Installation of a Gree FreeMatch Extreme DoubleZone Heat Pump in Saint-Léonard, Montreal
Dive into a captivating installation tale with AirGreen in Saint-Léonard, where precision meets efficiency! Discover the whisper-quiet, powerful Gree FreeMatch Extreme, seamlessly integrated into a home where comfort and aesthetics dance in perfect harmony.
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.
A Symphony of Efficiency and Precision: A Tale of HVAC Mastery
A Unique Installation in Saint-Léonard
Nestled in the vibrant heart of Saint-Léonard, Montreal, our latest installation project tells a tale of precision, dedication, and technological prowess. The stage was set with a unique request from our esteemed customer who envisioned not just a cooling system but a harmonious integration of efficiency and aesthetics within his living space.
The Gree FreeMatch Extreme: A Closer Look
- Cooling Capacity: A robust 24,000 BTU, ensuring a chill, comfortable atmosphere even during the scorching Montreal summers.
- Heating Capacity: Unfazed by the biting cold at -35°C, providing a warm embrace in the frosty winters.
- Energy Efficiency: With a 23.0 SEER rating and Energy Star® certification, it’s a paragon of energy conservation.
- Connectivity: WiFi-enabled for seamless control and monitoring.
- Warranty: A reassuring 10-10-10 warranty on Compressor, Parts, and Labor with an extended warranty included.
- Quiet Operation: With a sound pressure level of 60.0 dB(A) at the exterior, it whispers rather than roars.
Crafting Perfection: The Installation Process
Our journey began with the customer’s desire for a dual-headed machine, each head stationed at opposite ends of the residence. The challenge? Crafting a solution that was not only economical but also respectful of the customer’s space and aesthetic preferences.
Strategic Compressor Placement
The most logical step was to place the compressor at the back of the house. However, our customer wished to preserve the sanctity and functionality of his back porch. Rising to the occasion, we decided on an elevated installation of the compressor, ensuring the porch remained a haven of relaxation and leisure.
Silent Yet Powerful
The customer’s concern about potential noise pollution was swiftly alleviated with the introduction of the Gree FreeMatch Extreme. This model is not just a powerhouse of cooling and heating but also a guardian of tranquility with its whisper-quiet operation.
Navigating Through Challenges
The installation of the first head was straightforward, but the second required a ballet of precision and expertise as it navigated through two rooms. Where possible, pipes were discreetly placed within walls, invisible to the untrained eye. For areas where concealment was challenging, we enlisted the skills of a professional plasterer. This artisan worked magic with gyprock and paint, leaving behind no trace of the installation process, just a seamlessly integrated system.
The Result: A Tapestry of Excellence and Satisfaction
As the curtains fell, what remained was a masterpiece of installation artistry. The Gree FreeMatch Extreme DoubleZone Heat Pump stood proudly, a silent sentinel of comfort and efficiency, its presence felt but not heard. Our customer’s reaction was one of pure joy, a symphony of relief and satisfaction playing across his face as he beheld the fruit of collaboration and expertise.
Choose AirGreen: Where Dreams Meet Reality
At AirGreen, we don’t just install HVAC systems; we craft experiences. Each project is a canvas, and our technicians are the artists, painting with tools and technology to bring comfort and efficiency to life. With services extending across Montreal, Laval, Longueuil, North Shore, and South Shore, we are your partners in creating a home that breathes with you.
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).