Complete Vancouver Home HVAC Maintenance Schedule — Monthly to Annual
Published: July 21, 2026 — CANRO Heating & Cooling — Greater Vancouver, BC
Monthly Tasks
Check/replace air filter (furnace, heat pump), check thermostat batteries, ensure vents and registers are unobstructed, and listen for unusual HVAC sounds. During heavy use seasons, check monthly. During off-season, every 2-3 months is sufficient.
Seasonal Tasks
Spring: replace filter, test AC/heat pump cooling, clean outdoor unit, check condensate drain. Summer: monitor AC performance, keep outdoor unit clear. Fall: schedule professional heating service, replace filter, test heating, check CO detectors. Winter: keep outdoor unit clear of snow, check for unusual noises, monitor gas bills for efficiency decline.
Annual Professional Service
Schedule annual professional maintenance for: furnace/boiler (before winter), heat pump (before winter and before summer — twice per year recommended), water heater (annual flush and anode check), and AC (before summer). Annual service costs $150-250 per system but saves $200-500/year in energy and prevents emergency breakdowns.