Installation of a Haxxair wall-mounted heat pump in Laval-des-Rapides
Installation of a Haxxair wall-mounted heat pump in Laval-des-Rapides. AirGreen offers comfort, savings, and HVAC expertise throughout Greater Montreal.
Take a tour of the installation
Each number is a point we check on site. Switch between summer and winter to watch air and heat move.
In summer, the outdoor unit rejects the house's heat outside.
Generic illustration of this type of installation, not a survey of this job site. Tap a number.
Mounted level on a wall plate, high enough for the air to reach the whole room, with enough space around it to slide the filters out easily.
The refrigerant lines, the communication cable and the drain go through the wall in a single opening, sealed against water, cold air and insects.
Two insulated copper pipes connect the two units. Outside, a line cover can protect them from sun, knocks and weather.
A shut-off switch near the outdoor unit isolates it safely for service. It must stay accessible at all times.
The compressor and the fan. In heating mode it captures heat from the outdoor air, even in winter, and moves it inside.
On the ground or on the wall, it keeps the unit above accumulated snow. The unit stays clear and defrost water can drain away.
The fan needs to blow freely. Storage, a fence or a wall too close, and efficiency drops while noise goes up.
Four-season comfort for a Laval residence
In the Laval-des-Rapides area, our AirGreen team recently completed the installation of a Haxxair wall-mounted heat pump . This intervention perfectly illustrates how a modern HVAC solution can meet the specific needs of a suburban home: optimal comfort, energy savings and long-term reliability .
Project background
The client, a duplex owner, wanted to improve his family's quality of life by installing a system capable of efficient cooling in the summer and stable heating in the fall and spring. After comparing several options, he chose a Haxxair wall-mounted heat pump , renowned for its good value and efficiency in cold climates.
Why choose Haxxair?
Haxxair wall units are increasingly popular in Greater Montreal. They are distinguished by:
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Energy Star certified energy efficiency , guaranteeing reduced consumption;
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Consistent performance down to -25°C , perfectly suited to Quebec winters;
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Quiet operation , particularly appreciated in living rooms;
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A modern design that fits easily into contemporary interiors.
Installation process
The installation was carried out with care by our specialist team:
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Optimal wall positioning : the unit was fixed high in the living room, so as to cover the main living space.
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Discreet drilling : the refrigerant pipes were passed through an exterior wall and then covered with color-matched capping.
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Condensate drainage management : thanks to a natural slope, gravity drainage was favored, thus avoiding the addition of a pump.
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Dedicated electrical connection : an independent line was run to the panel, ensuring safety and compliance with RBQ standards.
Challenges encountered
The main challenge was to integrate the indoor head into a room with relatively low ceilings, while respecting the minimum distances necessary for the device to function properly. Our technicians therefore adjusted the location and height of the support to ensure even air circulation .
Results obtained
As soon as it was switched on, the family noticed a clear improvement in comfort:
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Fast and even cooling on hot days;
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Efficient and stable heating on cool evenings;
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An anticipated reduction in energy bills compared to their old electric heaters.
Grants and support
Since the installed heat pump is Energy Star certified, the project is eligible for financial assistance programs available in Quebec, such as LogisVert and Hydro-Québec . At AirGreen, we always support our clients in the administrative procedures to maximize their savings.
Recommended maintenance
We reminded the owner of the importance of regular HVAC maintenance :
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Cleaning the filters every two months;
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Annual professional inspection;
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Periodic check of drain and refrigerant level.
These simple actions help ensure optimal performance and extend the life of the system.
AirGreen Expertise in Laval
This wall-mounted heat pump installation in Laval-des-Rapides reflects the AirGreen philosophy: offering tailor-made solutions, adapted to local realities, and carried out with rigor. Our team is proud to support families in Laval and throughout Greater Montreal towards sustainable and energy-efficient comfort .
Conclusion
Thanks to this installation of a Haxxair wall-mounted heat pump in Laval-des-Rapides , our client now benefits from a more comfortable and economical home, while reducing its ecological footprint. A successful project that once again illustrates the added value of AirGreen expertise.
The big day, step by step
The main steps of this kind of job at AirGreen. Every house has its quirks: the estimate brings them out.
We look at the room, the outside wall, the line route and where the outdoor unit will go. That is where the capacity gets chosen.
Model, capacity and price, in writing. We also check whether the model qualifies for assistance programs.
Floors and furniture protected, wall plate position marked level, wall opening located.
A single opening, with the slope the drain needs to flow outside.
Set on a stand raised above the snow, with the clearances the manufacturer requires.
Connected, insulated and protected. The opening is then sealed against water, cold air and insects.
A dedicated circuit and an accessible disconnect near the outdoor unit.
Leak test, vacuum, then start-up and a check of heating and cooling.
Remote, modes, filters: we show you the essentials before we leave.
- The on-site estimateWe look at the room, the outside wall, the line route and where the outdoor unit will go. That is where the capacity gets chosen.
- The quoteModel, capacity and price, in writing. We also check whether the model qualifies for assistance programs.
- Getting readyFloors and furniture protected, wall plate position marked level, wall opening located.
- The wall openingA single opening, with the slope the drain needs to flow outside.
- The outdoor unitSet on a stand raised above the snow, with the clearances the manufacturer requires.
- Lines, cable and drainConnected, insulated and protected. The opening is then sealed against water, cold air and insects.
- The electrical workA dedicated circuit and an accessible disconnect near the outdoor unit.
- Tests and start-upLeak test, vacuum, then start-up and a check of heating and cooling.
- The walkthroughRemote, modes, filters: we show you the essentials before we leave.
What would it look like at your place?
Two quick checks with real numbers: what heat costs, and what your current heaters add up to in BTU/h.
Conversion: 1 W = 3.412 BTU/h. An indication, not a load calculation: baseboards and furnaces are often stronger than the real need, and they can stay as backup. AirGreen confirms the capacity on site.
Four mistakes we do not make
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Your own project, step by step
What to do, season by season
Three habits per season for this unit. They take a few minutes and prevent many calls.
- Clean the indoor unit's filters.
- Clear leaves and debris left on the outdoor unit by winter.
- Test cooling before the first hot days.
- Clean the filters more often when the unit runs a lot.
- Keep plants away from the outdoor unit.
- Check that no water drips from the indoor unit.
- Rake the leaves around the outdoor unit.
- Test heating before the first cold days.
- Book periodic maintenance before winter.
- Keep snow away from the stand and the front of the unit.
- Let the unit defrost: it is normal.
- Never hit the ice on the fins; call us if the unit stays iced up.
Is your home ready?
Check what applies at your place. A "no" is not a refusal: it is what we sort out during the estimate.
Four statements: true or false?
It all comes down to details you have just seen.
1. In heating mode, the outdoor unit can produce water.
During defrost cycles. That water must drain away without forming ice.
2. You pick the capacity with a simple square-footage rule.
Windows, insulation, orientation and how the room is used all count. Capacity is chosen on site.
3. A multi-zone connects several indoor heads to a single condenser.
One head per room, all on the same condenser. Each room keeps its own temperature.
4. The disconnect can sit behind the patio furniture.
It must stay accessible: it is what shuts the unit off for service.
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Text and photo: a real AirGreen Climatisation & Chauffage job. The diagrams are generic illustrations of the type of installation, not a survey of this job site. Sources of the added figures: airgreen.ca product pages (NEEP / AHRI performance), Hydro-Québec (Heat pumps page, LogisVert, read on 13 October 2026), Régie de l’énergie (rate D as of 1 April 2026).