Mini Split Installation for Every Burnaby Property Type
Burnaby’s mix of condos, older detached homes, townhouses, and multi-suite properties means there is no single mini split solution that fits every situation. Here is how we approach each property type.
Condos and Apartments in Metrotown and Brentwood
Most Burnaby condos were built without any provision for central air conditioning. Strata bylaws typically prevent modifications to shared systems, and running new ductwork through a concrete building is simply not an option. A wall-mounted mini split air handler is the standard solution in these buildings. Installation requires only a small penetration through the exterior wall for the conduit, which most strata councils approve without issue. We handle the strata approval process documentation as part of the job.
Older Homes in Burnaby Heights, East Burnaby, and Edmonds
Homes built in Burnaby before the 1980s were typically heated with boilers, baseboards, or oil furnaces, none of which use ductwork. Adding central air conditioning to these properties means either a full duct installation, which is expensive and disruptive, or a ductless mini split, which connects to the existing electrical system and requires no ductwork at all. For most of these homes, a multi zone mini split covering the main living areas and bedrooms is the most practical and cost-effective solution. If you are also considering air duct cleaning in Burnaby for an existing system, our team handles both services.
Basement Suites and Home Additions
Burnaby has a high density of homes with legal and secondary suites. These spaces are almost never connected to the main floor heating and cooling system, which means they overheat in summer and struggle in winter. A single zone mini split provides independent climate control for the suite without any modifications to the main floor system, and can be installed without disrupting the existing tenancy in most cases.
Townhouses and New Builds in South Slope and Brentwood
Newer Burnaby townhouses often have central forced-air systems but limited cooling capacity. A mini split added to a bedroom or top floor level where heat accumulates is a cost-effective way to address hot spots without replacing the whole system. For properties with existing ductwork, a central air conditioner in Burnaby may be the more cost-effective route and our team can help you compare both options.
Brands We Install for Mini Split Work in Burnaby
Choosing the right system size and brand for your specific Burnaby property makes a significant difference in long-term efficiency and running costs. We install systems from manufacturers with proven performance in BC’s climate and strong parts availability across the Lower Mainland.
Mitsubishi Electric
Our most recommended brand for Burnaby condo and residential mini split installations. Quiet enough for bedroom installation, highly efficient, and backed by the strongest manufacturer support network in Canada. For older Burnaby homes that will rely on the mini split as the primary heating source through winter, Mitsubishi Electric’s Hyper-Heating models are rated to operate efficiently well below freezing.
Carrier
A practical mid-range option for Burnaby homeowners who want reliable performance without the premium cost of top-tier systems. Carrier mini splits suit basement suites, home additions, and secondary spaces where budget is a key consideration alongside performance.
Lennox
Well suited to Burnaby homeowners focused on long-term energy efficiency. High SEER2 ratings make Lennox systems a good fit for properties where the mini split will run heavily through both the cooling and heating seasons.
Not sure which brand and configuration is right for your Burnaby property? We will assess the space and give you a straight recommendation.
Neighbourhoods We Serve in Burnaby
We work across all Burnaby neighbourhoods regularly, from the high-rise corridor along Kingsway to quieter residential streets in the north.
We install and service mini split systems throughout Burnaby including Metrotown, Brentwood, Burnaby Heights, Edmonds, East Burnaby, Deer Lake, South Slope, Capitol Hill, Lochdale, and Willingdon Heights. Not sure if we cover your street? Give us a call and we almost certainly do.
