Installation of a Gree Free Match Extreme Multi Zone Heat Pump in Côte Saint-Luc, Montreal
A residence with a distinct layout, a homeowner with a vision, and AirGreen's expertise. Dive into a tale of three zones and perfect installation in Côte Saint-Luc.
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.
The Art of Perfect Installation: A Tale of Three Zones
The Setting: Côte Saint-Luc, Montreal
Nestled in the heart of Côte Saint-Luc, Montreal, a unique challenge awaited the AirGreen team. A residence with a distinct layout, three separate floors, and a homeowner with a vision. The mission? To seamlessly integrate a Gree Free Match Extreme Multi Zone Heat Pump into the fabric of the home.
The Machine: Gree Free Match Extreme
Before diving into the intricacies of the installation, let's shed some light on the star of the show: the Gree Free Match Extreme. This Triple Zone Heat Pump is not just any machine. It boasts:
- Heating Capacity: Even at a chilling -35°C, this machine doesn't break a sweat.
- Efficiency: A remarkable 23.0 SEER.
- Connectivity: WiFi included, ensuring you're always in control.
- Warranty: A comprehensive 10-10-10 warranty, with an extended warranty included.
- Sound: A subtle 62.0 dB(A) sound pressure level for the exterior unit.
- Eco-friendly: Uses R-410A gas, ensuring a reduced carbon footprint.
The Challenge: Three Zones, One Vision
Our client envisioned three separate 12,000 BTU heads, one for each floor. While the basement and first floor presented a straightforward task, the second floor was a puzzle. The homeowner's dream was to have the head unit in the living room, ensuring even cooling and heating across the entire floor. But the layout of the second floor was the polar opposite of the other two.
The Solution: Craftsmanship and Collaboration
Our team, known for its dedication and expertise, took on the challenge head-on. We navigated through two separate rooms on the second floor, ensuring the head unit found its perfect spot in the living room. But our commitment didn't stop there. We collaborated with a professional plasterer who worked magic post-installation. With gyprock and fresh color-matched paint, the final result was nothing short of a masterpiece. It was as if the machines had always been there, waiting to breathe life into the home.
The Bonus: A Generous Federal Grant
Our client was not only thrilled with the installation but also with the financial benefits. The Gree Free Match Extreme model qualifies for a $5000 Federal Grant, making it a win-win situation. The cherry on top? The machine's ability to heat even at -35°C, ensuring comfort even in the harshest Montreal winters.
The Aftermath: Happy Neighbors and New Contracts
Our client's satisfaction echoed through Côte Saint-Luc. So much so, that a neighbor was quick to sign a contract with us, entrusting AirGreen with their central heat pump system installation.
Why Choose AirGreen?
Our recent installation in Côte Saint-Luc is a testament to our commitment, expertise, and the lengths we go to ensure customer satisfaction. From understanding unique requirements to collaborating with skilled professionals, we ensure every installation is a story worth telling.
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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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).