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HVAC Services in Findlay Creek

Furnaces, AC, heat pumps, HRVs and water heaters for Findlay Creek's newer homes

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Since 2014Family-owned and Ottawa-based
5.0 Google ratingFrom 578 homeowner reviews
Licensed & approvedTSSA, HRAI, gas & refrigeration
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The short answer

Furnaces, AC, heat pumps, HRVs and water heaters for Findlay Creek’s newer homes

Oria Heating and Cooling provides full HVAC service in Findlay Creek, from furnace and AC repair to heat pump, HRV and water heater installation. Most homes here were built from the mid-2000s on, so the typical job is servicing or upgrading first-generation builder equipment. We’re a short drive from our Nepean shop and answer emergencies 24/7.
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HVAC Services in Findlay Creek
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Findlay Creek homes and the equipment inside them

Findlay Creek filled in south-west of Leitrim Road and Bank Street through the 2000s, 2010s and 2020s, with Claridge, Tartan, Tamarack and other builders putting up singles, bungalows and long rows of townhomes. Nearly every house has a high-efficiency gas furnace with PVC side-wall venting and a central air conditioner on a pad beside or behind the house.

It also means a lot of that equipment is the same age. Furnaces and condensers from the first phases are now 15 to 20 years old, which is when repair bills start climbing and efficiency upgrades start paying back. Streets closer to the Leitrim Wetlands tend to have newer systems that mostly need tune-ups.

Most homes also have an HRV, since the Ontario Building Code requires mechanical ventilation in new houses. Plenty of owners have never had theirs cleaned or balanced.

Findlay Creek homes and the equipment inside them
At a glance

Furnace, AC and heat pump options for Findlay Creek homes

Builder-grade equipment works, but it’s usually the most basic model: a single-stage furnace and an entry-level air conditioner sized by rule of thumb. When it’s time to replace, Findlay Creek owners usually pick one of three paths.

  • Straight upgrade: a 96–98% AFUE furnace and a current SEER2-rated AC, often with a two-stage or variable-speed blower for quieter, more even heat in two-storey homes and townhomes.
  • Furnace plus heat pump: a cold-climate heat pump replaces the AC, handles most of the heating, and the gas furnace takes over in deep cold. See heat pump installation.
  • Repair and carry on: if the system is under about 12 years old and one part has failed, a furnace repair or AC repair usually makes more sense.
ProjectTypical installed range
High-efficiency gas furnace (96–98% AFUE)$4,500 – $8,500 (variable-speed/modulating up to ~$10,500)
Central air conditioner replacement$4,000 – $8,000
Furnace + AC combo replacement$8,000 – $15,000
Ducted cold-climate heat pump (existing ducts)$9,000 – $18,000
HRV / ERV installed$2,500 – $5,500
Furnace or AC tune-up$120 – $200 per system

These are typical ranges before rebates, not quotes. The final price depends on your house, the equipment you choose and the venting and ductwork involved, and estimates on new installations are free. We also check current HVAC rebates for your address.

Quieter equipment for close-set streets

With houses only a few metres apart, a loud condenser is the whole street’s problem. Current variable-speed air conditioners and heat pumps spend most of their time at low speed and run far more quietly than the 2000s units they replace.

Finishing the basement or building a deck?
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Finishing the basement or building a deck?

Many Findlay Creek basements were left unfinished by the builder and are now becoming rec rooms or in-law suites. Before the drywall goes up is the moment to add supply and return runs, relocate an HRV duct, or rough in a BBQ gas line for the new deck.

Finishing a basement also changes the heating and cooling load. We’ll tell you plainly whether your furnace and ducts can handle the extra space, or whether a single ductless head is the cleaner fix.

If the house still has its original rental water heater, a reno is also a good time to look at rental versus owned options.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Straight answers from licensed Ottawa technicians. Still have a question? Call us any time.

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Do you service furnaces and air conditioners in Findlay Creek?

Yes. Findlay Creek is a regular part of our south Ottawa service area. Our shop on Longfields Drive in Nepean is across the Vimy Memorial Bridge from Riverside South, so it’s a straightforward drive for our technicians. We repair all makes, install new systems and provide 24/7 emergency service whenever heat, cooling, hot water or ventilation stops working.

My Findlay Creek furnace is about 15 years old. Should I replace it?

Not automatically. A well-maintained high-efficiency furnace often lasts 15 to 20 years. If it needs a major part like an inducer motor or control board ($600 – $2,000), has needed several repairs lately, or shows heat exchanger cracks, replacement usually makes more sense. A new 96–98% AFUE furnace typically costs $4,500 – $8,500 installed, before rebates.

Does the HRV in my Findlay Creek home need maintenance?

Yes. Most HRVs here run year-round, and their filters and core collect dust and lint. Clean the filters every two to three months and have the core, condensate drain and dampers checked once a year. A neglected HRV moves less air, can drip or frost up in deep cold, and stops clearing stale, humid air from the house.

Can I add a heat pump to my existing gas furnace?

Usually, yes. In most Findlay Creek homes the furnace and ductwork can pair with a cold-climate heat pump that takes the central AC’s place. The heat pump handles cooling plus the bulk of the heating season, leaving the furnace for the coldest stretches. Ducted cold-climate heat pumps typically cost $9,000 – $18,000 installed, before rebates.

