Boonstra Heating and Air Conditioning

Heating & Air Conditioning
Hamilton ON L8W 2E4
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Average customer rating:
8.6 10 (408 reviews)

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Brian N from Hamilton
Brian N from Hamilton
5 reviews Hamilton, ON
10/10

furnace service

Were very prompt with appointment, and made adjustments and cleaned furnace.
The tech i had was excellent (i forgot his name :( ), he described what he was doing as well as gave pointers to keep the furnace running efficiently.

Come the spring i will be calling them to do service on my air conditioning unit.

Approximate cost of services:
$140.00
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Flo from Ancaster
Flo from Ancaster
6 reviews Ancaster, ON
10/10

Ac not working

ac not working on one of the hottest days ever, they came realtively quick to my surpise to service it. the man did not have the proper part but made a part work until the following day. Went ablove and beyone my expectations. Highly recommend!

Approximate cost of services:
$200.00
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David Frankham from Port Dover
David Frankham from Port Dover
10 reviews Port Dover, ON
8/10

Reliable Emergency Furnace Service

One winter, my furnace konked out on a cold night, and I called Boonstra to fix it. They came right away and advised me that I had to replace the entire furnace. It was very cold and I didn't want another potential problem of burst water pipes. So, they gave me a quote and thought it was fair considering that they would be able to install it within the next two days. I was very happy with their service.

Approximate cost of services:
$2,500.00
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Jessica  from Burlington
Jessica from Burlington
1 review Burlington, ON
10/10

Furnace and Air Conditioner

I have had the most amazing experience with this company. The sales staff was friendly and incredibly helpful. They were able to advice me on the best unit for my situation. The install group was incredibly professional and efficient at their job. They went above and beyond with ensuring that my experience throughout the entire process was as incredible as it could be. I did a lot of research before going with this company... And I would definitely recommend them.

Approximate cost of services:
$10,000.00
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Corrina Smith from Toronto
Corrina Smith from Toronto
1 review Toronto, ON
10/10

Replacement of Furnace, AC and Hot Water Heater

While I only intended to replace my hot water heater I ended up replacing my furnace, air conditioner and hot water heater! The home comfort advisor Shawn was extremely knowledgeable and helpful in recommending the benefits to replacing all 3 units. The furnace was a mid-effiency while the ac was prehistoric! My husband and I felt we made a well informed decision to replace all three. Their service technicians were fast, clean and efficient. I would recommend Boonstra's service to anyone and everyone!

Approximate cost of services:
$12,000.00
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Nancy from Hamilton
Nancy from Hamilton
1 review , ON
10/10

A/C and Furnace

We recently made a call to Boonstra’s to set up an appointment for a technician to come and assess our A/C as it stopped working. I spoke to Catharine and she was professional and made arrangements to have a tech come to my house that evening.
A few hours later I received a call from the tech Ron telling me he was on his way. When he showed up he was very professional and very kind as my puppy wanted to play. He immediately began asking me some questions to get background of what we were experiencing then he went to look at the unit. He then came in to speak to both my husband and myself and explained it was the motor. At this time we also asked if he could look at our furnace as we knew it was an old unit over 20 years old. Ron took the time to show us both what he was finding and explaining what this result in. My husband and I decided it would be in our best interest to have a quote provided on replacement of both furnace and a/c.
The following day the comfort advisor Chris Errington came to our home. He was on time, very respectful and knowledgeable. He went and looked at our home and discussed the different options we had. We never felt pressured instead it was very comfortable and a friendly meeting. We explained some of our concerns about air flow and he explained why this was happening and addressed this as well. We had all the confidence in the company and after meeting the Ron and hearing recommendations to move forward and sign.
The following day the installers arrive in the time that they said and quickly got started. Another set of individuals that were professional and knowledgeable. Mike and his helper (I’m sorry I don’t remember his name) did an amazing job. After a day of work we now have a/c again and in a few months get to use our new furnace.
If you are looking for a company for any of your HVAC needs we recommend Boonstra’s One Hour. Don’t bother wasting your time elsewhere, they are professional, and knowledgeable you won’t be disappointed. Special thanks again to the team of people who made this possible. Thank you, Catharine, Ron, Mike and his helper. And an extremely BIG THANK YOU to Chris Errington.I give you a 10.

