August 22, 2024

If you spend a lot of time inside, the quality of the indoor air can matter a lot to your health and comfort. Pets, dust, smoke, cooking and cleaning all release particles into the air that can irritate your lungs and contribute to asthma symptoms. While opening windows can help by bringing fresh air directly…

August 20, 2024

If one of your gas appliances, like a furnace or water heater, was recently given a red tag by a gas technician, you likely have many urgent questions about what this means and how to take care of it. We’ve put together some common red tag questions to provide you with the answers you need…

August 16, 2024

If you’re about to buy a home, you’ll want to make sure the furnace, air conditioner and other HVAC equipment look good before taking possession. Heating and cooling systems can be expensive, so it’s in your best interest to know in advance whether everything is in peak condition — or if something has to be…

August 10, 2024

There are few things more frustrating than your air conditioning unit not working at the peak of summer heat. Without a functioning AC unit, your home becomes uncomfortable and your energy bills can spike. If your unit isn’t keeping you cool, try these 10 troubleshooting tips to get it back up and running before calling…

August 9, 2024

Your home should be a comfortable place with clean indoor air free of dust and other irritants. If you have a central heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system, a lot of that air will be circulated through your home’s air ducts — and you might wonder if those ducts need to be cleaned to…

August 8, 2024

Enhance Your HVAC System With a UV Light Air Purifier Although your HVAC system’s primary purpose is to keep you warm in the winter and cool in the summer, it can also play a key role in maintaining your home’s indoor air quality. Along with physical filters, UV lights can work with your HVAC system…

August 8, 2024

If you’re looking to buy an air conditioner, you might find yourself wondering which type of AC unit will work best for your home. While many people think a central air conditioner is ideal, not every home has the ductwork needed to accommodate a central AC unit. Fortunately, there are other options for staying cool…

August 7, 2024

Did you know that air-source heat pumps are quickly becoming the HVAC system of choice across North America? Their reliability has made them essential in Europe and Asia for decades, and Canadian households are increasingly making the switch: According to Statistics Canada, the number of heat pumps installed as primary home heating systems in Canada…

August 6, 2024

We all know how scorching hot Canadian summers can be — and how the heat can make it uncomfortable in our homes. If your living space isn’t set up for central AC, a window air conditioning unit is an effective alternative to stay cool. And while installing a window air conditioner by yourself may seem…