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Heat Pumps

Heat Pump ServicesEnergy-efficient heating and cooling solutions for homes throughout Toronto and the GTA.

— Complete Heat Pump Services

Efficient heating and cooling from one system.

Proper HVAC designs, installs and services residential heat pump systems across Toronto and the GTA. Modern cold-climate air source heat pumps heat efficiently through Ontario winters and cool quietly all summer — with dramatically lower operating costs than the equipment they replace.

Ducted, ductless mini-split and hybrid dual-fuel systems — sized, matched and commissioned properly by technicians who specialise in heat pump work.

Heat Pump Systems We Install

A complete range of residential heat pump work.

Whichever direction your home is heading — a full electric heat pump conversion, a mini-split for a difficult space, or a hybrid system that keeps a furnace as backup — we design and install it properly.

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Air Source Heat Pumps

Efficient outdoor units that provide both heating and cooling from a single system — the modern residential standard.

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Cold Climate Heat Pumps

Purpose-built for Canadian winters, delivering rated heating capacity in temperatures well below freezing.

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Ducted Heat Pumps

Whole-home heat pumps that use your existing ductwork for even, quiet comfort in every room.

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Ductless Mini-Splits

Wall-mounted indoor units for additions, upper floors, basements or homes without ductwork — zoned and efficient.

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Hybrid Heating Systems

A heat pump paired with a high-efficiency furnace — automatic switching for the best of both worlds in Ontario winters.

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Heat Pump Services

Every heat pump need, handled properly.

Repair, installation, replacement or seasonal maintenance — one team looks after your heat pump, whichever service you need today.

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Heat Pump Repair

Careful diagnostics and dependable repairs for cold-climate, ducted and ductless systems.

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Heat Pump Installation

Cold-climate heat pumps sized and set up properly for Ontario winters and summers.

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Heat Pump Replacement

Modernize older systems or move to a dual-fuel setup with honest advice and clean workmanship.

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Heat Pump Maintenance

Seasonal tune-ups that keep your heat pump quiet, efficient and reliable — year after year.

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Installation & Replacement

A new heat pump, installed properly.

Whether you're planning an all-electric conversion or replacing an aging system, we help you choose equipment that fits your home, your climate and your budget — then install it to a higher standard.

Heat-loss & load calculations

Proper sizing based on your home's real heat loss — not a rule of thumb.

Cold-climate equipment selection

Modern inverter-driven units rated for full capacity at deep-winter temperatures.

Refrigerant lines & commissioning

Clean line sets, proper evacuation and full commissioning — the details that determine long-term performance.

Electrical & controls

Right-sized breakers, communicating thermostats and clean control wiring throughout.

Balanced comfort

Zoned airflow and thoughtful placement for even temperatures across the whole home.

Manufacturer warranties

Premium equipment installed properly so the full manufacturer warranty stands behind it.

— Heat Pump Repair

Diagnosed properly. Fixed once.

Heat pumps are precise, inverter-driven equipment — diagnosing them well takes training, tooling and experience. Our technicians arrive prepared, isolate the actual fault and explain your options in plain language before any work begins.

Priority scheduling for no-heat and no-cool calls. Speak directly with a heat pump specialist for the fastest response.

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01Not heating or cooling to setpoint
02Ice buildup on the outdoor unit
03Loud, unusual or rattling operation
04Short cycling or constant runtime
05Refrigerant leaks or oily residue
06Thermostat, sensor or communication faults

— Cold Climate Heat Pumps

Built to heat properly through a Toronto winter.

The current generation of cold-climate heat pumps is a different technology from what many homeowners remember. Purpose-engineered for northern climates, they deliver rated heating output at temperatures well below freezing — quietly, efficiently and with no combustion in the home.

We design each system around your home's real heat loss and, where appropriate, pair it with a high-efficiency furnace as a hybrid dual-fuel backup for the coldest nights of the year.

  • Rated for Ontario winters

    Modern cold-climate models maintain full heating capacity well below −20 °C.

  • Inverter-driven efficiency

    Variable-speed compressors modulate output continuously — quieter and dramatically more efficient than legacy equipment.

  • Even, comfortable heat

    Long, low-output run cycles produce steadier temperatures than on/off systems ever could.

  • Hybrid backup options

    Pair with a high-efficiency furnace for automatic dual-fuel switching on the coldest nights.

  • Lower operating costs

    A properly sized heat pump routinely delivers 2–4× the heat per unit of energy consumed.

  • One system, two seasons

    Efficient heating in winter and quiet cooling in summer — from a single piece of equipment.

— Energy Efficiency & Rebates

Efficient heating that pays back over time.

