Company Facts
Backman Heating & Cooling at a Glance
The work
- Best for
- Owner-operated heat pump installation and oil-to-heat-pump conversions
- Primary service
- HVAC
Where
- Headquarters
- Halifax, NS
- Service area
- Halifax
- Emergency service
- Business hours only
Money and guarantees
- Free estimates
- Yes
- Financing
- Available
Editorial Review
Our Take on Backman Heating & Cooling
Direct contact with owners Ryan and Meredith Backman after 25-plus years in the HRM, backed by a 4.9-star average and real rebate-program experience, makes this one of the more personal, dependable picks on the list.
Best for: Owner-operated heat pump installation and oil-to-heat-pump conversions
What We Like
- Owner-operated by Ryan and Meredith Backman with 25+ years serving the HRM
- 4.9-star Google average across 179 reviews
- Named technician Braden Kimber praised in reviews for fast response
- Works within Nova Scotia's Oil to Heat Pump Affordability Program
- Publishes the owner's direct email address
Things to Consider
- No specific brand partnerships or Better Business Bureau rating published
- No stated 24/7 emergency availability
- No individual Nova Scotia certification numbers listed
Google Reviews for Backman Heating & Cooling
Customer ratings shown here come from Google. They are separate from our editorial review above.
Google rating
4.9
Based on 179 Google reviews
Review data updated September 22, 2026
Rating Distribution
- 5 stars93%
- 4 stars7%
- 1 star1%
iAbout this distribution
The distribution reflects the 179 Google reviews available when this profile's review data was last refreshed on September 22, 2026. Ratings and counts change continuously on Google, so figures here may lag the live profile slightly. We publish only the values returned by the source, never estimates for missing bands.
Recent Google Reviews
- Kate “KATE”5.0I recently had my oil boiler and tank removed and replaced with a new electric boiler, along with a new hot water tank, all done through Ryan. A few years ago I switched my heating over to a heat pump, and the only thing left was replacing the old boiler that remained — thanks to Ryan, that's now completely taken care of. Ryan is extremely conscientious, everything is well organized, and his cleanup afterward is the neatest and most thorough I've ever seen. (He also has the most well-equipped and perfectly organized work van I've ever seen.) He's the kind of person you can hand any job to and trust it'll be done cleanly. Watching how he works, I think anyone would come away with confidence in him. (I was genuinely impressed watching him tidy up his workspace the moment he arrived.) With a lot of bigger companies, the person who gives the quote and the person who actually does the work are often different, so you never really know who's going to show up — and the finishing work often ends up less than clean because of that. The reason I chose Backman was that the owner himself comes and does the work, which felt trustworthy. I don't usually leave reviews this long, but he really seems like someone I could recommend to anyone without worry. Writing this honestly. Don't overthink it — you can just trust him with the job.September 2026Google
- George Ferrier5.0Ryan is patient, collegial, competent and even liked our cat.August 2026Google
- James Horton5.0Ryan and Brayden were a pleasure to deal with. Showed up on time, very neat and tidy cleaned up afterwards. Took the time to explain how the new equipment works. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Backman to anyone in need of this type of installation , service or repair.August 2026Google
- Christal Ellis5.0They were fast, efficient, mannerly and affordable. Excellent customer service. Highly recommended.August 2026Google
- Darlene Findlay5.0Very personable, explained what happened and what was needed to improve performance.August 2026Google
- Kristin Reid5.0Brayden was very pleasant and professional. He arrived on time and fixed the problem immediately. He was meticulous and very contientous.July 2026Google
Editorial Ranking
Why Backman Heating & Cooling Made Our Top 10
It holds position 10 in 10 Best HVAC Companies in Halifax, NS (2026).
