LG Multi V S VRF heat pump condenser installed by Equinox HVAC on a commercial building in Vancouver
New construction & design-build

New Construction HVAC for Builders, Developers & General Contractors

Code-compliant heating, cooling and ventilation systems, designed, installed and commissioned on your schedule. From custom homes to multi-family and commercial builds across Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley.

HPCN RegisteredRed Seal CertifiedBBB A+ AccreditedFortisBC Trade Ally

Trusted by builders, property managers and brands like LUSH, Earls and FirstService Residential.

Trusted on projects for companies such as
LUSHEarls Kitchen + BarFirstService Residential

Also: Vancouver Police Department Training Academy · BMO · RBC · CF Pacific Centre · The Salvation Army

Why builders choose Equinox

A mechanical partner that makes your job easier

Complete, clear bids

Detailed scope with clear inclusions and exclusions, so there are no surprises at rough-in.

Designs tailored to your project

Heat loss and gain calculations, duct layout and mechanical drawings, designed in-house around the unique requirements of each build, from custom homes to large commercial projects.

Seamless coordination, start to finish

We work closely with your project managers and trades for smooth, on-time installations that meet construction timelines and standards.

Precision installations that last

Meticulous workmanship so every system runs efficiently and reliably for the life of the building.

Energy-efficient, Step Code-ready

High-efficiency heat pumps, HRV/ERV and controls, coordinated with your energy advisor for BC Energy Step Code and Zero Carbon Step Code projects.

Certified, insured and accountable

Red Seal certified technicians, HPCN registered, BBB A+ accredited and fully insured on every job.

Projects we build

Residential, multi-family and commercial new builds

Custom and single-family homesTownhomes and multi-familyLaneway homes, suites and additionsCommercial ground-upTenant improvements and retail fit-outsIndustrial and institutional
Our new construction scope

Design, install and commission

Load calculations (CSA F280)Duct design and layoutMechanical drawingsHeat pumps, furnaces and boilersHydronic heatingHRV / ERV ventilationRooftop units and make-up airGas fittingControls and zoningStart-up, balancing and commissioningWarranty and maintenance handover
Recent work

Built, installed and commissioned by our crews

Crane lifting a commercial rooftop HVAC unit during an Equinox HVAC installation in the Lower Mainland
Rooftop unit replacement by crane
LG Multi V S VRF condensing unit wall-mounted on a concrete commercial building in Vancouver
Commercial VRF heat pump
LG and Mitsubishi VRF condensers installed on a downtown Vancouver rooftop
Rooftop VRF, downtown Vancouver
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What every Equinox bid includes

Bids your estimators can compare in minutes

We know you’re levelling multiple mechanical bids against a deadline. Ours are built to make that easy.

  • Detailed scope sheetItemized by system, aligned to your drawings and spec sections
  • Clear inclusions and exclusionsNo grey areas at rough-in or closeout
  • Equipment scheduleSpecified makes and models, with approved equivalents where they add value
  • Alternates and value engineeringOptions to meet budget without compromising performance
  • Energy and incentive notesStep Code considerations and incentives your project may qualify for
  • Schedule and sequencingRough-in, set and commissioning milestones that fit your timeline
Built for the way contractors work
Submittals and shop drawingsPrompt RFI responsesProcore, Buildertrend and shared-drive collaborationStart-up, balancing and commissioning reportsCloseout package: O&M manuals, as-builts and warranty letters
How we work with you

From bid to handover

  1. Submit your bid request online, with drawings and specs attached
  2. Estimator review, plus any clarifying questions
  3. Detailed bid and proposal
  4. Design and permits
  5. Rough-in
  6. Finish, start-up and commissioning
  7. Handover, documentation and warranty
Request a bid

Send us your project in one place

Share your project details and documents. Our estimating team reviews every request promptly and confirms a target submission date based on your bid deadline, project scope and schedule.

Architectural & mechanical drawingsSpecificationsEnergy model or Step Code targetBid due dateAny addenda
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Let’s start with you and your company

This is who we’ll send the bid and any clarifying questions to.

Your role on the project

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Submitting a bid request does not create a contract or obligation for either party. Pricing is provided only in a formal written proposal. Documents you share are used solely to prepare your bid.

Energy incentives for your build

As an HPCN-registered contractor and FortisBC Trade Ally, we help builders identify energy incentives your project may qualify for.

Home Performance Contractor NetworkFortisBC Trade Ally Member
Brands we use

Trusted equipment from industry leaders

We install and service leading heating, cooling and ventilation brands, and can work to your specified equipment or propose approved equivalents.

Lennox
LG
Mitsubishi Electric
Allied
Ducane
Samsung HVAC
Navien
Lennox
LG
Mitsubishi Electric
Allied
Ducane
Samsung HVAC
Navien
Builder FAQ

Questions builders ask us

Do you provide mechanical design and drawings?

Yes. Our team completes heat loss and gain calculations to CSA F280, designs duct layouts and prepares mechanical drawings for permit and construction.

What do you need from us to prepare a bid?

Architectural and mechanical drawings, specifications, any addenda, your bid due date and, if available, the energy model or Step Code target. Upload them through our bid request form or share a plan room link.

How quickly can you turn around a bid?

It depends on the project’s size, complexity and your bid deadline. When we receive your request, we review it promptly and confirm a target submission date with you.

Do you work on Step Code and Zero Carbon Step Code projects?

Yes. We design and install heat pump, HRV/ERV and high-efficiency systems and coordinate with your energy advisor to help meet BC Energy Step Code and Zero Carbon Step Code requirements.

Which areas do you serve?

Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley, with commercial projects across BC.

Can you work from our Procore, Buildertrend or shared drive links?

Absolutely. Paste your plan room or shared folder links into the bid request form and our estimators will work from them.

Have a project out to tender?

Send us your drawings and we’ll take it from there.

Trusted on projects for companies such as
LUSH
Earls Kitchen + Bar
FirstService Residential
LUSH
Earls Kitchen + Bar
FirstService Residential
LUSH
Earls Kitchen + Bar
FirstService Residential
LUSH
Earls Kitchen + Bar
FirstService Residential

We’ve also delivered projects for organizations including the Vancouver Police Department Training Academy, BMO branches across the Lower Mainland, RBC branches across BC, CF Pacific Centre and The Salvation Army.

Brands We Use

Brands We Use

Brands We Use