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How does a furnace work?

A natural gas or propane high-efficiency furnace works like this: The furnace starts up when the thermostat senses that the temperature had dropped below a pre-set level. The ventor motor does a safety check to ensure the venting is clear, as determined by the pressure switch. The ignitor then ignites the burners inside the furnace…

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Is a humidifier necessary?

If the humidity in your home is lower than 30 percent on a hygrometer it is recommended that you consider a humidifier. Health Canada recommends a home’s relative humidity should be between 30 to 55 percent in the winter. Most homes require a humidifier in Canada due to the dry air created by our cold…

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What size furnace do I need?

Several factors affect the furnace size needed, including the size and age of your home, air flow, insulation, and how many windows and doors you have. To make sure you get the furnace size that best suits your needs, it’s crucial to have a professional visit your home to complete an evaluation to calculate heat…

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What is the lifespan of a furnace? When should a furnace be replaced?

The average lifecycle of a furnace is 15 years, but age isn’t the only factor that determines when to replace a furnace. How often you experience breakdowns, the quality of the initial installation and a heating system that’s improperly sized for your home could all shorten the lifespan of your furnace.

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How much does it cost to buy a new furnace?

The average price range of a typical new natural gas or propane high-efficiency furnace in Ontario ranges from $5,000 to $7,000+. This price includes standard installation from a fully-insured, licensed company, at least a one year warranty and all required licenses for installation. The cost of a new furnace is dependent on four factors: Environmental…

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What brands do you repair?

We repair all makes and models and we back the repair with a 90 day labour coverage & 1 year parts coverage*. * Warranty coverage applies only to the original problem. If a new problem appears it would not be covered.

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What types of equipment do you repair?

Natural gas and propane furnaces, boilers, central air conditioners, natural gas water heaters, plumbing, all of Enercare’s Rental/Advantage equipment.