Commercial HVAC preventive maintenance in Greater Montréal: fewer breakdowns, a lighter bill, a compliant building.
Rooftop units, heat pumps, VRF, air exchangers, commercial refrigeration: we maintain your equipment on a fixed schedule, with a report and the legally required logbook after every visit. Everywhere in Montréal, Laval, Longueuil, on the South Shore and the North Shore.
Commercial preventive maintenance and upkeep services throughout Greater Montréal, Laval, Longueuil, the South Shore and the North Shore
Preventive maintenance is planned, regular care that keeps your HVAC systems performing at their best and prevents breakdowns. When it’s neglected, a system breaks down more often and uses more energy: two costs that hit your company’s bottom line directly. AirGreen combines the experience of its refrigeration technicians with a customer-focused approach to keep your equipment reliable all year long.
A longer service life
Wear parts replaced on time protect the compressor and motors, the most expensive components.
Better energy efficiency
Clean filters and coils: the unit reaches its set point without straining.
Lower utility costs
Less electricity used for the same comfort, month after month.
Fewer costly breakdowns
Wear shows up during inspection, well before a shutdown in the middle of a heat wave or a deep freeze.
Healthy, comfortable indoor air
Ventilation adjusted, filters maintained, condensate pans clean: less dust and fewer odours.
More productivity, less downtime
Employees and customers stay comfortable; the walk-in cooler holds its temperature.
How much efficiency-focused maintenance can cut from your bill
Targeted annual savings by building type
Dark portion: 5% of the bill · full bar: 20%. Sample bills; replace them with yours using the slider.
Source: U.S. Department of Energy, FEMP, O&M Best Practices Guide, Release 3.0, 2010, section 2.4. Actual results depend on the equipment’s starting condition.
Five services, one visit done right: from the filter to the report.
HVAC systems play a central role in a business. Every maintenance visit goes through these five steps; tap one to see what we actually do.
Routine inspections
Regular inspections, on a fixed schedule, to spot wear and fix it before it turns into a breakdown.
In practice
- Visual inspection of every unit, from the roof to the mechanical room
- Refrigerant pressures and temperatures measured
- Contactors, capacitors and electrical connections checked
- Controller error code history (VRF)
The list of points to watch, unit by unit.
Checkpoints per unit, at every visit
Tap a barA clogged filter cuts airflow and strains the fan.
A slipping belt wears the pulley and cuts airflow.
A dirty coil drives up the pressure and the bill.
Water that overflows ends up in the ceiling.
A stuck damper lets in too much or too little outdoor air.
That’s where a leak or a low charge shows up.
A common cause of shutdowns in the middle of a heat wave.
Prevents heating and A/C from running at the same time.
Rooftop units with gas heating: the gas section is handled by a licensed partner.
Every commercial building has its own needs. Explore yours, unit by unit.
We work with you to understand your needs, constraints and expectations, then adjust the maintenance strategy. Choose an example or your sector: the typical equipment lights up on the cross-section, and the planner below fills itself in.
Rooftop units
It cools and ventilates an entire space from the roof, exposed to sun, wind and snow all year round.
What we check
- Filters replaced · A clogged filter cuts airflow and strains the fan.
- Belts inspected and tensioned · A slipping belt wears the pulley and cuts airflow.
- Condenser coils cleaned · A dirty coil drives up the pressure and the bill.
- Drain and condensate pan cleared · Water that overflows ends up in the ceiling.
- Economizer and fresh-air dampers checked · A stuck damper lets in too much or too little outdoor air.
- Refrigerant pressures and temperatures measured · That’s where a leak or a low charge shows up.
Air conditioning and refrigeration of 20 kW and over, and chillers.
Three steps, one complete maintenance plan. Everything is calculated live.
Your sector pre-fills the most common equipment. Adjust the quantities: the number of visits, the seasons and the obligations update automatically.
1. Your sector
2. Your equipment
4 unitsAn estimate is enough: we take an exact inventory during the visit.