What should I do if snow blocks my furnace vent?

High-efficiency furnaces in Findlay Creek vent through white PVC pipes on a side or back wall, often close to the ground. After a heavy snowfall or drifting, clear snow away from both pipes by hand. A blocked vent makes the furnace shut itself off. If it won’t restart once the pipes are clear, call us; our emergency line runs 24/7.

Will my existing furnace heat a newly finished basement?

Often, yes. Builders size furnaces for the whole house, including the basement, and many have capacity to spare. The real question is airflow: unfinished basements usually have few supply and return runs. We check the furnace size and add or rebalance ducts before drywall. If the space still runs cold or hot, a single-zone mini-split ($3,500 – $6,500) is a tidy fix.

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Recently had our aging furnace replaced by Mansoor and his team. Mansoor was very responsive from the very beginning, from first contact to the completion of work. Friendly and polite from start to finish. It was very easy to book a visit/inspection and kept me posted when he was on his way and estimated time of arrival. The quote was competitive and very detailed and he answered all my questions and requests for clarification promptly and professionally. He kept me updated on the arrival of the furnace and when the installation would be. Replacement of our old furnace with a new Lennox 97% AFUE was done efficiently and my home was left as it was, housekeeping after the installation was done well, as clean as when they arrived. Overall a great experience with Mansoor and his team from Oria Heating and Cooling.
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Really happy with the service from Oria Heating and Cooling. They were quick, professional, and easy to deal with. They explained everything clearly and got the issue taken care of. Would definitely recommend them.
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Excellent service and price
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5/5 Stars. We had a wonderful experience with Ori Heating and Cooling Ottawa for our new air conditioner installation. The technicians arrived on time, explained the process, and completed the installation quickly. They were very respectful of our home and left everything completely clean. The pricing was fair, and the service was top-notch. If you need HVAC work, this is the company to call! Mr. Mansoor is the head and I am glad to see him that when his staff completed the job and he came and checked by himself and make sure that his staff completed the job effectively this is more Impressive.
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Kayla Ollek
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Great service ! He was professional, friendly, and very knowledgeable. He arrived on time, quickly diagnosed the issue, and got everything working properly again. He took the time to explain what was needed and made sure everything was running smoothly before leaving. Really appreciate the excellent service and would definitely recommend him to anyone needing AC work.
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My A/C suddenly stopped cooling, and it turned out to be the capacitor. Mansoor replaced it right away and explained clearly and kindly what caused the problem and how to take care of the system going forward. I really appreciate his great service. Thank you so much for bringing the cool air back to my home and saving my summer!
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Rally awesome guy! Came quick and had things figured out and fixed on my AC fast! When a new issue arose the next day he came same day and figured it out and got the ball rolling to make sure it wouldn't happen again. Would highly recommend to anyone in the Ottawa area!!!
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Paul Young
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Our home AC unit stopped working on a hot day during a long weekend. Called Oria and spoke to Mansoor. He was at my house in 30 minutes. Tried several different approaches to fixing the problem and provided his opinions on the best way forward without trying to sway me in either direction. I ultimately decided my best option was to not put good money over bad and just replace the 13 year old unit with a new one. Mansoor set an install date for a few days later as the replacement unit needed to be ordered. The install went very smoothly and I was very impressed with how neat the install was both inside and outside the house. The techs were a pleasure to work with also; very professional and courteous. I had one snag that wasn't Oria's fault, but the manufacturer's, and I was very impressed with how Oria handled it. When the new unit was started up, it worked fine, but the fan vibrated more than it should; something was not right. The techs advised Mansoor and he came personally to inspect. He then got on the phone to the manufacturer, who advised that they had received several issues with this model recently, and that the fan would need to be replaced. Mansoor obtained the replacement fan a few days later and promptly did the swap. He did not leave the issue to me to sort out under warranty. Instead he took the bull by the horns and wanted to make it right for me. I greatly appreciated that. Needless to say, I would recommend Oria anytime. EDIT: Well, Oria came to my rescue once again. The blower motor on my furnace crapped out Thursday evening, so no AC (again just before a long weekend). Spoke with Mansoor Friday morning, and to make a long story short, I had a new furnace installed before lunch on Saturday (furnace was 19 yrs old, so figured go new). Perfect job and a great price. I don't know how you can beat that. Don't waste your time trying. Just call them.
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Owner is very honest. I suspected my AC compressor was broken when I first called him. He came and diagnosed the same issue, but went through numerous other attempts to fix it before determining that the compressor was beyond repair and needed to be replaced. He even tried to install some jump starter piece which broke, and just ate the cost without charging extra. What we really appreciate is that given how expensive AC replacement is, and despite the fact that this sort of job would make him the most money immediately, he still went through many different steps to try to avoid replacement. This is someone who really does care about his customers and making a lasting business. We will be using his company again if we ever have other issues
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Our AC suddenly stopped cooling, even though it was still blowing air. I called Mansoor at Oria, and he arrived within two hours. He quickly diagnosed the problem, explained everything clearly, and had our AC back up and running in no time. Mansoor was incredibly patient, knowledgeable, and professional throughout the entire service call. It’s refreshing to deal with someone who takes the time to answer questions and genuinely cares about doing the job right. I highly recommend Mansoor and Oria for anyone looking for fast, honest, and reliable HVAC service all at a reasonable price. Thanks again!
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