When temperatures drop in the Lower Mainland, your furnace becomes one of the most important systems in your home. The last thing you want is to turn on the heat in November and discover ignition problems, weak airflow, or a complete system failure. Annual furnace maintenance prevents breakdowns, improves efficiency, and ensures your heating system runs safely in BC’s damp, fluctuating winter climate.
Alpine Plumbing & Heating provides licensed furnace maintenance and seasonal tune-ups across Vancouver, Surrey, Burnaby, Langley, New Westminster, White Rock, and the Fraser Valley. Our detailed inspections uncover issues early—before they turn into expensive mid-winter repairs.
Protect your heating system with professional annual service.Call (604) 817-1777 or request service online.
Furnaces in Metro Vancouver face unique challenges that aren’t as common in drier climates. Moisture, vent condensation, coastal air quality, and high-efficiency furnace drainage all contribute to premature wear. Without regular maintenance, even a newer furnace can suffer from performance issues.
Annual servicing provides measurable improvements in performance, safety, and long-term savings:
A properly maintained furnace is safer, more efficient, and far less likely to fail when you need it most.
Your furnace consists of multiple gas, electrical, airflow, and safety systems—each of which must be inspected and calibrated annually. Our licensed gas fitters perform a comprehensive, code-compliant tune-up, including:
If we find issues that require attention, we provide:
Most tune-up findings are minor—but catching them early prevents thousands in repair costs later.
Even if your furnace still runs, you should schedule service if you notice:
These are early indicators of airflow restrictions, failing sensors, blower issues, or combustion problems. Addressing these symptoms proactively avoids emergency repairs later.
Metro Vancouver’s environment creates conditions that shorten furnace lifespan without regular service:
Because of these factors, many manufacturers recommend annual maintenance specifically for coastal regions.
If your furnace hasn’t been serviced in more than a year, scheduling a tune-up is strongly recommended.
Avoid winter breakdowns and keep your furnace running at peak efficiency.
Most furnaces should be serviced once per year, ideally in fall before heating season. BC’s damp climate accelerates corrosion and sensor failure, making annual tune-ups especially important. Regular maintenance prevents unexpected breakdowns and ensures safe operation throughout winter.
Yes. A clean, calibrated furnace uses less fuel and operates with less strain on motors and sensors. Issues like restricted airflow, dirty flame sensors, or weak blower motors can cause high energy consumption. Maintenance restores proper performance and reduces long-term operating costs.
Skipping service increases the risk of ignition failure, poor airflow, CO hazards, corrosion, and mid-winter breakdowns. Manufacturers may also void parts warranties if annual inspections are not documented.
Absolutely. We work with property managers, strata councils, and landlords to schedule access, perform maintenance, and identify issues related to venting, shared ducting, and mechanical room setups.
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