What North Vancouver weather actually demands
North Van's winter design temperature is −8°C — well within range of a cold-climate heat pump. But August smoke season and increasing 32°C summer days mean homes without AC are unsellable to a growing share of buyers.
A heat pump rental gives you both modes for one monthly rate. A pure furnace rental is heat-only — you'd need to add AC separately later.
Cost comparison over 10 years
Furnace-only rental: ~$99/month × 120 = $11,880, plus $4,000–$6,000 if you add AC in year 3.
Heat pump rental with gas backup: ~$159/month × 120 = $19,080, but you save $40–$70/month on FortisBC bills and get AC included. Net cost is similar but the heat-pump household is more resilient.
When a furnace-only rental still makes sense
Older Lonsdale homes with 100A panels, very tight side-yard setbacks, or strata buildings that block exterior condenser placement should start with a high-efficiency furnace rental. You can add a heat pump later under the same agreement.
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