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Heat Pump Installation in Burlington, VT - Cold-Climate Certified Systems

Burlington is where we see the most diverse heat pump applications in the county. A client on Manhattan Drive in the New North End needed a three-zone ductless system to replace oil heat in a 1970s ranch with no ductwork. A property on South Williams Street in the Hill Section needed careful load calculations because the Victorian-era construction had recently been re-insulated, changing the heat load significantly from what previous estimates had assumed. We calibrate our approach to the specific home – not a ZIP code average.
Burlington Electric Department customers have access to heat pump rebates that are separate from and often larger than standard Efficiency Vermont programs. On a recent Burlington installation, a customer at the Battery Street end of the North End received a combined BED and Efficiency Vermont rebate of $2,800 – reducing a $10,500 three-zone installation to an effective $7,700 before the federal tax credit. That’s a payback of under three years at Burlington’s electricity rates.

Burlington, Vermont homeowners installing qualifying cold-climate heat pumps can access Burlington Electric Department rebates in addition to Efficiency Vermont incentives - a combination that can reduce net installation cost by $2,000–$4,000 on a qualifying system. Mitsubishi and Daikin cold-climate systems operate at full capacity to -13°F, covering Burlington's coldest recorded temperatures. Langlois Plumbing, Heating & AC LLC is a certified installer for both brands serving Burlington year-round.

Why Vermont Homes Benefit More Than Most

Burlington’s architecture creates three distinct installation scenarios:
Pre-1940 multifamily buildings and single-families in the Hill Section and Old North End – often have existing radiator systems (steam or hot water). Best path: ductless heat pump as primary system supplementing the existing radiator setup, or full boiler replacement plus ductless for heating and cooling combined.
Post-war single-families in the New North End – typically oil or gas forced air. Best path: central heat pump replacing the air handler, or multi-zone ductless if ductwork condition is poor.
Newer South End and waterfront condos and single-families – often already have forced-air systems designed for heat pump compatibility. Best path: heat pump replacement of existing air conditioner with a cold-climate model.

Frequently Asked Questions

BED rebates apply to qualifying cold-climate heat pump models that meet specific efficiency thresholds.
Both Mitsubishi and Daikin systems we install qualify. We verify your specific system against BED's current
qualifying product list before your installation.

In many cases, yes - ductless systems are designed for individual unit installation. There may be building
board or condo association approval requirements. We can advise on the technical side; you'll need to check
your association rules.

We serve all Burlington neighborhoods including downtown. Dense urban neighborhoods sometimes
require additional logistics for outdoor unit placement, particularly in attached housing with limited exterior
space. We assess mounting options during the site visit.

Find Out What You'll Pay - And Save

Call (802)233-0790 or contact us online for a free assessment. We’ll calculate your specific savings based on current electricity rates, current hot water usage, and available rebates – and give you a clear picture of the payback period before you decide.
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