Older Vancouver homes need special cooling solutions. Learn retrofit options that don’t require major renovation.
Air Conditioning in Vancouver
ROMA Heating & Cooling provides complete air conditioning services across Vancouver — repair, installation, replacement and maintenance — backed by licensed, insured technicians and over two decades of local experience since 1999.
What Our Air Conditioning Service Covers
Here’s what our licensed technicians take care of:
- Refrigerant level and leak inspection
- Condenser and evaporator coil cleaning
- Electrical, capacitor and contactor checks
- Airflow and thermostat calibration for efficient cooling
Frequently Asked Questions
Are ROMA’s air conditioning technicians licensed?
Yes. ROMA Heating & Cooling is a TSBC-licensed gas contractor (Gas LGA0202903) and our technicians are licensed, bonded, insured and Red Seal-trained — serving Vancouver since 1999.
Do you offer free estimates for air conditioning work in Vancouver?
We provide free, no-obligation estimates on new air conditioning installations and replacements across Vancouver, with upfront flat-rate pricing and no hidden fees.
How soon can you come out for air conditioning service?
We serve Vancouver seven days a week and aim to schedule visits quickly — call (604) 704-0300 and we’ll find the soonest available time.
Should I repair or replace my air conditioning?
Our technician gives you an honest assessment based on the age, condition and efficiency of your system — we recommend replacement only when it genuinely makes sense.
Choosing the Right AC for an Older Vancouver Home
Vancouver’s character homes, heritage houses, and mid-century builds are wonderful to live in and notoriously tricky to cool. They tend to have plaster walls, little or no insulation in original sections, balloon framing with few cavities to route lines through, knob-and-tube remnants or undersized panels, and often a boiler or hot-water heating system with no ductwork at all. Retrofitting cooling into these homes is less about picking a product off a shelf and more about matching a strategy to the building’s quirks.
The Realistic Options
- Ductless mini-splits – usually the best fit. They need only a small conduit penetration, preserve original plaster and trim, and add zoning so you can cool the rooms you actually use. For a home with no ducts, this is typically the path of least disruption.
- High-velocity small-duct systems – where homeowners want a more hidden, central feel, flexible small-diameter tubing can be threaded through wall cavities and closets, leaving only discreet outlets.
- Conventional central AC – viable only if the home already has, or can reasonably accommodate, full-size ductwork. In many older homes this means significant construction, so we weigh it carefully against the alternatives.
What Makes Older Homes Different
Heat load in an older home is driven less by square footage and more by leakage – air sneaking through old windows, uninsulated walls, and gaps around the building envelope. That can cut both ways: a leaky home gains heat faster, but it also means an honest load calculation matters even more so we do not oversize. We also pay close attention to the electrical service, since many older Vancouver homes have panels that need attention before adding a cooling load, and to sightlines so equipment respects the home’s character.
Why a Licensed Installer Matters Here
Older homes throw surprises – hidden framing, surprise wiring, asbestos-era materials. A TSBC-licensed contractor team (Gas LGA0202903) that has worked Greater Vancouver homes since 1999 knows how to navigate them safely, pull the right permits, and leave the work code-compliant. All refrigerant and electrical connections are completed by licensed technicians. Browse our cooling solutions, consider a heat pump for year-round value, or request a free estimate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will installing AC damage my heritage plaster and trim? A well-planned ductless or small-duct retrofit is designed to minimize disruption, often needing only small penetrations rather than open walls.
My older home has a boiler and no ducts. What now? Ductless mini-splits are the standard answer – they add cooling without any ductwork and pair well with existing hot-water heat.
Do I need an electrical upgrade? Sometimes. Many older panels need evaluation before a cooling load is added, which we assess during the estimate.
What Greater Vancouver Homeowners Say
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“Was very prompt to respond to our issues. Technician was scheduled for the day following my initial call.”
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“Professional and courteous technicians with attention to detail and customer needs.”
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“Speedy response time, honest, and professional service from start to finish.”
Why Greater Vancouver Trusts ROMA Heating & Cooling
ROMA Heating & Cooling has installed, repaired and maintained heating and cooling systems across Metro Vancouver since 1999. Our team are TSBC-licensed gas fitters (Gas LGA0202903) and Red Seal-trained technicians — licensed, bonded and insured — and we back every job with upfront, flat-rate pricing and a 100% satisfaction guarantee. We hold a 4.8★ rating from 221+ Google reviews.
- Authorized for 30+ brands (Lennox, Carrier, Viessmann, Navien, Rheem & more)
- Upfront flat-rate pricing — no overtime or hidden fees
- Free, no-obligation estimates on new installations
- Locally owned & operated in Burnaby, BC
No Hidden Fees
Our service rates are transparent and easy to understand. You approve upfront, flat-rate pricing before we start — so you never get a bill you didn’t expect.
Licensed & Bonded
ROMA is a TSBC-licensed gas contractor (Gas LGA0202903). Our technicians are bonded, insured and Red Seal-trained — qualified for any heating or cooling system.
Free Estimates
We offer free, no-obligation estimates on new installations — furnaces, boilers, heat pumps, air conditioners, tankless and hot-water tanks.
ROMA Heating & Cooling is a trusted HVAC contractor serving Metro Vancouver since 1999. We specialize in furnace repair, heat pump installation, boiler services, air conditioning, and emergency heating solutions for residential, commercial, and government clients. Available 24/7, our certified technicians deliver fast, reliable, and affordable HVAC services across Greater Vancouver.