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By Vahid Isapur — Owner & Red Seal Certified Journeyman HVAC Technician, Blue Ridge Heating & Cooling Last Updated: February 2026 · Reading Time: 14 min 👤 About the Author — E-E-A-T Disclosure This article was written by Vahid Isapur, owner of Blue Ridge Heating & Cooling and a Red Seal Certified Journeyman HVAC Technician with over 15 years of […]

Yes — modern cold-climate heat pumps work exceptionally well in BC winters. With average winter temperatures in Greater Vancouver hovering between 0°C and 7°C, the Lower Mainland sits in one of the most ideal climates in all of Canada for heat pump performance. Vancouver has an oceanic climate, and the west coast is the only part […]

If you’re a homeowner in Greater Vancouver or the Lower Mainland weighing your heat pump options, you’ve likely encountered the same fork in the road thousands of BC homeowners face every year: ductless mini-split or ducted central heat pump? It’s not a trivial question. The system you choose will shape your comfort, your energy bills, and […]

Choosing the best heat pump brands for BC isn’t as simple as reading a spec sheet. I’ve spent 17 years installing, servicing, and troubleshooting heat pumps across the Lower Mainland — from damp, 3°C January mornings in Delta to the -15°C cold snaps that regularly hit Chilliwack and Maple Ridge. I’ve crawled under decks, mounted outdoor units on rain-soaked walls, […]

🔑 Key Takeaways Introduction: The #1 Heating Question BC Homeowners Are Asking in 2026 If you’re comparing a heat pump vs furnace in BC, you’re asking the right question at the right time. With rising natural gas prices, record-breaking rebate programs, and proven cold-climate technology, 2026 is the year the answer has become clearer than ever […]

Everything You Need to Know About Heat Pump Pricing in Vancouver, Surrey & the Lower Mainland — Including Rebates That Could Make Your Heat Pump FREE Written by [Owner Name], Licensed HVAC Technician & Owner of Blue Ridge Heating | Red Seal Certified | XX+ Years Experience Last Updated: [Month] 2026 Key Takeaways How Much […]

Published: April 20, 2026 | By Blue Ridge HVAC Team (your Port Coquitlam new-build ninjas who roast cookie-cutter installs, love custom comfort, and turn “blank slate” into “climate masterpiece” with a wink) | Categories: HVAC Installation Port Coquitlam, New Home HVAC Systems, Custom Heating Cooling, Green Building HVAC BC Listen up, Port Coquitlam new-build visionaries—let’s […]

Published: April 10, 2026 | By Blue Ridge HVAC Team (your Pitt Meadows boiler whisperers who roast wasteful systems, love lower bills, and turn “gas guzzler” into “gas genius” with a grin) | Categories: Boiler Efficiency Tips Pitt Meadows, Gas Heating Savings, Energy Efficient Boiler, Suburban Boiler Optimization BC Listen up, Pitt Meadows penny-pinchers and […]

Published: April 05, 2026 | By Blue Ridge HVAC Team (your Pitt Meadows flame tamers who roast drafty disasters, love cozy fixes, and turn “windy woe” into “warm win” with a wink) | Categories: Fireplace Repair Pitt Meadows, Drafty Fireplace Fix, Windy Area Heating, Cozy Fireplace Pitt Meadows BC Listen up, Pitt Meadows wind warriors—let’s […]

Published: March 25, 2026 | By Blue Ridge HVAC Team (your Port Moody green guerrillas who roast old pumps, love new efficiency, and turn “chilly bills” into “chilly thrills” with a wink) | Categories: Heat Pump Upgrade Port Moody, Eco HVAC Port Moody, Sustainable Heating, Cold-Climate Heat Pump BC Listen up, Port Moody eco-enthusiasts—let’s crank […]