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Ducted Heat Pump
Installation

A central heat pump only performs as well as the ductwork it breathes through. We start with the ducts and the heat loss calculation, then specify equipment against real numbers rather than a rule of thumb based on square footage.

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♦ Installation Done Properly

The Ductwork Decides
How Well It Performs

Most disappointing ducted heat pumps are not bad equipment. They are good equipment fighting undersized returns and leaky trunk lines. We measure airflow and static pressure before quoting, so the system we install can actually deliver what the specification sheet promises.

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    Heat Loss Calculation First Square footage, insulation, windows and exposure all go into the sizing. An oversized system short cycles and dehumidifies poorly; an undersized one leans on backup heat all winter.
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    Duct Modifications Quoted Up Front If returns need enlarging or a trunk needs sealing, you hear about it in the quote rather than discovering it as an extra halfway through the install.
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    Backup Heat Planned, Not Assumed We decide with you whether the existing furnace stays as backup, and set the changeover properly so the two systems are not working against each other.
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Side-entrance heat pump install on a mixed-facade Halifax home
Measured, Not Guessed Specified From
Real Numbers

Side-entrance install on a mixed-facade home

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Straight Answers

Will my existing ductwork work with a heat pump?

Sometimes as-is, often with modifications. The common shortfall is return-air capacity: a heat pump needs to move more air than the furnace did, and houses built around a furnace frequently have one undersized central return. We measure static pressure and airflow during the assessment and tell you exactly what, if anything, needs changing before the quote is finalised.

How long does a ducted heat pump installation take?

Most jobs run two to three days. A straightforward replacement of an existing central system can be quicker; adding significant ductwork or relocating the air handler takes longer. We give you the timeline after the site assessment rather than on the morning the crew arrives.

Can I keep my furnace as backup?

Yes, and in many Halifax houses it is the sensible setup. In a dual-fuel arrangement the heat pump does the heating for most of the season and the furnace takes over below a changeover temperature we set for your house and fuel costs. It also means you still have heat if the heat pump ever needs a part ordered in.

Are there rebates for a ducted heat pump?

Nova Scotia runs rebate programmes for heat pump upgrades, and support is generally strongest for households converting away from oil heat. Eligibility rules and amounts change, so we confirm what your specific job qualifies for during the assessment and help with the application paperwork where it applies.

Which brands do you install?

We work with York, Lennox, Carrier, Trane, Daikin, Bryant and Mitsubishi Electric. Which one we recommend depends on the capacity you need, how the equipment performs at low outdoor temperatures, and parts availability in Nova Scotia — a system nobody can get parts for is a bad system regardless of the badge on it.
♦Our Work

Real Jobs, Real Halifax Homes

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  • Heat pump outdoor unit with the service panel removed, showing the compressor and refrigerant lines

    Diagnostics on an outdoor unit with the panel off

  • Two ductless mini-split condensers mounted side by side on a gravel bed beside a home

    Two-zone ductless install

  • Two heat pump condensers installed against the brick wall of a home with tidy line runs

    Paired condensers with concealed line runs

  • Heat pump condenser on a wall-mounted bracket beside a window on blue siding

    Bracket-mounted condenser, clear of snow load

  • Ductless heat pump condenser installed at the side entrance of a brick and vinyl home

    Side-entrance install on a mixed-facade home

  • Heat pump condenser installed on a gravel pad beside a dark blue sided bungalow

    Ground-mounted condenser on a gravel pad

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My friend recommended Mark's company to me for heat pump installation services and all I can say is that if you are installing air conditioning units in Halifax you must go to him. He has a very flexible schedule and can serve clients as quickly as possible. The service was very professional from quotation to installation and it was a very pleasant experience.

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Wancang Zhang Halifax, NS
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We had an urgent heat pump issue at our home and contacted Mark, he responded promptly and scheduled a check in within an hour. Once he arrived he quickly diagnosed the problem and proposed a range of solutions. He also took the time to explain each option, ensuring I understood the implications and costs involved. Will happily recommend to others!

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Jim Xi Halifax, NS
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I had an urgent issue with my Heat pump system and contacted Ace Refrigeration for assistance. I must say, their response time was impressive. Within a short period, a technician arrived at my home and immediately got to work. Mark is a truly experienced and skilled person in town. Highly recommended.

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Xing Chen Halifax, NS
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