Featuring insights from Andrew La Posta, Fraser Hillis, and Steve Crozier of Woodbridge GTA ClimateCare, Unico Preferred Contractor (Greater Toronto Area) 

Comfort shouldn’t come at the expense of your home’s design. 

Yet for many homeowners, especially those in older or historic homes, adding modern air conditioning often means compromising aesthetics, space, or both. 

That’s the challenge contractors like Woodbridge GTA ClimateCare, a Unico Preferred Contractor in the Greater Toronto Area, solve every day. 

Their approach? Delivering high-performance comfort using The Unico System—a solution designed specifically for homes where traditional HVAC falls short. 

The Challenge: Cooling Homes That Weren’t Built for It 

Across Canada, many homes were built without central air conditioning and without the ductwork needed to support it. 

For homeowners, that creates a difficult trade-off: 

• Install bulky ductwork and alter the home’s design 
• Rely on inconsistent or incomplete cooling solutions 
• Or go without proper comfort altogether 

“A lot of these homes have no ductwork, and homeowners don’t want bulkheads or anything that compromises the design,” says Andrew La Posta, President of Woodbridge GTA ClimateCare.  

Why Traditional HVAC Systems Fall Short 

Conventional systems are designed for homes that already have space for large duct runs. 

In retrofit applications, they often: 

• Require intrusive construction 
• Struggle to evenly distribute air 
• Fail to address problem areas like second floors 

For contractors, this limits what’s possible. 
For homeowners, it limits comfort. 

The Unico System: Designed for Retrofit Applications 

The Unico System takes a fundamentally different approach. 

By using small, flexible ductwork and high-velocity airflow, it enables contractors to install central air conditioning in spaces where traditional systems simply cannot fit. 

“We can add a fully ducted system… and by the end of it, the homeowner doesn’t even know we were there,” says Andrew La Posta.  

Key advantages include: 

• Minimal disruption to walls, ceilings, and finishes 
• Installation primarily through attics or existing cavities 
• Discreet outlets that blend seamlessly with the home 

Solving One of the Most Common Comfort Problems 

Even in homes with existing HVAC systems, comfort issues persist—especially on upper floors. 

“We’ll install Unico as a supplemental system… when the existing system can’t reach upper floors,” explains Andrew La Posta.  

As climate patterns shift and temperature spikes become more common, these limitations are becoming more noticeable. 

Performance Homeowners Can Feel—Not Hear 

One of the most common misconceptions about high-velocity systems is noise. 

In reality, system performance depends on proper design and installation. 

“If it’s designed and installed properly, it’s not noisy—it’s more of a comfort sound,” says Steve Crozier, who manages customer relationships for Woodbridge GTA ClimateCare.  

Many homeowners are surprised by how quiet the system is, often noticing comfort first, rather than sound. 

Precision Installation Requires Specialized Expertise 

The Unico System is not a conventional HVAC solution—and that’s intentional. 

Delivering optimal performance requires: 

• Accurate system design and sizing 
• Trained, experienced installers 
• Attention to detail in challenging environments 

“Not just anyone can install or service a Unico System—you need to be trained properly,” says Andrew Laposta.  

That’s why Unico works closely with a network of Preferred Contractors who are trained to deliver consistent, high-quality results. 

Supporting Contractors, Delivering Better Outcomes 

For contractors, choosing the right system is only part of the equation and support matters. 

“One of the big reasons we choose Unico… is the support. It’s been A+,” says Fraser Hillis, who leads sales for Woodbridge GTA ClimateCare.  

This partnership ensures: 

• Responsive technical assistance 
• Ongoing training and education 
• Confidence in solving complex installations 

Built for Long-Term Comfort 

A properly installed Unico System is designed to perform for years to come but long-term comfort goes beyond installation. 

“We don’t just want to sell you a system—we want to be your HVAC partner for the next 10–20 years,” says Steve Crozier.  

That commitment reflects what homeowners truly value: 

• Service they can rely on 
• A contractor who stands behind their work 
• A system built to last 

A Better Way to Deliver Comfort 

Not every home is built for traditional HVAC but every homeowner expects comfort. 

The Unico System provides a solution that aligns with both modern expectations and existing home design. 

For contractors, it opens the door to solving problems others can’t. 
For homeowners, it delivers comfort—without compromise. 

About Woodbridge GTA ClimateCare 

Woodbridge GTA ClimateCare is a Unico Preferred Contractor serving the Greater Toronto Area, specializing in HVAC solutions for retrofit and historic homes. With decades of combined industry experience, their team focuses on delivering long-term comfort through expert installation, homeowner education, and ongoing service. 

Known for their ability to solve complex installation challenges—particularly in homes without existing ductwork—Woodbridge GTA ClimateCare partners with The Unico System to provide high-performance, minimally invasive comfort solutions that preserve the integrity of each home. 

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Pete estimates that 75% of Five Star’s business consists of residential installation and maintenance work, with most of it occurring in the Windy City’s iconic older housing stock as well as in many high-rise apartments and condominiums. “It’s why we love Unico so much,” he says, “its versatility offers many ways to solve thorny problems due to space restrictions, comfort demands, and efficiency requirements. When you’re dealing with as many niche applications as we do, you need a premium product that dependably meets your customers’ needs. For us, The Unico System is that premium product.”

Five Star HVAC’s relationship with Unico has even taken them to some interesting places outside of Chicago, having recently installed three Unico Systems in a log cabin hotel in the heart of Montana. Notes Pete, “Like many of the tough installations we tackle, this project simply wouldn’t have been possible without The Unico System.”

We look forward to hearing about more unique applications from the pros at Five Star HVAC Services in the years to come.

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