Approximate cost of services:
$6,500.00
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Company Response

Thank you so much for your review. We're glad you had such a great experience with our service and our employees.

Lesley in Waterdown
Lesley in Waterdown
1 review , ON
1/10

A/C repair

I would not recommend Boonstra. I give them credit for always being available and showing up on time; maybe because rarely are they called twice by the same customer. I called to have a/c repaired. It was obviously a freon issue and the leak has to be found otherwise they can't recharge the freon. After a 20 minutes diagnostic and one very long cell phone conversation to "Bob" regarding cell phone apps...long story short, apparently the valves outside were leaking. "We will try to get the valves but it's an old unit so we probably won't be able to find them - here's your bill for $450". Incidentally, during the phone call to "Bob", valves were found!!! Oddly, 12 hours later repair person calls..."the valves we found were gone". Huh? "Sorry, there's nothing we can do except replace the unit but, if you do go with a new unit, they will credit you the $450 repair bill."

Same day I call for someone to give me an estimate for a new unit and he shows up exactly on time. Very nice young man that spent longer than the repair man...hemmmed and hawwwed took vague measurements. Started at $4800 and eventually got down to $3200 all in. (By the way, none of the rebates in their full-page ads applied of course.) I told him I would think about it since I've sold my house and don't really want to spend money for a unit I'm only going to have for another 65 days. He calls me back the next day and leaves a message about a "fix" he might have that I would be very happy with and won't cost nearly as much. He doesn't say what it is however. Yesterday, the unit couldn't be fixed...now it can? Again, huh?

So to shorten the story even more, as of yesterday after contacting a friend of a friend who has been in HVAC for 32 years, I have a working a/c unit with a fixed leak, NOT AT THE VALVES, but behind the condenser which required a 1/4 turn of a wrench, a fully-charged unit and only paid $120!!!

Maybe because I'm female or maybe because they knew I had to have a functioning unit for the new buyer of my home but, they basically robbed me of $450 to give me an incorrect diagnostic AND tell me there was nothing they could do except replace it. Nice business practises.

Approximate cost of services:
$450.00
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Company Response

Thank you for your feedback. Well, I certainly can’t make heads or tails on how you have chosen to interpret a relatively easy explanation of what was (and assuredly continues to be) the problem with your air conditioner. I assume you have left this unit for the new home owner to inherit?
Your a/c system has leaky valves. We know this for fact because of the detailed leak search done by one of our fully trained professionally certified HVAC technicians. Our technician performed the leak search (where price and details of the leak search were fully disclosed and approved by you prior to any work being done) as a means to find the issue as to why your old air conditioner wasn’t working.
After the leak was detected, our tech had to find out if the valves for you model were available in our warehouse, or if we had to order them from the manufacturer/distributer. Our technician was even uncertain if they were still available. You have an old and rare unit where parts are not readily available.
To properly repair, recharge and balance your unit can run into the hundreds of dollars range, and for a unit that old, a better option could be to replace the unit.
For someone who is looking to move within a month, they may choose to find a “quick fix”, and typically that person may “know a guy…”. You know, just top off the refrigerant so that it passes the home inspection. Problem is, when the temperature drops this winter, the restrictors in the valves (“O” rings which are made of a different metal than the copper valves, and contract in cold air at a different rate) that have been compromised and caused the refrigerant to leak in the first place, will again leak out refrigerant all winter long until depleted. When the new home owners turn on their a/c in the spring, guess what?...no cooling again.
Your comments on this web page were the first I or anyone from our office had heard on this matter. After reviewing your comments, I tried to contact you on several occasions, but my calls were not returned. I assume you have since moved on to a new home. I would be more than happy to discuss this service call with you, and try to come up with an amicable resolution for your dissatisfaction.
If not, I expect we will probably get a call from the new home owners in the spring when the a/c unit doesn’t work again.