3. Four quick questions
One per season: rooftop units and commercial refrigeration need clean filters and coils all year round.
Tasks by season
What the law requires here
ROHS, s. 104
Regulation respecting halocarbons, s. 22
Regulation respecting halocarbons, ss. 59 and 60
Frequencies: our starting recommendation, confirmed during the visit. No prices are shown: every building is estimated on site, free of charge.
Twelve months, with your visits placed at the right times.
The schedule follows your plan. Tap a month to see what we do then, for your own equipment.
visit scheduled · current month
For your equipment this month
Based on the units in your plan.
- Rooftop units · Refrigerant pressures and temperatures measured
- Rooftop units · Belts inspected and tensioned
- Wall-mounted and multi-zone heat pumps · Electrical connections checked
- Wall-mounted and multi-zone heat pumps · Indoor coils and blower wheel cleaned
- Commercial refrigeration · Leak test (20 kW and over) and logbook
- Commercial refrigeration · Evaporator and defrost cycles
Each visit comes just before the season hits.
Your plan: four visits, one per season.
Spring · March to May
Air conditioning start-up
- Cleaning of outdoor unit and condenser coils
- Refrigerant pressures and temperatures measured
- Drains and condensate pans cleared before the humid season
- Filters replaced, airflow checked
Visit scheduled in April
Summer · June to August
Peak heat
- Filters replaced (units running full out)
- Condensate, pumps and overflow alarms
- Walk-in cooler temperatures and defrost
- Belts, bearings and fans
Visit scheduled in July
Fall · September to November
Heating start-up
- Heat pumps tested in heating and defrost mode
- Air exchangers: core, filters, dampers and airflow
- Annual leak test on units of 20 kW and over
- Electrical inspection: contactors, capacitors, tightening
Visit scheduled in October
Winter · December to February
The dead of winter
- Outdoor units and fresh-air intakes cleared of snow and ice
- Filters replaced, exhaust vents checked
- Abnormal frost and defrost cycles monitored
- Thermostats and occupancy schedules adjusted
Visit scheduled in January
The frequency follows your equipment, not a one-size-fits-all formula.
Our starting recommendation. We confirm it during the visit, based on each unit’s age, use and access.
| Two visits per year | Four visits per year | |
|---|---|---|
| Visits per year | 2: spring and fall | 4: one per season |
| For which equipment | Wall-mounted and multi-zone heat pumps, VRF, air exchangers, PTAC | Rooftop units, air handling units, commercial refrigeration |
| Filters | Replaced at every visit | Replaced every season |
| Coils, drains, electrical | Inspected at every visit | Inspected at every visit |
| Leak test (20 kW and up) | At the fall visit | At the fall visit |
| Ventilation adjustment (ROHS) | At least once a year | At least once a year |
| Report and logbook | After every visit, copy provided | After every visit, copy provided |
Gas heating, boilers and burners: this part is handled by a licensed partner, with coordinated visits.
Nine honest questions. Your compliance and maintenance score, live.
An example is pre-filled. Tap “Start over” and answer for the building you manage: “I don’t know” counts as an item to check, not a failure.
Some items to address quickly.
9 answers of 9
Your actions, in order of priority
Halocarbons Reg., s. 22 · 15 months max · to be checked
Halocarbons Reg., ss. 59 and 60
Compressor efficiency and lifespan
Snow, ice and leaves
Visits scheduled before each season
R-22, R-410A, R-32 or R-454B · to be checked
Your system talks to you before it quits. Check off what you notice.
We tell you what it often means, what we do, and how urgent it is. Nothing replaces an on-site inspection.
The alarm goes off or the temperature rises in the walk-in cooler
Call nowWhat it often means
- Dirty condenser or fan stopped
- Evaporator iced up
- Door gasket no longer seals
What we do
Priority service: we restore cooling, then fix the cause so it doesn’t come back.
