Hiring a Gas Fitter or HVAC Contractor in BC
In BC, gas work must be done by a certified gas fitter, and most gas work needs a permit through Technical Safety BC. A few checks before signing protect your home.
Request an HVAC technicianCertification
Ask for the gas fitter's certification and the company's licence for gas work.
Permits
Ask who pulls the permit and arranges any inspection.
Insurance
Ask for proof of liability insurance and WorkSafeBC coverage.
Electrical work
Panel upgrades and new circuits for heat pumps should be done by a licensed electrical contractor.
Written quote
Equipment, model numbers, efficiency, venting, duct and electrical work and warranty terms.
Load calculation
A good contractor sizes the system from the house, not the old unit.
Rebate paperwork
If you're applying for a rebate, ask who handles the paperwork.
Red flags
Pressure to sign on the spot or large cash deposits.
Keep records
Keep permits, invoices and warranty registrations together.
Get started
See our services and send a request.
Ask about service
Find out how the company handles warranty calls and winter emergencies.
Check the details
Make sure the quote names the equipment model, the efficiency rating, the venting route and who handles any electrical work. Vague quotes make it hard to compare and easy to misunderstand.
Deposits
Agree on a payment schedule in writing, and avoid paying the full price before the work is finished and any inspection is done.
Workmanship warranty
Ask how long the contractor stands behind the installation itself, separate from the manufacturer's equipment warranty.
Questions to ask
How long has the company worked in Langley? Who will be on site? How do they handle problems found once work starts? Clear answers are a good sign.
After the job
Ask for the permit number, manuals and warranty details, and register the equipment if the contractor doesn't.
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