts? No problem.
A ductless mini-split adds heating, cooling and rebates. We design it around your home. Serving Metro Vancouver since 1999. Call (604) 359-1081.
Frequently asked questions
What HVAC services does CANRO offer in Metro Vancouver?
CANRO installs, services and repairs boilers, furnaces, heat pumps, hot water tanks, tankless water heaters, gas fireplaces and air conditioning across Metro Vancouver. We work on residential homes, townhouses and condos throughout the Lower Mainland.
How long has CANRO been in business?
CANRO has been serving the Greater Vancouver area since 1999. Our founder George is recognised by customers as one of the most experienced boiler and hydronic heating technicians in the Lower Mainland.
What areas do you serve?
We cover all of Metro Vancouver: Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond, Surrey, Coquitlam, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, New Westminster, Delta, Langley, Port Moody, Port Coquitlam, White Rock, Pitt Meadows, and Maple Ridge.
Are CANRO technicians licensed and insured?
Yes. CANRO holds Technical Safety BC contractor licences for gas (LGA0043870) and boilers (LBP0046450), our technicians are Red Seal certified for HVAC and gas, and we carry full liability insurance and WorkSafeBC coverage.
How can I book a service call?
Call (604) 359-1081, email info@canroheat.ca, or use the booking form on canroheat.ca. Most calls are answered the same business day and we offer next-day appointments for non-emergency work.
Do you offer free estimates?
Yes. Free in-home estimates are provided for boiler, furnace, heat pump and water-heater replacements. Diagnostic visits for repairs carry a flat service fee that is credited toward the repair if you proceed.
What brands do you service?
We service all major brands including Viessmann, Navien, IBC, Rinnai, Rheem, Bradford White, Weil-McLain, Laars, Baxi, NTI, Lennox, Carrier, Bryant, Goodman, Trane, York, Daikin, Mitsubishi Electric, AO Smith, Bosch, Noritz, Giant, GSW, John Wood, and Valor.
Do you offer government rebates for heat pumps?
Yes. We are a registered contractor for BC Hydro, FortisBC and federal Greener Homes rebates. A high-efficiency heat pump installation can qualify for significant combined rebates depending on your home, equipment and income, and we handle the paperwork for you.
How quickly can you replace a broken hot water tank?
Standard 40 or 50-gallon gas or electric tanks are typically replaced same-day or next-day from stock. Tankless water heaters and larger-capacity units usually take 1–3 business days depending on parts availability.
Why should I choose CANRO over other HVAC companies?
CANRO has been operating in Metro Vancouver since 1999 with a 4.9-star rating from 85+ Google reviews. We specialise in difficult boiler systems (Viessmann, IBC, Baxi, Laars) that many companies do not service, we give honest options instead of upselling, and our work is performed by long-term staff — not subcontractors.