Ice or frost on the piping
Schedule it soonWhat it often means
- Reduced airflow, often a clogged filter
- Low refrigerant charge, possibly a leak
- Faulty defrost cycle
What we do
We restore airflow, measure the charge and look for the leak with an electronic leak detector.
Leak confirmed: it must be sealed without delay, and a leaking unit can’t simply be recharged (Halocarbons Reg., ss. 8 and 11).
A new noise
Schedule itWhat it often means
- Worn or poorly tensioned belt
- Fan bearing wearing out
- Loose part or panel
What we do
We replace the wear part before it damages the motor or pulley.
Commercial HVAC maintenance in Québec: the obligations under the ROHS and the Regulation respecting halocarbons, in one table.
| Requirement | Who it applies to | Frequency or deadline | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inspection and adjustment of mechanical ventilation | Every workplace | At least once a year | ROHS, s. 104 |
| Ventilation filters | Every workplace | Maintained or replaced as needed | ROHS, s. 104 |
| Leak test with an electronic leak detector (5 g/yr) | Air conditioning and refrigeration of 20 kW and up, chillers | At least once a year, no more than 15 months between two tests | Halocarbons Reg., s. 22 |
| New test after a leak repair | The same equipment | Between the 30th and 60th day after being put back into service | Halocarbons Reg., s. 22 |
| Leak detected | Any equipment; recovery and assessment from 20 kW | Sealed without delay; from 20 kW, recovery and assessment within 48 hours | Halocarbons Reg., s. 11 |
| Recharging a leaking unit | Refrigeration and air conditioning | Prohibited (except under the exception in s. 12) | Halocarbons Reg., s. 8 |
| Refrigerant handling | Any work | Holder of the environmental qualification certificate | Halocarbons Reg., ss. 43 and 44 |
| Service logbook | Non-domestic units | Every service call; copy to the owner; kept 5 years | Halocarbons Reg., ss. 59 and 60 |
Is your unit subject to the annual test?
Slide to the capacity shown on the nameplate. The yellow dot follows the curve.
Seven common myths about maintenance and the law. Test yourself.
Each answer cites the section of the regulation.
1 correct out of 1A 25 kW commercial air conditioner must undergo a leak test every year.
A leaking unit can be recharged as long as it still cools.
Mechanical ventilation in a workplace must be inspected and adjusted at least once a year.
The refrigerant service logbook can be thrown out after one year.
An R-22 system must be replaced immediately.
Any maintenance employee can add refrigerant.
After a leak is repaired, the unit must be tested again in the weeks that follow.
Enter a date. We’ll calculate the next one, starting from today.
Today: October 14, 2026. Dates recalculate every day; add them to your calendar.
Where you stand since your last leak test
Up to dateUnits of 20 kW and over
At least once a year, never more than 15 months between two tests.
The mandatory follow-up test
The follow-up test is done between the 30th and 60th day after the return to service.
Annual inspection and adjustment
Every mechanical ventilation system in a workplace, at least once a year.
After every visit, a clear report. And the logbook the law requires.
Sample · fictitious dataTechnician holding the environmental qualification certificate · No. [CERTIFICATE]
What the logbook must contain (s. 59)
- The date and nature of the work
- The location and serial number of the unit
- The type of refrigerant and the quantity, in kilograms
- The leak test results
- The technician, their certificate number and their employer
On inspection day, your logbook is your best evidence. Check off what it contains.
Your logbook contains
4 items are missing. We complete the logbook at every visit.
Regulation respecting halocarbons, ss. 59 and 60. Required for any work on the refrigerant of a non-domestic unit.
The refrigerant in your units changes your plan. Choose yours.
