Hydronic and combi boilers are common in older Lower Mainland homes — particularly in Vancouver, North Van, and West Van where in-floor radiant heat or cast-iron radiators are still in use. DirectBuy Furnace installs, replaces, and services residential boilers with TSBC-certified gas fitters and emergency response 24/7.
We diagnose boiler issues, replace failing units with high-efficiency condensing boilers (95%+ AFUE), install combi systems that handle both space heating and domestic hot water, and service existing systems for annual maintenance. Permits, inspections, and combustion analysis included.
North Vancouver specifics: North Van runs colder than the south side of the inlet — Lynn Valley and the canyon areas can drop to -10°C in winter, well within the operational range of cold-climate inverter heat pumps but outside the comfort zone for budget units. Steep North Shore lots sometimes complicate condenser placement. We do site visits before quoting on hillside properties.