HVAC in Squamish: The Questions Homeowners Ask Before They Upgrade, and the Plain Answers

HVAC in Squamish: The Questions Homeowners Ask Before They Upgrade, and the Plain Answers

Porcupine Mechanical
Published on: 01/10/2026

Can I reuse my ducting? Will a heat pump keep up in the cold? Do I need a panel upgrade? Squamish homeowners ask these at almost every consult. Plain answers here, plus what to look at when comparing quotes.

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When an Adventure Goes Wrong: Inside Squamish Search and Rescue's New Home

When an Adventure Goes Wrong: Inside Squamish Search and Rescue's New Home

Porcupine Mechanical
Published on: 08/07/2026

Squamish SAR's new base at the airport opened in June after nearly a decade of work. We were part of the build, and here's what it takes to heat a gas-free emergency facility that has to be ready whenever an adventure goes wrong, even after an earthq

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Your Squamish House Is Too Hot. The Fix Is Probably Your Heating System.

Your Squamish House Is Too Hot. The Fix Is Probably Your Heating System.

Porcupine Mechanical
Published on: 01/07/2026

You called about air conditioning. That usually means a heat pump now, which makes a cooling call a whole-home heating decision. Inside: sizing myths, what changes from North Vancouver to Squamish to Whistler, rebates, and permits by town.

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