Repairing after the breakdown or preventing it beforehand: what changes for your business.
| Without a plan: we fix it when it breaks | With an AirGreen plan | |
|---|---|---|
| When we step in | After the breakdown, often in the middle of a heat wave or a cold snap. | On a fixed schedule, before each season. |
| The budget | Unexpected: parts, labour and sometimes closing your doors. | Planned and spread over the year. |
| Compliance | Tests and logbook done in a rush, whenever someone remembers. | Leak test and ventilation adjustment scheduled, logbook up to date. |
| Energy | Dirty filters and coils: the unit strains. | Efficiency-focused programs: 5 to 20% savings on the bill (FEMP, 2010). |
| Customers and employees | Discomfort, complaints, merchandise at risk. | Steady comfort, walk-in cooler monitored. |
| Service life | Faster wear on compressors and motors. | Wear parts replaced before they damage everything else. |
Your choice of HVAC contractor shows in comfort, efficiency and operating costs.
Expertise and experience
Experienced refrigeration technicians who know rooftop units, VRF, commercial refrigeration and ventilation. They know where to look, and what to measure.
Customer satisfaction
From the first call to the end of the visit: a free on-site estimate, a written quote within 24 hours, a final offer before the work and a clear report after every visit.
Eco-friendly solutions
A well-tuned system uses less energy and shrinks your environmental footprint. Refrigerant leaks are tracked down with an electronic leak detector and every service call is recorded in the logbook.
The questions we get before signing a maintenance contract.
14 questions
What is commercial HVAC preventive maintenance?
It’s planned, regular care to keep your heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems at peak performance and prevent breakdowns. Each visit includes routine inspections, cleaning and adjustment of components, performance testing, system optimization and a detailed report.
Do you adapt maintenance to my type of building?
Yes. A retail complex in Montréal, offices in Laval, an industrial warehouse in Longueuil or a boutique hotel on the North Shore or South Shore don’t have the same equipment or the same constraints. We take inventory during the visit and adjust the frequency and tasks to your needs.
How often should a commercial HVAC system be serviced?
Our starting recommendation is two visits a year, in spring and fall, for heat pumps, VRF systems and air exchangers. Rooftop units, air handling units and commercial refrigeration need four visits, one per season, mainly for filters and coils. The final frequency is set during the visit, based on the condition and use of the equipment.
Is preventive maintenance mandatory in Québec?
Partly. The Regulation respecting occupational health and safety (s. 104) requires every mechanical ventilation system in a workplace to be inspected and adjusted at least once a year. The Regulation respecting halocarbons (s. 22) requires a leak test at least once a year, with no more than 15 months between tests, for air conditioning and refrigeration units of 20 kW and over and for chillers.
Is my unit 20 kW or more?
20 kW is about 68,000 BTU/h, or roughly 5.7 tons of capacity. It’s shown on the unit’s nameplate. On the first visit, we record each unit’s capacity in the logbook so you know which ones are subject to the annual test.
Who’s allowed to do the leak test and handle refrigerant?
Only people who hold the environmental qualification certificate provided for in the Regulation respecting halocarbons (ss. 43 and 44). The test is done with an electronic leak detector capable of detecting a leak of at least 5 g per year.
What’s in the logbook and the visit report?
The logbook required by s. 59 records the date and nature of the work, the unit’s location and serial number, the refrigerant type and quantity in kilograms, the leak test results and the technician along with their certificate number. A copy is given to the owner and the logbook is kept for 5 years. Our report adds what we inspected, what we found and what we did.
What should you do if you suspect a refrigerant leak?
Call us. The regulation requires the leak to be sealed without delay and, for a unit of 20 kW and over, the refrigerant in the leaking section to be recovered and the amount released to be assessed within 48 hours. Simply recharging a leaking unit is prohibited. After the repair, a new test is done between the 30th and 60th day after the unit is put back into service.
My system runs on R-22. Do I have to replace it?
Not necessarily. R-22 systems already installed can legally keep running. Importing R-22 as a refrigerant is banned in Canada: servicing is done with recovered and reclaimed R-22 or stock imported before 2020, which makes every recharge harder to get. We help you plan the replacement at the right time rather than in an emergency.
Does maintenance really lower the energy bill?