A properly designed heat pump lowers a home's operating costs and carbon footprint at the same time. Federal and provincial programs periodically offer rebates and incentives on qualifying cold-climate equipment.

We'll walk you through the incentives currently available at the time of your quote — no promises about program eligibility until we've reviewed the specifics with you.

  • High seasonal efficiency

    Modern heat pumps deliver more heat energy than the electricity they consume — often 2–4× more.

  • Lower monthly bills

    Efficient operation and inverter modulation add up to meaningfully lower ongoing operating costs.

  • Reduced emissions

    Electrified heating dramatically cuts on-site combustion and household emissions.

  • Rebate-friendly

    Qualifying cold-climate heat pumps are eligible for various federal and provincial incentive programs.

— Preventative Maintenance

Efficient, quiet, reliable — year after year.

Twice-yearly heat pump service — one visit in spring for cooling, one in fall for heating — is the most effective way to protect efficiency, extend compressor life and keep operating costs where they should be.

ProperCare Membership

Our recommended maintenance program. Priority scheduling, seasonal heat pump tune-ups and preferred pricing — all year.

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  • Efficiency

    Refrigerant charge, airflow and controls kept exactly within spec.

  • Reliability

    Fewer no-heat and no-cool surprises through the hardest weeks of the year.

  • Lower operating costs

    Clean coils and correct settings meaningfully lower electricity use.

  • Longer equipment life

    Proactive care extends compressor life and protects your investment.

  • Better comfort

    Quieter operation and more even temperatures room to room.

  • Peace of mind

    Small issues caught long before they become expensive failures.

Why Homeowners Choose Proper HVAC

Heat pump specialists who take pride in the details.

  • Attention to detail

    Clean line sets, proper evacuation and thoughtful outdoor unit placement — every time.

  • Heat pump specialisation

    A focused practice — not a furnace shop that also sells heat pumps.

  • Whole-home approach

    Load calculations, duct evaluation and controls — designed as a complete system.

  • Quality workmanship

    Installed properly the first time, tested and commissioned before we leave.

  • Clear communication

    Straight answers on sizing, hybrid options and expected performance.

  • Reliable scheduling

    We arrive when we say we will and keep you informed at every step.

  • Long-term relationships

    We're here for the next service call, and the one after that.

  • Honest recommendations

    Only the equipment your home actually needs — no upselling.

— Financing

Comfort now.
Pay over time.

Flexible monthly financing is available for qualifying heat pump equipment and hybrid system upgrades — so a new, efficient system can fit comfortably within your budget.

— Specialty Solutions

Adding a heat pump to an older home?

— FAQ

Frequently asked questions.

A few of the questions Toronto homeowners ask us most often about heat pumps and hybrid heating.

Yes. Modern cold-climate heat pumps are engineered specifically for northern climates and deliver rated heating capacity well below −20 °C. Where whole-winter capacity is a concern, we design a hybrid dual-fuel system that pairs the heat pump with a high-efficiency furnace for the coldest nights.

Cold-climate models use enhanced compressors and variable-speed inverter controls that maintain heating output at temperatures where standard heat pumps would need to rely on backup heat. In the GTA, we recommend cold-climate equipment for essentially every whole-home installation.

A hybrid system pairs a heat pump with a high-efficiency gas furnace. The heat pump runs efficiently most of the year, and the furnace takes over only on the coldest nights. It's a very common approach in the GTA — best efficiency in shoulder seasons, guaranteed backup in a deep freeze.

If your home already has good ductwork, a ducted heat pump usually delivers the most even, invisible comfort. Ductless mini-splits shine in additions, upper floors, basements, or homes without ductwork — and can be added as a targeted zone alongside an existing system.

A properly sized heat pump typically delivers 2–4× the heat energy per unit of electricity consumed. Combined with today's electricity rates, that usually translates to meaningfully lower operating costs — especially in shoulder seasons and mild winter weather.

Yes — various federal and provincial programs periodically offer rebates and incentives on qualifying cold-climate heat pumps. Programs change over time, so we'll walk you through what's actually available at the time of your quote rather than making promises about eligibility.

A quality residential heat pump typically lasts 15–20 years when properly sized, correctly installed and serviced twice a year. Compressor longevity is heavily influenced by installation quality — clean line sets, proper evacuation and correct charge matter a great deal.

Proper HVAC serves homeowners throughout Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area, including Etobicoke, North York, Scarborough, York, Vaughan, Richmond Hill, Markham, Mississauga, Oakville and Brampton.

— Get Started

Considering a Heat Pump?

Book a consultation online or speak directly with a Proper HVAC heat pump specialist — we'll take it from there.