Sincerely,

Todd Byerley
General Manager
Boonstras One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning

John V. in Burlington
John V. in Burlington
1 review BURLINGTON, ON
10/10

Air Conditioning

Wow, these guys are great!

I used their website to set up an email appointment first thing this morning. Received a confirmation email, several phone calls and a technician who arrived as promised. ALL IN THE SAME DAY!!

Exceeded my expectations.
P.S. Ron the service tech recommended a service plan and I am going for it!

Approximate cost of services:
$400.00
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F. Foley in Burlington
F. Foley in Burlington
1 review Burlington, ON
8/10

Furnace and Air Conditioner

The initial visit from the salesman (Mr. Errington) was very informative. He took a look at all the existing equipment and asked me if I had been having trouble with my furnace as he pointed out a poblem and told me what to expect as future problems. I had actually been have those very problems which is why I was looking into replacing the furnace not to mention the very inefficient and energy hunger A/C. I was very impressed as I had other people in for quotes and they didn't even look at my existing equipment or where it was installed.
The gentlemen who did the installation worked very hard and were very professional and when they ran into a problem explained all my options so I could make an informed decission.
I was even more impressed when the Sales Manager called me and thanked me for my business and ensured me that I was getting the best installation crew as I had a few concerns around the fact that I had a finished basement. The expression 'You get what you pay for' definitely fits in here with this company.

Approximate cost of services:
$8,000.00
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More about Boonstra Heating and Air Conditioning

Boonstra Heating and Air Conditioning has been a trusted provider of HVAC services in the Hamilton area since 1961. With over 50,000 homes serviced, we have perfected our customer service to ensure your satisfaction.

Our HVAC services cover all aspects of home comfort, from heating and cooling to indoor air quality, plumbing, drains, and water heaters. Whether you need installation, repair, or maintenance, our experienced technicians are here to assist you.

At Boonstra Heating and Air Conditioning, we understand the importance of prompt service, especially during emergencies. That's why we offer 24/7 HVAC repair services with no extra charges, even on holidays. Our goal is to provide you with top-notch service without the added stress of extra fees.

Additionally, we offer financing options to make home HVAC upgrades more affordable. Whether you're looking to save on a new furnace and AC combo or invest in a UV air purifier for cleaner air, we have cost-saving solutions for your home comfort needs.

Our service areas extend beyond Hamilton to include Burlington, Brantford, Kitchener, Oakville, Cambridge, Guelph, and more.

Experience the Boonstra advantage and enjoy peace of mind knowing that your home comfort is in good hands. Contact us today for all your HVAC needs, from installation to repair and maintenance!

CATEGORIES
Heating & Air Conditioning
PRODUCTS
Air Conditioners, Furnaces, Air Quality Products, Ductless Splits, Water Heaters/Tanks - Heat pump, Boilers, Generators, EV chargers, UV Air purifiers
SERVICES
Heating & Air Conditioning, Duct Cleaning, Dryer Vent Cleaning, Air Quality Products, Furnace Repairs, Furnace Installation, Furnace Maintenance, Air conditioner Repairs, Air conditioner Maintenance, Air Conditioner Installation, All Furnace Services, All Air Conditioner Services, All types of Furnace Brand Repairs repairs, All types of Air Conditioner Brand repairs and 24 Hour Service.
BRANDS
Lennox, Goodman, York, Daikin, Rheem, Trane, Carrier, Amana, Mitsubishi, Generac, and Moovair
STYLES
All Styles!
WEBSITE
https://boonstraright-time.ca/
YEAR ESTABLISHED
1961
PAYMENT METHOD
Cash, cheque, draft, major credit cards, debit cards (on-site service calls), online banking, and financing available
LICENSES
TSSA & ECRA/ESA Licenses
LIABILITY INSURANCE
Yes
WORKERS COMPENSATION
Yes
BONDED
Yes
WRITTEN CONTRACT
Yes
WARRANTY TERMS
100% guarantee on one year Parts & Labour on any repair
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