The U.S. Department of Energy’s O&M guide (FEMP, 2010) estimates that efficiency-focused operations and maintenance programs can save 5 to 20% on the energy bill, with no major investment. The actual result depends on the condition of your equipment to begin with.
Do you service rooftop units with gas heating?
Yes for the unit’s air conditioning, ventilation, refrigerant and electrical, covered by our RBQ licences 15.8, 15.10 and 16. The gas heating section, boilers and burners fall under other licences: that part is handled by a licensed partner.
How much does a commercial preventive maintenance contract cost?
The price depends on the number and type of units, how they’re accessed (roof, mechanical room) and the number of visits. We do the on-site estimate for free and you get a written quote within 24 hours, with a final offer before the work begins.
Where do you offer service?
Throughout Greater Montréal: Montréal, Laval, Longueuil, the South Shore and the North Shore. Our office is in Montréal and our showroom is in Boucherville.
What’s the difference between preventive maintenance and a service call?
A service call repairs a unit that’s already broken down. Preventive maintenance follows a fixed schedule to prevent breakdowns: filters, coils, drains, electrical, refrigerant and legally required tests, with a report after every visit.
With AirGreen, you gain a partner committed to keeping your commercial HVAC system efficient, for the long haul.
We serve businesses in Montréal, Laval, Longueuil, the North Shore and the South Shore with complete, professional and reliable preventive maintenance, so your business stays comfortable and efficient all year long. Free on-site estimate, written quote within 24 hours.
All our services in commercial HVAC: air conditioning, heating, ventilation, refrigeration and air quality.
Monday to Thursday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. · Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. · sales@airgreen.ca
Montréal: 4951 Sainte-Catherine Street East · South Shore showroom: 1370 Joliot-Curie Street, Unit 712, Boucherville
Gas heating, boilers and burners: this work falls under other RBQ licences. When your building has them, this part of the maintenance is handed to a licensed partner.
Sources verified on October 14, 2026.
- Regulation respecting occupational health and safety (CQLR, c. S-2.1, r. 13), ss. 5 and 104 — LégisQuébec.
- Regulation respecting halocarbons (CQLR, c. Q-2, r. 29), ss. 8, 11, 18, 22, 43, 44, 59 and 60 — LégisQuébec, up to date as of June 1, 2026.
- HRAI, fact sheet on the Ozone-depleting Substances and Halocarbon Alternatives Regulations (SOR/2016-137), May 2026 — R-22.
- U.S. Department of Energy, FEMP, O&M Best Practices Guide, Release 3.0, August 2010, section 2.4 — 5 to 20% savings on the energy bill.
- ANSI/ASHRAE/ACCA 180-2018, Standard Practice for Inspection and Maintenance of Commercial Building HVAC Systems — inspiration for the task lists.
Visit frequencies are our starting recommendation; they’re confirmed during the visit based on the condition and use of the units. Energy savings shown are indicative. This page summarizes regulations; it does not replace their official text.
Your free on-site estimate
Only your name and email are required. We visit the building, take stock of the equipment, and you get a written quote within 24 hours.
Commercial HVAC preventive maintenance in Greater Montréal: fewer breakdowns, a lighter bill, a compliant building.
Rooftop units, heat pumps, VRF, air exchangers, commercial refrigeration: we maintain your equipment on a fixed schedule, with a report and the legally required logbook after every visit. Everywhere in Montréal, Laval, Longueuil, on the South Shore and the North Shore.
Commercial preventive maintenance and upkeep services throughout Greater Montréal, Laval, Longueuil, the South Shore and the North Shore
Preventive maintenance is planned, regular care that keeps your HVAC systems performing at their best and prevents breakdowns. When it’s neglected, a system breaks down more often and uses more energy: two costs that hit your company’s bottom line directly. AirGreen combines the experience of its refrigeration technicians with a customer-focused approach to keep your equipment reliable all year long.
A longer service life
Wear parts replaced on time protect the compressor and motors, the most expensive components.
