Heat Pump Repair & Emergency Service in BC

Repair searches are urgent. Use the pre-call checklist to rule out simple fixes, then find a licensed technician in your city. Repair cost tables and BC-specific troubleshooting guidance for every major city.

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Before calling — try the pre-call checklist on your city page. A tripped breaker, clogged filter, or thermostat setting resolves about 20% of "emergency" calls.

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Lower Mainland

Vancouver

-8°C design

Coastal humidity and freeze-thaw cycles drive most Vancouver heat pump service calls.

5 contractors listedView repair guide →

Surrey

-9°C design

Surrey's spread-out geography means service response times vary — knowing your contractor before you need them matters.

13 contractors listedView repair guide →

Burnaby

-8°C design

Burnaby's dense condo and townhouse stock makes strata-specific service experience essential.

14 contractors listedView repair guide →

Richmond

-7°C design

Richmond's low-lying geography means outdoor units need proper drainage — water infiltration is a real concern.

5 contractors listedView repair guide →

Coquitlam

-10°C design

Coquitlam's higher elevation means colder winters than coastal Vancouver — defrost performance matters more here.

4 contractors listedView repair guide →

North Vancouver

-10°C design

North Vancouver's mountain proximity brings heavier snowfall — outdoor unit clearance is an actual winter maintenance task here.

7 contractors listedView repair guide →

Langley

-12°C design

Langley's Fraser Valley interior location is colder than coastal cities — cold-climate rating is essential, not optional.

4 contractors listedView repair guide →

Abbotsford

-14°C design

Abbotsford regularly hits -10°C to -14°C during Arctic outflows — cold-climate rated equipment is critical.

4 contractors listedView repair guide →

Delta

-7°C design

Delta's flat, low-lying coastal location means mild winters but drainage and humidity are the primary maintenance concerns.

3 contractors listedView repair guide →

Chilliwack

-13°C design

Chilliwack sits at the end of the Fraser Valley where cold snaps hit harder than coastal cities.

5 contractors listedView repair guide →

What Does Heat Pump Repair Cost in BC?

Typical ranges in 2026. Lower Mainland and Island labour rates run 10–15% above Interior BC. Emergency/after-hours calls add $150–$250 to any service call.

RepairLower MainlandInterior BC
Diagnostic visit$100–$200$85–$175
Capacitor replacement$250–$450$220–$400
Fan motor replacement$700–$1,200$620–$1,050
Refrigerant leak repair$900–$2,500$800–$2,200
Defrost board/sensor$350–$650$300–$575
Compressor replacement$2,500–$4,500$2,200–$4,000
Annual tune-up$150–$300$135–$265

All costs include parts and labour. Prices are estimates based on 2026 BC market rates. Brand-specific parts (Mitsubishi, Daikin) typically run higher. See your city page for regional detail.

Disclaimer

Repair cost estimates are illustrative based on 2026 BC market data. Actual costs depend on brand, part availability, access complexity, and contractor. Always get a written estimate before authorizing repairs. Electrical and refrigerant work requires licensed technicians under BC regulations.