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Some of the problems that can arise with hvac systems are:
- Motor not starting
- Thermostats not working
- Resistors not responding properly
- Heating and cooling adjusting at different times despite the same settings being selected
The job of an HVAC technician is to work on heating and air conditioning units. Their duties include maintenance, repair, and replacement of the components in these systems.
The service technicians often have to be extremely careful when working on electronics, as they must ensure that the unit will still be functional after their inspection. They use specialized tools, such as multimeters and voltmeters, to measure electrical currents to stop power from travelling inappropriately.
There are many reasons for this HVAC not igniting.
There is a chance that the gas or electricity supply has been turned off.
The igniter is faulty.
There is no gas or electricity supply in the area.
Your circuit breaker has tripped and needs to be reset.
The circuit breaker on your HVAC unit has tripped and needs to be reset as well.
"Inspections, Installations, Repairs & Maintenance"
If you are considering HVAC systems, this guide walks through the key technical and practical points specific to Metro Vancouver. CANRO Heating & Cooling provides complete HVAC services across Metro Vancouver — heating, cooling, ventilation and hot water — for residential homes, condos with strata systems, townhouses and small commercial buildings.
Metro Vancouver's housing stock ranges from early-1900s character homes with hydronic radiator systems to modern condos with combi boilers — equipment selection and serviceability vary dramatically by housing era. CANRO has worked with HVAC system systems across Metro Vancouver since 1999, including installations and service calls in Thompson, Kerrisdale, South Surrey and Fleetwood.
Sizing. Right-sized HVAC equipment delivers comfort, efficiency, and long lifespan. Over-sized equipment short-cycles; under-sized equipment runs constantly and fails early.
Lifespan. Most modern HVAC equipment lasts 12-20 years in Vancouver's mild climate. Annual maintenance is the single biggest factor in extending lifespan and preventing emergency failures.
Warning signs. Common HVAC warning signs: rising energy bills, uneven heating/cooling, unusual noises, persistent error codes, frequent on-off cycling, or visible condensation on registers.
Typical service life with annual maintenance: gas furnace 15-20 years, gas boiler 15-20 years (cast-iron 25-30), heat pump 15-20 years, central A/C 12-15 years, hot-water tank 8-12 years, tankless water heater 18-22 years, gas fireplace 20-30 years.
CANRO provides installation, repair, annual servicing and parts replacement for boilers, gas furnaces, heat pumps, hot-water tanks, tankless water heaters, gas fireplaces, central air conditioning, ductless mini-splits and gas-fitting services across Metro Vancouver.
General rule: if the equipment is more than 75% of its expected life AND the repair cost is more than 50% of replacement, replacement is usually the better investment because new high-efficiency equipment pays back the difference in energy savings over 5-10 years.
Yes. CANRO works with stratas across Metro Vancouver on common-area HVAC (boilers, makeup-air units, A/C towers) and in-suite systems. We provide signed work orders and detailed invoicing suitable for strata reporting and reserve-fund planning.
Yes. CANRO holds a TSBC Class-A gas-fitting licence, our technicians are Red Seal certified for HVAC, and we carry full liability insurance plus WorkSafeBC coverage.
Annual servicing is recommended for every gas-fired appliance (furnace, boiler, hot-water tank, fireplace) and every cooling system (A/C, heat pump). Annual maintenance is also required to keep most manufacturer warranties valid.
To book HVAC system service or get a free written quote for installation, call CANRO at (604) 359-1081 or email info@canroheat.ca. We service all of Metro Vancouver including Thompson, Kerrisdale, South Surrey and Fleetwood.
This guide was written by the CANRO Heating & Cooling team based on 25+ years of HVAC system installation, repair and annual service work across Metro Vancouver. Last reviewed May 2026.
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