Services Offered
Specialties
- High-efficiency heat pump systems
- Oil to heat pump conversions
- Heat pump cleaning and maintenance
- Heat pump service and repair
- Oil to heat pump conversions (OHPA)
- Boiler installation and service
- Furnace installation and service
- Water heater installation
Areas Served
Based in Halifax, NS.
iAbout service coverage
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About Backman Heating & Cooling
Backman Heating & Cooling is owned and run by Ryan and Meredith Backman from a Brookside location west of Halifax, and the company states more than 25 years serving the Halifax Regional Municipality. Its Google page currently averages 4.9 stars across 179 reviews, read September 22, 2026, with reviews naming technician Braden Kimber alongside the owners for fast turnaround, typically within hours of a call.
The service list covers heat pump installation, cleaning, maintenance, service, and repair, boilers and furnaces, and water heater installation, service, and repair. The company works within Nova Scotia's Oil to Heat Pump Affordability Program for customers converting off oil heat, and handles full HVAC system design and installation for both new builds and replacements, plus electrical panel upgrades to support new equipment. Financing is available for larger jobs, and free quotes and assessments are offered up front.
Ryan Backman's direct email, ryan@backmanheating.ca, is published on the site rather than routed only through a contact form, a detail that matches the company's owner-operator feel. The site doesn't publish specific brand partnerships, a Better Business Bureau rating, or stated 24/7 emergency availability, though reviews describe fast, same-day-style response. No specific Nova Scotia certification numbers are listed for Ryan, Meredith, or Braden individually.
Service reaches across the HRM: Halifax, Dartmouth, Bedford, and the surrounding communities around Brookside itself.
Backman Heating & Cooling suits a homeowner who wants to deal directly with the owners of a genuinely long-tenured, family-run shop, especially for a rebate-eligible oil-to-heat-pump conversion. It suits less well someone who wants a published Better Business Bureau rating or specific brand credentials to check first. Ask Ryan or Meredith directly for their Nova Scotia refrigeration mechanic or gasfitter certification number and current program eligibility before booking.
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Credentials
- Red SealReported
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Reputation by Source
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Google
4.9/ 5
179 customer reviews
TenBestFind
Editorially reviewed
Ranked #10 in Halifax hvac, September 2026
Company Pricing & Estimates
What this company publishes about its own pricing.
- Free estimates
- Yes
- Inspection fee
- Free quotes, assessments and consultations
- Financing
- Available
Local Market Pricing
What Halifax homeowners generally pay, independent of this company.
- AC replacement, existing ductwork
- $5,500–$9,500
- Heat pump replacement
- $7,500–$13,800
- Furnace replacement
- $3,500–$7,500
- Repair call
- $150–$600
Project Photos
Business-submitted, reviewed by our editors
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Backman Heating & Cooling FAQs
Is Backman Heating & Cooling licensed?
The company doesn't publish individual Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency certification numbers for its owners or technicians, so ask Ryan or Meredith directly before booking.
Does Backman Heating & Cooling offer emergency service?
The company doesn't state formal 24/7 availability, though reviews describe fast, typically same-day response to service calls.
Does Backman Heating & Cooling work with Nova Scotia's heat pump rebate program?
Yes, the company works within the Oil to Heat Pump Affordability Program for customers converting off oil heat, and offers financing and free assessments for larger jobs.
Is Backman Heating & Cooling licensed and insured?
We checked 0 of 1 credentials against the issuing authority. Verified items carry the date we checked; reported items are what the business told us and we could not independently confirm.
What areas does Backman Heating & Cooling serve?
Halifax. Coverage is as the business describes it, cross-checked against where its recent documented work is. Confirm your address before scheduling, particularly at the edge of a service area.
Does Backman Heating & Cooling offer emergency service?
Emergency availability is not listed for this company. If you need an urgent call-out, check the ranking for companies that do list it.
What warranty do they offer?
Warranty terms are not on file. Ask for them in writing before work starts.
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About This Business Profile
- Last reviewed
- September 2026
- Profile last updated
- September 27, 2026
- Google review data updated
- September 22, 2026
- Sources checked
- Issuing authorities, Google Business Profile, Company website
- Sponsorship status
- No commercial relationship