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What is a Combi Boiler?
Have you ever wished you could save space in your house by reducing the number of large appliances you have? Or perhaps you’ve wished there was a way to combine similar functions in your home, such as heating water and heating the house, in a single device? If this sounds…
5 Most Common Signs Of A Gas Leak To Be Aware Of
Many Canadians rely on natural gas to power their home appliances including stoves, furnaces, and dryers. Natural gas is so popular because of its abundance in Canada, its high combustibility and therefore heat output, and many cities have the piping infrastructure to direct as much as gas as needed into…
Six DIY Central Air Conditioning Repairs To Avoid
It’s understandable that many people want to save money when they can. After all, it’s hard to make, but easy to spend, and when it’s something more mundane, such as repairing a broken AC system, it can feel like money that’s going down the drain. Central air conditioning, however, is…
Should You Invest in Air Quality Testing?
You might not even realize it, but your home’s air quality could be affected by numerous microscopic factors that can have a serious impact on the health and comfort of your family. Obviously, we need oxygen to survive, but if your indoor air is full of bacteria and other harmful…
Five Reasons To Get A Fall Furnace Tune Up
2017 was an especially warm summer for Pickering and the GTA, in general we had a few heat waves that extended all the way into Thanksgiving weekend! Don’t let that warmer autumn weather fool you, when winter comes you’ll still be relying on the comfort of your furnace to keep…
Advantages of a Split System Air Conditioner
A split system air conditioner includes an outdoor unit with a compressor and condenser, plus an indoor unit that contains an air handler. Typically, there’s a lineset between these two units that houses copper refrigerant tubing, a power cable and a drain for condensation. Split systems are different from packaged…
Are Washable Furnace Filters A Good Idea?
Homeowners who are tired of changing out disposable furnace filters every few months might be interested in learning about washable furnace filters as a longer term option. There are many benefits to using a washable furnace filter, but there are also a few downsides that you should be aware of…
The Best Tankless Water Heater Models
If you are considering upgrading to a tankless water heater for your home, you have come to the right place. Tankless water heaters come in a variety of models and sizes. Let’s take a look at some of the best options. Navien NR-210/NR-210A With the Navien NR-210 in your home,…
5 Energy Saving Tips for the Summer
There are a number of reasons that people should put effort into saving energy in summer. For starters, the cost of energy is very expensive, and though you may feel comfortable in an air conditioned home, your bank account may think otherwise. Furthermore, excessive energy use can contribute to serious problems…
What is a Hydronic Air Handler?
If you haven’t heard of a hydronic air handler, you are not alone. Hydronic air handlers have emerged as a popular furnace replacement for those who choose to get rid of their old HVAC system or build an entirely new home. It has become quite popular because it requires less…