Heating/Cooling Blog

The Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value (MERV) is a number that gives the efficiency of an air filter at its lowest performing level. Using the MERV number system, you can compare furnace filters to determine the most efficient option for your particular use.

Rumor has it that there is more to your HVAC system than meets the eye. While it's a common fact that HVAC systems keep us cool in the summer and toasty in the winter, there are a few misconceptions that surround these systems.

When talking about home allergens, many people think of pollen from trees, plants, and grass, carried by the wind. However, the list of common home allergens extends far beyond pollen.

Central air conditioning has made living through Canadian summers much more pleasant.

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If you live in an older home, you may be dreading the coming warm months. It can get hot and stuffy in your house very quickly without proper ventilation, and even with the windows open, it may be too hot to feel any relief.

HVAC systems play a critical role in keeping your home comfortable through varying seasons, that’s why it’s important to keep them running in tip-top shape with regular maintenance.

For most people, their home’s HVAC system heats and cools the entire home whenever it is running. Sure, you can close vents in unused rooms to redirect some of the flow, but there is a lot of energy being wasted heating and cooling them.

A programmable thermostat is an increasingly popular way to adjust the temperature of your house according to a set of pre-programmed settings that take effect at different times of the day.

Whether you replace your heating system or look to set up one for a new build, one major decision point is choosing between baseboard heat and forced air. Some of the variables to consider include the following:

With International Earth Day coming up on April 22, it’s our duty to put in some extra effort into taking care of the planet. However, as with many things, it all starts at home.

With more and more adults working from home, and an increasing number of students completing their education online, it is more important than ever to keep the risk of indoor air pollution as low as possible.

Most of us have homes with rooms or spaces above the garage. However, when the cold temperatures come, this empty space often circulates cold air, creating a chilly temperature that leaves us feeling cold and weary.

Keeping your home heated adequately throughout our brutal Canadian winters is crucial for your family’s comfort.

Humidity in our homes is both a blessing and a curse. Much of Canada faces exceptionally dry winters and oppressively humid summers. This means we’re trying to increase humidity during part of the year, and remove it quickly during other times.

When shopping for a new HVAC (heating ventilation & air conditioning) unit, you will probably come across the term “BTU”.

Older homes have their charms, and plenty of quirks too. One thing that old houses seem to have in common is difficulty in heating them efficiently.

Dry indoor air is one of the most common challenging aspects of winter. It also causes a wide range of health issues, such as the following:

• Worsens of triggers asthma, bronchitis, sinusitis, and other respiratory ailments

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Now that the weather is getting colder, most people will be turning on their furnaces for the first time in months. While it’s normal to keep the furnace turned up and running all day, you might run into some issues after not using it for a while.

If you’re wondering what temperature to set your thermostat in the winter season, you’re not alone. Frequently adjusting the heat settings can potentially consume a lot of energy.

Winter in Canada means keeping your home as warm as possible, sealing up any drafts to keep the heat in and the cold out. This helps our home’s heating system to work more efficiently and avoid wasting energy.