Installation of a Gree FreeMatch Extreme Double Zone Heat Pump in Laval
Elevate your comfort with our latest HVAC installation in Laval – a sleek, powerful Gree FreeMatch Extreme that blends perfectly with your home décor.
In summer, the outdoor unit rejects the house's heat outside.
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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.
Exceptional Installation Craftsmanship: A Closer Look at Our Latest HVAC Project
The Challenge: Balcony Elegance Meets Functional Excellence
Installing a double zone heat pump, such as the Gree FreeMatch Extreme, always presents unique challenges. Our recent project in Laval exemplifies our commitment to combining aesthetics with functionality. Unlike standard installations where the compressor is placed on the ground, this job required a creative approach to maximize balcony space without sacrificing performance.
The client emphasized the importance of an unobtrusive setup, prompting us to install the 18,000 BTU compressor directly above the doorway, elegantly mounted on the wall. This not only preserved the balcony's living space but also enhanced the property's exterior aesthetics. Such installations are intricate, as they must balance technical efficiency with the client's personal preferences.
The Solution: Seamless Integration with Cutting-Edge Technology
Our skilled technicians faced the task of integrating two indoor units, each rated at 9,000 BTU, with the need for one to be centrally located within the home and the other adjacent to the compressor. This setup ensures optimal airflow and temperature control across different zones of the house.
To further meet our client’s needs, we concealed all pipes and electrical wiring within the walls. This attention to detail meant the homeowner was spared from any additional renovations, such as painting or drywall repairs—streamlining the installation process and maintaining the home's existing decor.
The Gree FreeMatch Extreme: A Synopsis of Superiority
The Gree FreeMatch Extreme stands out in the realm of double zone heat pumps, boasting an Energy Star® rating and impressive features:
- WiFi Capability: Allows for effortless remote management of settings and adjustments.
- High Efficiency: With a 23.0 SEER rating, it promises significant energy savings.
- Extensive Warranty: A decade-long guarantee covers parts, compressor, and labor, offering peace of mind.
- Robust Build: Features such as low voltage start, anti-corrosion coating, and a reinforced steel box ensure durability and longevity.
- Advanced Heating Capability: Efficiently heats up to temperatures as low as -35°C, making it ideal for harsh winters.
- Silent Operation: Maintains a low sound pressure level at 58.0 dB(A), ensuring a quiet environment.
Client Satisfaction: Beyond Installation
Our client was thrilled not only with the discreet and efficient installation but also with the financial savings from the $2,040 provincial grant provided through the LogisVert Program by Hydro-Québec. This rebate, coupled with the unit’s high efficiency and reduced energy costs, made the Gree FreeMatch Extreme an even more attractive choice.
Why Choose AirGreen for Your HVAC Needs?
AirGreen stands out in the HVAC service industry in Montréal, Laval, Longueuil, and the surrounding areas for several reasons:
- Customized Solutions: We understand that each home and client has unique needs. Our installations are tailored to maximize both comfort and aesthetics.
- Technical Expertise: Our team is equipped with the knowledge and tools to handle any HVAC challenge, ensuring high-quality installations that last.
- Client-Centric Approach: We prioritize your satisfaction, ensuring that all aspects of the installation meet your expectations from start to finish.
How it goes, from the first call to the end
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.
And 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.
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.
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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).