{"product_id":"thermopompe-murale-durastar-sirius-heat-12000-btu-r454b","title":"DURASTAR Sirius Heat Wall-Mounted Heat Pump | 12000 BTU - R454B","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Baseboard-Heated Living Room-Kitchen: the Natural Setting for 12,000 BTU\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn homes and dwellings across Greater Montreal, the room that consumes the most energy in winter is almost always the same: the open-concept area combining the living room, kitchen, and dining room, heated by a series of electric baseboards. The \u003cstrong\u003eDURASTAR Sirius Heat Wall-Mounted Heat Pump | 12,000 BTU - R454B\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed to take over in this type of space, with certified heating capacity that does not collapse when the cold arrives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts certified ratings are \u003cstrong\u003e24.0 SEER2\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e13.2 EER2\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003e10.5 HSPF2\u003c\/strong\u003e. The system is \u003cstrong\u003eENERGY STAR\u003c\/strong\u003e certified with the \u003cstrong\u003ecold-climate designation\u003c\/strong\u003e, operates in heating mode down to \u003cstrong\u003e-30 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e, and appears on Hydro-Québec's list with a \u003cstrong\u003e$1,440 LogisVert grant\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHeating Capacity That Holds Up\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e-8 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cstrong\u003e12,000 BTU\/h\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning the full rated capacity, with a \u003cstrong\u003eCOP of 2.44\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e-15 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cstrong\u003e11,500 BTU\/h\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a \u003cstrong\u003eCOP of 1.80\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e-30 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e: up to \u003cstrong\u003e5,900 BTU\/h\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a COP of 1.25\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAt 8 °C: from 3,800 to 16,000 BTU\/h\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCooling range: from 3,600 to 13,500 BTU\/h\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn other words, between 0 °C and -15 °C, the range in which most of a \u003cstrong\u003eMontreal\u003c\/strong\u003e winter is concentrated, the unit delivers approximately its full rated capacity. These values come from \u003cstrong\u003eAHRI 215359252\u003c\/strong\u003e, a certificate published by NEEP. The manufacturer's commercial sheet states 10,000 BTU\/h at -8 °C; we rely on the certificate, which serves as Hydro-Québec's reference.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eReplacing the Baseboards or Keeping Them as Backup\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe rarely recommend removing the baseboards. The strategy that delivers the best results is to let the heat pump heat the open-concept area for most of the season, lower the baseboard thermostats by a few degrees, and let them take over only in closed bedrooms and during the coldest nights. At -8 °C, the heat pump then provides nearly two and a half times as much heat as a baseboard for the same amount of electricity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo estimate the right size, we start with a simple rule, approximately 18,000 BTU\/h per 1,000 square feet, and then adjust it based on ceiling height, window area, orientation, and the degree of openness between rooms. A 12,000 BTU unit is therefore suitable for most open-concept areas measuring 450 to 650 square feet. Beyond that, or when air must rise to another floor, the 18,000 BTU model becomes more appropriate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe $1,440 LogisVert Grant\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis system is registered with the \u003cstrong\u003eLogisVert\u003c\/strong\u003e program and qualifies for assistance of \u003cstrong\u003e$1,440\u003c\/strong\u003e for owners of existing homes. It is identified by \u003cstrong\u003eENERGY STAR ID 3621148\u003c\/strong\u003e. The amount depends on the list in effect on the installation date, and enhanced assistance applies to certain multi-unit residential buildings. We confirm eligibility before signing, then provide the required documents: detailed invoice, indoor and outdoor model numbers, and proof of payment. For full details, see our page on the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/subvention-thermopompes-efficaces-dhydro-quebec\"\u003eHydro-Québec efficient heat pump grant\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondo, Plex, or Townhouse: Checks Before Installation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 12,000 BTU size is very common in condominiums and plexes. It is also where building-related constraints matter most.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOutdoor Unit Location\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe condenser measures \u003cstrong\u003e31.69 x 12.99 x 21.81 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e, weighs 72.8 pounds, and produces \u003cstrong\u003e56 dB(A)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Before discussing the unit itself, we need to determine where it can go: balcony, backyard, side wall, or flat roof. Several condominium associations strictly regulate visible equipment, and some \u003cstrong\u003eMontreal\u003c\/strong\u003e boroughs restrict façade installations. We review these rules with you and prepare the technical information the association usually requests: dimensions, sound level, and mounting method.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLine Length\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe refrigerant lines are \u003cstrong\u003e1\/4 and 3\/8 inch\u003c\/strong\u003e, precharged for 25 feet and approved for up to \u003cstrong\u003e82 feet\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a maximum elevation difference of 49 feet. This allowance makes it possible to place the outdoor unit on the rear balcony even if the living room faces the street. Beyond the precharge, 0.16 ounces of refrigerant is added per foot. Our installations remain fully exposed, with no opening in the interior wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eElectrical Panel\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePower supply: \u003cstrong\u003e208-230 V\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eMCA of 15 A\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e15 A circuit breaker\u003c\/strong\u003e. In older buildings where the electrical service is already heavily loaded, this moderate requirement often makes the difference between a simple project and a costly upgrade.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eComfort in the Open-Concept Area\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe indoor unit measures \u003cstrong\u003e31.57 x 7.87 x 11.61 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e and weighs 19.0 pounds. It operates between \u003cstrong\u003e20 and 40 dB(A)\u003c\/strong\u003e and moves up to \u003cstrong\u003e383 CFM\u003c\/strong\u003e in Turbo mode, enough to project air from one end of a typical open-concept area to the other. The vertical louver oscillates automatically, while the lateral direction is adjusted manually during commissioning according to the room's layout. Available functions include \u003cstrong\u003eFollow Me\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eActive Clean\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eSleep\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eTurbo\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eSilence\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eECO\/GEAR\u003c\/strong\u003e, which reduces cooling consumption in stages. Wi-Fi is not built in; a DuraStar adapter module is available separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eR-454B Refrigerant\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eR-454B\u003c\/strong\u003e is part of the new generation of A2L refrigerants, whose global warming potential is significantly lower than that of R-410A. These systems include a factory-installed leak detector, and their handling follows the safety rules specific to mildly flammable refrigerants.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLiving Comfortably with the Unit\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite vapour outside in winter indicates a normal defrost cycle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA three-minute restart delay protects the compressor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndoor filters cleaned every two weeks during the season preserve airflow and efficiency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnnual \u003cstrong\u003eHVAC maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e keeps the coils clean and the condensate drainage clear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy AirGreen\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAirGreen is a family-owned \u003cstrong\u003eMontreal\u003c\/strong\u003e company that installs and services heat pumps in \u003cstrong\u003eLaval\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eLongueuil\u003c\/strong\u003e, the \u003cstrong\u003eNorth Shore\u003c\/strong\u003e, the \u003cstrong\u003eSouth Shore\u003c\/strong\u003e, and Montérégie. We hold the RBQ licences required for the LogisVert program in ventilation, refrigeration, and electrical work, and we assist every customer with their grant application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRequest your free estimate for the DURASTAR Sirius Heat Wall-Mounted Heat Pump | 12,000 BTU - R454B. 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