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Gearing Up Your HVAC System for Summer Heat

June 27, 2023

As summer makes its entrance, it’s crucial to ensure that your HVAC system is prepped and ready to handle the sweltering heat. Here’s a list of 6 indispensable tips to get your HVAC system summer-ready: #1. Swap out your air filters Swapping out old, dirty air filters is a key step in prepping your HVAC system for the summer. Dirty filters can impede airflow and bring down your system’s efficiency, leading to higher utility bills and potential malfunctions. Regularly inspect your filters each month and replace them when necessary. #2. Tidy up your outdoor unit The

6 Easy Steps to a Clean Air Conditioner

June 22, 2023

Whether you’re living through sweltering summers or chilling winters, ensuring you and your family are comfortable and able to live your lives is a job taken up by your air conditioner/ HVAC system – a vital component of your home. However, just like every other machine and appliance in your home, you won’t get the best output, climate, or performance from your system if you’re not looking after it properly. That means regular maintenance is non-negotiable. In this guide, we’re bringing you six straightforward tips for maintaining a pristine HVAC

A Comprehensive Guide to the Six Main Types of HVAC Systems

June 12, 2023

As HVAC technicians providing top-notch home comfort services, we understand the importance of a fully functioning heating and air system to maintain an ideal indoor environment, irrespective of external weather conditions. Despite this, many property owners grapple with understanding the different types of HVAC systems available and how each operates to provide comfort and quality indoor air. Having this knowledge is crucial as it directly influences how you maintain, replace, and upgrade your existing system for optimal performance. In this detailed guide, our team members will delve into the six primary

The 5 Most Controversial Heat Pump Questions Answered

June 10, 2023

Are you a curious homeowner wanting to demystify the truths and fables about your heat pump? Well, you’re in luck! Today, we’re diving into an energetic conversation that will not only enlighten you and your knowledge as a capable homeowner but could potentially shrink your energy bills and get better results from your existing system. We’re rolling up our sleeves to tackle the top 5 most debated questions on heat pumps and deliver you the need-to-know details! What Is the Downside of a Heat Pump? Heat pumps are lauded as the green

Why Combine UV Light with Your Water Softener System

May 26, 2023

If you have a water softener, you probably already understand why monitoring your water quality is so important. We live in an age where water can be contaminated in many ways. From the build-up of substances from national and domestic pipes, fixtures, and heaters to the chemicals used to treat the water to make it drinkable, modern water goes through a lot, and using a softener is one way to deal with it. In this guide, we’ll share the lowdown you need to know when it comes to understanding your drinking water’s makeup and

Top 10 Culprits Behind HVAC Airflow Disruptions

May 23, 2023

As experts in the field of HVAC systems, we recognize the vital importance of efficient airflow for optimal home comfort and energy savings. Yeah, that sounds technical, but on a day-to-day basis, a broken, inefficient HVAC system will leave your home’s climate feeling much less than desirable. What’s more, airflow problems not only result in an uncomfortable living environment but also lead to increased energy bills and degraded indoor air quality. So, how do these benefits sound to you? Your home being a space you actually like spending

8 Things You Shouldn’t Do When Your AC Is Broken

May 10, 2023

When you experience a problem with your home’s air conditioner, you may feel stressed because you’re too warm, combined with the fear of the cost of repairs. Unfortunately, the excess heat in your home may inhibit your thought process and lead to decisions that’ll cost you more in the long run. Consider these eight things you should avoid when your AC isn’t working properly. 1. Keep Trying to Use Your AC It’s tempting to ignore the initial symptoms of a problem with your air conditioner. You may notice that there’s little air coming from your vents, that the

8 Myths: Heat Pumps vs. Furnaces

May 8, 2023

Discover the truth about heat pumps and furnaces as we debunk eight common myths for homeowners in the Waterloo and Guelph area. Stay informed and save on your energy bills. As a homeowner in the Waterloo and Guelph area, you’re likely looking for the most efficient and cost-effective ways to keep your home comfortable year-round. Let’s face it, the climate here is all over the place, with the summers being some of the hottest in the country and the winters being about as dark and as cold as it gets.

Energy Saving Opportunities in Your HVAC System this Summer

May 1, 2023

Increasing energy efficiency starts with understanding the energy usage of your home and your appliances. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions related to heating and cooling equipment. These answers may give you an understanding of how to gauge whether your HVAC equipment is energy efficient or not and provide new opportunities for energy savings. How to improve the energy efficiency of your HVAC system? Check the vents, change the air filter and keep it clean, clear the drain line, clean the outdoor unit from debris, keep your doors and windows

Canada’s Air Conditioning Guide for 2023

April 28, 2023

As Canadian summer creeps in, air conditioning becomes the talk of the town. Humidity rises and the need for a cool space to rest becomes crucial. Consider this your official guide to staying cool in the summer of 2023. We will answer the most frequently asked questions around air conditioning units and provide tips on how to use your AC (Air Conditioner) so that it lasts longer, how to know if it is time for a replacement and even how to change your filter to fight seasonal allergies. What should I do if my air

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