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Installation Q&A · Metro Vancouver

Boiler, furnace, heat pump & gas fireplace installation questions

Straight answers to what Metro Vancouver homeowners ask before installing new heating equipment—cost, permits, sizing, rebates, timelines and DIY vs pro. Researched and answered by CANRO’s licensed technicians, installing across the Lower Mainland since 1999.
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How to use these installation guides

Replacing a boiler, furnace, heat pump or gas fireplace is one of the bigger decisions a Metro Vancouver homeowner makes, and the right answer depends on your home, your budget and BC’s codes and rebate programs. These guides are written by CANRO’s licensed technicians to answer the questions we actually hear on quotes — what equipment costs, how long installation takes, what permits the law requires, how to size a system correctly, and where rebates can save you thousands. Use the categories above to jump to your equipment type, or call (604) 359-1081 for a free, no-pressure assessment.

The questions worth answering before you buy

  • Cost — what a fair installed price looks like for your equipment, and what drives it up or down.
  • Permits & code — what Technical Safety BC and the BC Gas Safety Regulation require, and why DIY gas work is illegal here.
  • Sizing — why a heat-loss calculation beats a rule of thumb, and how oversizing hurts comfort and efficiency.
  • Rebates & financing — which CleanBC, FortisBC, BC Hydro and federal programs you can stack, and how we handle the paperwork.
  • Timeline — what a typical install day looks like and what can extend it.

When you are ready, we serve all of Metro Vancouver — from Vancouver and Burnaby to Surrey, Richmond, Coquitlam and the North Shore — with honest advice and upfront pricing. Explore our boiler, furnace, heat pump and air conditioning services, or read our 4.9-star reviews.

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need a permit to install heating equipment in BC?
Almost always, yes. Installing or replacing a gas boiler, furnace or fireplace requires a Technical Safety BC gas permit, and the work must be done by a licensed gas contractor. Heat pumps require electrical and often mechanical permits. CANRO holds gas licence LGA0043870 and boiler licence LBP0046450 and pulls every required permit, schedules the inspection, and provides the signed acceptance certificate for your records.
How much does new heating equipment cost to install in Metro Vancouver?
As a rough guide: a boiler runs about $6,500–$14,000+, a furnace $4,500–$9,500+, a heat pump $6,000–$18,000+ before rebates, and a gas fireplace $3,500–$8,000+. Your exact price depends on equipment, sizing, venting, gas and electrical work, and the state of what is already installed. Every CANRO quote is free, written and itemized after an in-home assessment.
Can I get a rebate on a new heat pump or high-efficiency system?
Often, yes. CleanBC, BC Hydro, FortisBC and the federal Greener Homes programs offer meaningful rebates, especially when you switch from fossil-fuel heating to a high-efficiency heat pump. Amounts and eligibility change, so we confirm what applies and handle the paperwork — see our rebates & financing page.
Why does correct sizing matter so much?
Oversized equipment short-cycles, wastes energy, wears out faster and heats unevenly; undersized equipment cannot keep up in a cold snap. That is why CANRO sizes from a real heat-loss calculation rather than a rule of thumb — it is the single biggest factor in how comfortable, efficient and durable your system will be.
How long does a typical installation take?
Most furnace and boiler replacements are completed in one day; ductless heat pumps often in a day; conversions, multi-zone systems, or jobs needing new gas lines or ductwork can take one to three days. We confirm the timeline at the quote so there are no day-of surprises, and we plan replacements to keep you in heat and hot water.

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