Commercial Building Electrification Is Changing HVAC Planning Across British Columbia For decades, most commercial buildings in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley relied heavily on natural gas for heating. Boilers, rooftop units, make-up air systems, and hydronic heating systems were designed around relatively inexpensive gas energy and predictable operating costs. Today, commercial building owners are facing a different reality. Corporate… Continue Reading Commercial Building Electrification in BC: What Facility Managers Need to Know Before Replacing Natural Gas HVAC Systems
Indoor Air Quality in Spring: Why Commercial Buildings See a Spike in Complaints
As winter ends and temperatures rise across British Columbia, particularly in Greater Vancouver and the Fraser Valley, many commercial buildings experience a noticeable increase in indoor air quality complaints. Occupants report stuffy air, odours, allergy symptoms, headaches, and inconsistent airflow. These issues are not random. They are directly tied to seasonal changes and how HVAC systems transition from heating to… Continue Reading Indoor Air Quality in Spring: Why Commercial Buildings See a Spike in Complaints
HVAC Replacement & Retrofit Economics: Vancouver Business Guide
Why Vancouver Commercial Buildings Need HVAC Replacement or Retrofit Commercial HVAC systems in Vancouver face challenges from aging infrastructure, coastal humidity, and rising energy costs. For business owners, deciding between HVAC replacement Vancouver and commercial HVAC retrofit BC can save thousands in energy bills while ensuring regulatory compliance. Understanding system economics is key to maximizing efficiency and comfort. Assessing Your… Continue Reading HVAC Replacement & Retrofit Economics: Vancouver Business Guide
BC Incentives for HVAC Retrofits – Guide 2026-2027
BC INCENTIVES FOR HVAC RETROFITS ARE AN IMPORTANT RESOURCE FOR BUSINESSES IN BRITISH COLUMBIA LOOKING TO UPGRADE THEIR HEATING, COOLING AND VENTILATION SYSTEMS. Upgrading HVAC systems is one of the most effective ways for businesses in British Columbia to reduce energy costs and improve building performance. Many organizations delay HVAC retrofits because they believe the work is expensive. The good… Continue Reading BC Incentives for HVAC Retrofits – Guide 2026-2027
Air Quality Improvement Tax Credit: Now Available
A new refundable tax credit was passed into law on June 9, 2022, in Bill C-8. The Federal government introduced it to encourage small businesses to invest in better ventilation and air filtration to improve indoor air quality in their business locations as part of responding to COVID-19. A corporation can claim the credit only if it is a Canadian-controlled… Continue Reading Air Quality Improvement Tax Credit: Now Available
BC Comfort Project The LINK Awarded for Excellence in Senior Housing at the UDI Awards
BC Comfort is proud to share that our project – The LINK by Hungerford Properties – has received the Award for Excellence in Senior Housing at the UDI Awards 2022. Located in Vancouver, BC, The LINK is a 110,000 sq.ft. 7-storey LEED Gold Rental Building that was completed in 2020. The BC Comfort team worked directly with the client and… Continue Reading BC Comfort Project The LINK Awarded for Excellence in Senior Housing at the UDI Awards
How has the Pandemic Permanently Impacted Building Operations?
The ongoing pandemic has had an undeniable impact on the way we live our lives. One of the most profoundly affected sectors is the workplace. Working from home (or otherwise remotely) used to be an option – a premium perk that employees could only occasionally take advantage of when they needed it. But now, that usual morning and evening commute… Continue Reading How has the Pandemic Permanently Impacted Building Operations?
How Does Ultraviolet Irradiation Work in HVAC System?
Without necessary safety measures, HVAC systems – particularly those that are not properly maintained – can distribute airborne pathogens. Ultraviolet irradiation can be a method for limiting this potential while improving the quality of indoor air. WHAT IS ULTRAVIOLET LIGHT? Ultraviolet light is one of several types of light that exist within the entire light spectrum. When measured in nanometers—one… Continue Reading How Does Ultraviolet Irradiation Work in HVAC System?
What Step 3 of BC’s Restart Plan Means for Your Business
In March 2020, the B.C. government declared a provincial state of emergency in response to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) worldwide pandemic. As vaccinations have become widely available to British Columbians, the overall risk of COVID-19 transmission is reduced. However, the virus may still circulate, as will the viruses for other communicable diseases, such as seasonal influenza, norovirus, and others.… Continue Reading What Step 3 of BC’s Restart Plan Means for Your Business
Hotel Study Suggests Air Purifiers Help Reduce Exposure To Airborne Contaminants
Honeywell study measured airborne particulates of simulated talking, sneezing, and coughing in the common area of a hotel property. The hotel industry was among the hardest hit by the COVID-19 pandemic, and as travel rates increase, hotels are turning to science and technology to create environments that make guests feel safer. A recent computer modeling study from Honeywell examined indoor air quality… Continue Reading Hotel Study Suggests Air Purifiers Help Reduce Exposure To Airborne Contaminants




