Installation of a Gree Free Match Extreme Double Zone Heat Pump in Ahuntsic-Cartierville, Montreal
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A Testament to Precision and Expertise in HVAC Installation
In the bustling neighborhood of Ahuntsic-Cartierville in Montreal, the team at AirGreen faced a uniquely challenging installation scenario that required not just technical expertise but also a keen eye for precision and spatial innovation. Our latest project involved the installation of a Gree Free Match Extreme Double Zone Heat Pump, tailored to meet the high efficiency and sustainability standards that our clients expect. Here's a detailed glimpse into the intricacies of this project, showcasing our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.
Project Overview
The installation site presented a challenge typical of urban settings — a restricted space that demanded a compact yet powerful solution. The Gree Free Match Extreme model was chosen for its robust performance and compact design, making it ideal for the limited outdoor area available. The system features an 18,000 BTU compressor with two indoor units each rated at 9,000 BTU, perfectly suited to the client’s needs for efficient cooling and heating without sacrificing space.
Technical Excellence and Environmental Stewardship
AirGreen is committed to not only meeting but exceeding the energy efficiency and environmental standards. The Gree Free Match Extreme is a marvel of HVAC technology, boasting an Energy Star® certification and a high SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) rating of 23.0. This indicates superior efficiency in energy use, which translates to lower electricity bills and a reduced carbon footprint — a critical consideration in today’s eco-conscious market.
Key Features of the Gree Free Match Extreme
- Wi-Fi Enabled Controls: This feature allows for effortless monitoring and adjustments, ensuring optimal comfort with just a few taps on a smartphone or tablet.
- Low Sound Pressure Level: At just 58.0 dB(A), the system operates quietly, ensuring that the serene environment of your home remains undisturbed.
- Eco-Friendly R-410A Refrigerant: Known for its lower environmental impact compared to other refrigerants, R-410A helps reduce your ecological footprint.
- Self-Diagnosis and Automatic Defrost: Enhances longevity and reliability of the unit, ensuring it operates efficiently even under harsh weather conditions.
- 10-Year Comprehensive Warranty: We offer an extended warranty on parts, compressor, and labor, reflecting our confidence in the durability and performance of the Gree system.
Installation Challenges and Innovations
The most notable challenge was the compact area designated for the compressor unit. Our skilled technicians implemented a custom solution that involved a strategic placement and secure mounting to maximize airflow and efficiency while preserving aesthetic appeal and accessibility for maintenance. This installation not only demonstrates our ability to tackle logistical challenges but also our dedication to providing tailored solutions that meet the specific needs and constraints of our clients.
Benefit of the $2,040 LogisVert Program Grant
This installation was eligible for a substantial grant through the LogisVert Program by Hydro-Québec, amounting to $2,040. This program is designed to encourage homeowners to choose energy-efficient solutions that contribute to energy conservation and environmental protection. Our clients benefit not only from immediate cost savings but also from long-term reductions in energy expenses.
Why Choose AirGreen?
Choosing AirGreen means opting for a partner that values precision, sustainability, and client-focused solutions. Each project we undertake is backed by a deep understanding of the technical aspects of HVAC systems coupled with a commitment to environmental stewardship. Our installation of the Gree Free Match Extreme in Ahuntsic-Cartierville is just one example of how we merge these values with practical, innovative solutions to meet our clients' needs.
Our team is proud to deliver installations that stand out for their quality, efficiency, and alignment with both client expectations and environmental goals. We invite you to contact us for your next HVAC project to experience the AirGreen difference — where your comfort and satisfaction are our top priorities.
The job tools
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.
How the job unfolds
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 we check on a job like this one
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.
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.
Good habits, once the unit is in place
Six simple habits that keep the unit going. Your list stays on this device.
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.
The right pages, at the right time
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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What people ask us about this kind of work
Does a wall-mounted heat pump heat in winter?
Wall-mounted or multi-zone: how do I choose?
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Are there grants?
Do I need a permit?
How cold can it heat?
How much can I save?
How is the LogisVert assistance calculated?
Is it noisy?
The outdoor unit is covered in ice: is that normal?
Does AirGreen hold the required licences?
Is the estimate free?
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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).