Monthly Archives: October 2013

Go Tankless!

2024-02-07T23:10:20+00:00Water Heaters|

The second highest usage of energy for Canadians is heating water – first is space heating. Finding ways to reduce hot water energy use can therefore be an important part of an overall plan to reduce household energy costs. Most water used in Canadian homes is heated in a traditional water heater tank. These tanks

Furnace Efficiency

2024-02-07T23:10:20+00:00Furnaces|

Huge gains in combustion efficiency have been made over the past decade in regard to forced air furnaces. The premium models available today can have as high as 98% efficiency. In 2010, Canada raised its minimum efficiency to 90 percent AFUE, eliminating the mid-efficient furnace option, which is still available in the U.S. While this

The Basics of Heating and Cooling

2024-02-07T23:10:20+00:00HVAC|

Heating when it’s cold, cooling when it’s hot. That’s as simple as you can put it. These are simple demands that are routinely met any time someone reaches for the thermostat for a little adjustment to the environment. But sometimes, and usually at the worst time, your air conditioner won’t run or your heater stops

6 Ways to Get the Most Out of Your Heating System

2024-02-07T23:10:20+00:00Winter|

The leaves beginning to change color and the days starting to become shorter are signs that fall is upon us and soon temperatures will be cool enough to turn on the heat. It’s not too early for homeowners to start thinking about transitioning their HVAC systems for the fall and winter heating season. But before flipping

Autumn House Prep

2024-02-07T23:10:20+00:00HVAC|

As autumn rolls in, it brings cooler temperatures and a change in weather patterns. To prepare for the seasonal change inspect your home thoroughly, inside and out. Water is the worst and most costly cause of home damage. It rots wood, drywall, and other materials, causes stains, rusts metal, aids mold growth, and attracts destructive

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