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Coombs furnace service
Furnace repair and tune-ups in Coombs
Gas, oil or electric, old or new: we keep Coombs furnaces running and get the heat back on when they stop.
Furnace service in Coombs
Can I get my furnace fixed in Coombs in the middle of winter?
Yes. Furnaces quit on cold nights, so we answer 250-753-3641 around the clock. We find the cause, give you the price before any work, and back the job with a no-hassle warranty. Coombs is a village centre in RDN Electoral Area F with the largest concentration of shops and tourist services in the area, including the Coombs Market. Coombs falls under the Regional District of Nanaimo, Electoral Area F. Our crews work in Coombs and nearby Errington and Parksville. We work out of our shop at 1940 Boxwood Road in Nanaimo.
No heat? Check these first
- An air filter that isn't clogged
- Thermostat set to heat, and above room temperature
- The furnace breaker hasn't tripped
- Fresh batteries in the thermostat, if it uses them
Still cold? Or a yellow flame, a burning smell or loud bangs? Turn the furnace off and call us. If you smell gas, go outside and call 911 or FortisBC at 1-800-663-9911.
Call 250-753-3641How it works
How a furnace tune-up works.
- Book a time
Late summer or early fall gives you the widest choice.
- Inspect and test
Gas pressure, flame, controls and a full safety check.
- Explain
You hear what we found and what, if anything, needs a part.
- Next year, booked
A membership plan books the next one for you.
Honest advice
When is a furnace repair not worth it?
A tune-up keeps a healthy furnace healthy. It won't make a worn-out one young. A furnace 15 or more years old, repairs two years in a row, or a repair close to the price of a new unit usually means replacing it. We'll show you a new furnace and a heat pump side by side. We will never trick you into buying a new furnace.
Permits
Do I need a permit for furnace work in Coombs?
Sometimes. The Regional District of Nanaimo, Electoral Area F sets the local permit rules for Coombs. Building permits in the RDN Electoral Areas are issued by the Regional District of Nanaimo Building and Bylaw Services. Gas work needs a Technical Safety BC gas permit taken out by a licensed gas contractor, and Norm's holds gas licence LGA000404. Rebate and permit details checked October 21, 2026. Programs change, so we confirm at your quote.
Every type
Can you fix an oil or electric furnace?
Yes. Oil and electric furnaces get the same care as gas ones, and we won't push a conversion you don't want. If you do want off oil, we can remove the oil tank and our gas fitters run the gas line, as one job.
Rebates
What heat pump rebates can Coombs homeowners get?
Rebates lean toward heat pumps, so a furnace replacement is worth pricing both ways. Coombs homes may also qualify for a local top-up. We confirm current amounts at your quote. Order matters: some programs need pre-approval before work starts. Financeit monthly payment options can cover what's left. Rebate and permit details checked October 21, 2026. Programs change, so we confirm at your quote.
CleanBC
- Energy Savings Program
- Energy Savings Program heat pump water heater
- Home Renovation Rebate Program
FortisBC
- Connect to Gas
- Dual fuel heating system rebate
- Appliance maintenance rebates
Local to Coombs
- RDN Fossil Fuel to Heat Pump Rebate, offered by the RDN. Ask us whether your home qualifies
- RDN Community Wood Smoke Reduction Program (wood stove to heat pump), offered by the RDN. Ask us whether your home qualifies
- RDN Home Energy Assessment Rebate, offered by the RDN. Ask us whether your home qualifies
Mobile homes
Do you work on mobile home furnaces?
Yes. Norm's has serviced mobile homes around Nanaimo for decades, including the oil furnaces and oil tanks many still run on. If you'd rather leave oil behind, we can convert the home to a gas furnace or a heat pump.
Gas or electric
Is natural gas available in Coombs?
FortisBC serves much of the Mid-Island, and whether gas reaches a home depends on the street, so we check your address at the quote. No gas on your street? We still service oil and electric furnaces, and a heat pump is the usual way off oil.
Google reviews
What customers say about our furnace service
Norms just replaced my furnace and added a heat pump, the guys did an excellent job, and very informative Highly recommend Norms 👍 Thanks again
Chad was very knowledgeable and fast. He fixed the problems I had with my gas furnace and water line. Will be using Norm's for any future work required around my home.
FAQ
Your questions, answered
Is Norm's licensed for gas work?
Yes. Our gas fitters are licensed, and Norm's holds Technical Safety BC gas licence LGA000404.
Do you install new furnaces too?
Yes. Bryant gas furnaces, oil to gas conversions and dual fuel with a heat pump.
Can I call at night?
Yes. We answer 250-753-3641 any hour, all winter.
Which local government covers Coombs?
Coombs comes under the Regional District of Nanaimo, Electoral Area F.
Do you cover Errington and Parksville as well?
Yes. Errington and Parksville are in the same service area as Coombs.
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