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Heat pumps installed in Nanoose Bay
Ducted, ductless or dual fuel for Nanoose Bay homes, installed by our own technicians and backed by a no-hassle warranty.
Heat pump installation in Nanoose Bay
Is a heat pump a good fit for a home in Nanoose Bay?
Yes, for most homes. Island winters are mild by Canadian standards, and that's where a modern heat pump works best. It moves heat instead of burning fuel, so the same system heats in winter and cools in summer. The Nanoose Bay plan area is bounded by the District of Lantzville and the City of Parksville and includes the Fairwinds, Schooner Cove and Red Gap areas. Homes here come under the Regional District of Nanaimo, Electoral Area E. Our crews work in Nanoose Bay and nearby Lantzville and Parksville. The crew comes out from our Nanaimo shop on Boxwood Road.
Is it time to switch to a heat pump?
- Rooms that never feel comfortable
- An oil furnace or oil tank you'd like gone
- No cooling for summer heat
- Electric baseboards and high winter bills
Each of these changes what a new system costs and what rebates it can get. We check before anything is booked.
Call 250-753-3641How it works
How a heat pump install works.
- Call or send the form
We answer 24/7 and books the home visit.
- Sizing
We size the system to the house, not to a rule of thumb.
- Rebates first
Our rebate team checks pre-approval rules before any work starts.
- Installed and tested
We install it, test heating and cooling, and show you how it runs.
Which system
Ducted or ductless heat pump for a Nanoose Bay home?
It depends on whether the house has ductwork. If it does, a ducted heat pump uses those ducts to heat and cool the whole home. If it doesn't, a ductless system fits: one outdoor unit runs 1 to 5 indoor heads, and each room holds its own temperature.
Ducted
- Whole home through existing ducts
- One thermostat, even comfort
Ductless
- No ductwork needed
- 1 to 5 indoor heads
- Room by room temperature
Permits
Who issues permits for a heat pump install in Nanoose Bay?
It depends on the job, and in Nanoose Bay the local rules come from the Regional District of Nanaimo, Electoral Area E. 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.
Switching fuels
Can I switch from oil or baseboards to a heat pump in Nanoose Bay?
Yes. Our staff is trained to remove oil tanks safely, so an oil to heat pump switch is one job with one company. Homes heated by electric baseboards often suit a ductless system. What you switch from changes the rebate, so we check that first.
Rebates
What rebates can Nanoose Bay homeowners get for a heat pump?
It depends on what heats the house now and on your household, so our rebate team checks before anything is booked. Nanoose Bay homes may also qualify for a local top-up. We confirm current amounts at your quote. Programs need a registered contractor and some need pre-approval, and Financeit can spread the rest into monthly payments. 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 Nanoose Bay
- 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
Dual fuel
Can I keep my gas furnace and add a heat pump?
Yes, with a dual fuel system. The heat pump does the everyday heating and cooling, and the furnace steps in when it gets really cold. It suits homes with a sound gas furnace and owners who like having a backup.
Gas or electric
Is natural gas available in Nanoose Bay?
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. Homes on gas can keep a furnace as backup in a dual fuel setup. Electric and oil homes usually let the heat pump do it all.
Google reviews
What customers say about our heat pump installs
We had a new heat pump put in today. From Ryan coming to give the quote to the install today has been great. Jason and Mason did the install today and were great.
Hired Norms to install a heat pump. They were in and out in a day and a half. Staff were professional and cleaned up after themselves. Job looks tidy and well done. The ducting was especially nice. Would recommend Norm’s.
FAQ
Your questions, answered
How long does a heat pump last?
Plan on replacing one at around 12 years or more. Age alone isn't the signal: noises, weak airflow and rising bills are.
Is the work guaranteed?
Yes. Every install is covered by our no-hassle warranty.
Are there monthly payment options for a heat pump?
Yes, through Financeit. Rates and terms depend on your approval.
Which local government covers Nanoose Bay?
Nanoose Bay comes under the Regional District of Nanaimo, Electoral Area E.
Do you cover Lantzville and Parksville as well?
Yes, Lantzville and Parksville too, from the same Nanaimo shop.
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