Laval · residential
Heat pump repair in Vimont
Vimont has almost no tall buildings, 0.6% of dwellings in its planning sector in the 2021 Census, so heat pump repairs are mostly on houses and low-rise buildings. Central ducted units suit detached houses, and ductless units are common in the sector's low-rise apartments, 27.9% of dwellings. Cold-climate heat pumps handle Quebec winters when the coil is clean. JCD repairs all brands of heat pumps in Vimont.
The most common heat pump failures are a refrigerant leak, a failed reversing valve, a defrost board fault and an iced-over outdoor coil. Same-day emergency service in Vimont, seven days a week: call 514-696-4629.
Common heat pump problems we repair
Mention the symptom when you call so our team can prepare.
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Backup heat runs far more than it used to
The backup heat comes on in mild weather, or the heating bill climbs while the heat pump seems to run.
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The outdoor coil stays covered in ice
A light frost that clears after a defrost cycle is normal. A coil that stays encased in ice for hours is not.
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Cool air in heating mode
The heat pump runs, but the air from the vents is lukewarm or cool while the thermostat calls for heat.
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The breaker trips when the heat pump starts
The heat pump trips its breaker at start-up or after a few minutes. Do not keep resetting it.
Laval · Vimont
Homes and buildings in Vimont
Vimont is in planning sector 6, shared with Auteuil. In the 2021 Census, 58.9% of its dwellings were single-detached houses and 27.9% were apartments under 5 storeys. It was the only Laval sector whose dwelling count did not grow after 2016. Laval's heritage inventory lists the Abeilles houses, nearly 300 semi-detached units of hexagonal plan built in 1970 and 1971. Odd layouts are a reason to inspect existing ducts before choosing ducted or ductless equipment.
- 58.9% of homes are single-detached 2021 Census
- 78.8% of households own their home 2021 Census
- 27.9% of homes in <5-storey buildings 2021 Census
- 0.6% of homes in 5+ storey buildings 2021 Census
Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census (via CISSS de Laval). Figures are for the Laval planning sector.
Repair or replace?
Under twelve years and a first major fault: repair, almost always. Over fifteen years, or a second major failure inside two seasons: replacement is worth considering.
Repair
- System age
- Under 12 years
- Failure history
- First major fault
- Compressor
- Within amp rating
Replace
- System age
- 15 years or more
- Failure history
- Second in two seasons
- Compressor
- Shorted or seized
Verdict
In between, we assess the system and explain the repair and replacement options. We offer a free visit and written estimate for equipment replacement.
LOCAL CONSIDERATIONS · Vimont
What is different about repairs here
- The Abeilles semi-detached houses of 1970 and 1971 share a party wall, so the outdoor unit location depends on which side of the house has usable space.
- In low-rise apartment buildings, 27.9% of the sector's dwellings, check with the owner or syndicate who handles outdoor units before booking a repair.
Heat pump repair nearby
We also serve the neighbouring areas.
Other services in Vimont
If the heat pump is not the problem, or not the only one.