Better energy efficiency
Clean filters and coils: the unit reaches its set point without straining.
Lower utility costs
Less electricity used for the same comfort, month after month.
Fewer costly breakdowns
Wear shows up during inspection, well before a shutdown in the middle of a heat wave or a deep freeze.
Healthy, comfortable indoor air
Ventilation adjusted, filters maintained, condensate pans clean: less dust and fewer odours.
More productivity, less downtime
Employees and customers stay comfortable; the walk-in cooler holds its temperature.
How much efficiency-focused maintenance can cut from your bill
Targeted annual savings by building type
Dark portion: 5% of the bill · full bar: 20%. Sample bills; replace them with yours using the slider.
Source: U.S. Department of Energy, FEMP, O&M Best Practices Guide, Release 3.0, 2010, section 2.4. Actual results depend on the equipment’s starting condition.
Five services, one visit done right: from the filter to the report.
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Rooftop units with gas heating: the gas section is handled by a licensed partner.
Every commercial building has its own needs. Explore yours, unit by unit.
We work with you to understand your needs, constraints and expectations, then adjust the maintenance strategy. Choose an example or your sector: the typical equipment lights up on the cross-section, and the planner below fills itself in.
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The frequency follows your equipment, not a one-size-fits-all formula.
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|---|---|---|
| Visits per year | 2: spring and fall | 4: one per season |
| For which equipment | Wall-mounted and multi-zone heat pumps, VRF, air exchangers, PTAC | Rooftop units, air handling units, commercial refrigeration |
| Filters | Replaced at every visit | Replaced every season |
| Coils, drains, electrical | Inspected at every visit | Inspected at every visit |
| Leak test (20 kW and up) | At the fall visit | At the fall visit |
| Ventilation adjustment (ROHS) | At least once a year | At least once a year |
| Report and logbook | After every visit, copy provided | After every visit, copy provided |
Gas heating, boilers and burners: this part is handled by a licensed partner, with coordinated visits.
Nine honest questions. Your compliance and maintenance score, live.
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Commercial HVAC maintenance in Québec: the obligations under the ROHS and the Regulation respecting halocarbons, in one table.
| Requirement | Who it applies to | Frequency or deadline | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inspection and adjustment of mechanical ventilation | Every workplace | At least once a year | ROHS, s. 104 |
| Ventilation filters | Every workplace | Maintained or replaced as needed | ROHS, s. 104 |
| Leak test with an electronic leak detector (5 g/yr) | Air conditioning and refrigeration of 20 kW and up, chillers | At least once a year, no more than 15 months between two tests | Halocarbons Reg., s. 22 |
| New test after a leak repair | The same equipment | Between the 30th and 60th day after being put back into service | Halocarbons Reg., s. 22 |
| Leak detected | Any equipment; recovery and assessment from 20 kW | Sealed without delay; from 20 kW, recovery and assessment within 48 hours | Halocarbons Reg., s. 11 |
| Recharging a leaking unit | Refrigeration and air conditioning | Prohibited (except under the exception in s. 12) | Halocarbons Reg., s. 8 |
| Refrigerant handling | Any work | Holder of the environmental qualification certificate | Halocarbons Reg., ss. 43 and 44 |
| Service logbook | Non-domestic units | Every service call; copy to the owner; kept 5 years | Halocarbons Reg., ss. 59 and 60 |
Is your unit subject to the annual test?
Slide to the capacity shown on the nameplate. The yellow dot follows the curve.
Seven common myths about maintenance and the law. Test yourself.
Each answer cites the section of the regulation.
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Enter a date. We’ll calculate the next one, starting from today.
Today: {{todayT}}. Dates recalculate every day; add them to your calendar.
Where you stand since your last leak test
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At least once a year, never more than 15 months between two tests.
The mandatory follow-up test
The follow-up test is done between the 30th and 60th day after the return to service.
Annual inspection and adjustment
Every mechanical ventilation system in a workplace, at least once a year.
After every visit, a clear report. And the logbook the law requires.
Sample · fictitious dataTechnician holding the environmental qualification certificate · No. [CERTIFICATE]
What the logbook must contain (s. 59)
- The date and nature of the work
- The location and serial number of the unit
- The type of refrigerant and the quantity, in kilograms
- The leak test results
- The technician, their certificate number and their employer
On inspection day, your logbook is your best evidence. Check off what it contains.
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Regulation respecting halocarbons, ss. 59 and 60. Required for any work on the refrigerant of a non-domestic unit.
The refrigerant in your units changes your plan. Choose yours.
Repairing after the breakdown or preventing it beforehand: what changes for your business.
| Without a plan: we fix it when it breaks | With an AirGreen plan | |
|---|---|---|
| When we step in | After the breakdown, often in the middle of a heat wave or a cold snap. | On a fixed schedule, before each season. |
| The budget | Unexpected: parts, labour and sometimes closing your doors. | Planned and spread over the year. |
| Compliance | Tests and logbook done in a rush, whenever someone remembers. | Leak test and ventilation adjustment scheduled, logbook up to date. |
| Energy | Dirty filters and coils: the unit strains. | Efficiency-focused programs: 5 to 20% savings on the bill (FEMP, 2010). |
| Customers and employees | Discomfort, complaints, merchandise at risk. | Steady comfort, walk-in cooler monitored. |
| Service life | Faster wear on compressors and motors. | Wear parts replaced before they damage everything else. |
Your choice of HVAC contractor shows in comfort, efficiency and operating costs.
Expertise and experience
Experienced refrigeration technicians who know rooftop units, VRF, commercial refrigeration and ventilation. They know where to look, and what to measure.
Customer satisfaction
From the first call to the end of the visit: a free on-site estimate, a written quote within 24 hours, a final offer before the work and a clear report after every visit.
Eco-friendly solutions
A well-tuned system uses less energy and shrinks your environmental footprint. Refrigerant leaks are tracked down with an electronic leak detector and every service call is recorded in the logbook.
The questions we get before signing a maintenance contract.
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With AirGreen, you gain a partner committed to keeping your commercial HVAC system efficient, for the long haul.
We serve businesses in Montréal, Laval, Longueuil, the North Shore and the South Shore with complete, professional and reliable preventive maintenance, so your business stays comfortable and efficient all year long. Free on-site estimate, written quote within 24 hours.
All our services in commercial HVAC: air conditioning, heating, ventilation, refrigeration and air quality.
Monday to Thursday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. · Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. · sales@airgreen.ca
Montréal: 4951 Sainte-Catherine Street East · South Shore showroom: 1370 Joliot-Curie Street, Unit 712, Boucherville
Gas heating, boilers and burners: this work falls under other RBQ licences. When your building has them, this part of the maintenance is handed to a licensed partner.
Sources verified on October 14, 2026.
- Regulation respecting occupational health and safety (CQLR, c. S-2.1, r. 13), ss. 5 and 104 — LégisQuébec.
- Regulation respecting halocarbons (CQLR, c. Q-2, r. 29), ss. 8, 11, 18, 22, 43, 44, 59 and 60 — LégisQuébec, up to date as of June 1, 2026.
- HRAI, fact sheet on the Ozone-depleting Substances and Halocarbon Alternatives Regulations (SOR/2016-137), May 2026 — R-22.
- U.S. Department of Energy, FEMP, O&M Best Practices Guide, Release 3.0, August 2010, section 2.4 — 5 to 20% savings on the energy bill.
- ANSI/ASHRAE/ACCA 180-2018, Standard Practice for Inspection and Maintenance of Commercial Building HVAC Systems — inspiration for the task lists.
Visit frequencies are our starting recommendation; they’re confirmed during the visit based on the condition and use of the units. Energy savings shown are indicative. This page summarizes regulations; it does not replace their official text.