Load Management System A load management system (LMS) is a great, budget friendly option for those who add a large electrical load to their house. Instead of requiring the utility to shut down the power for a few hours, and the electrician to upgrade the meter, panel, and wires coming into the home, an LMS […]
Service Upgrade With the increase in electrical demand in the home, homeowners face a challenging question. Do I need to upgrade my electrical service? The simple answer is…. maybe. In other words, it depends on your situation. So, let’s try to answer this question: Do you need to upgrade your service? Let’s start with amps […]
5 Reasons You Should Schedule Annual Furnace Maintenance (Before You Need It!) Most homeowners only think about their furnace when the heat stops working — usually on the coldest night of the year! Annual maintenance is one of the smartest (and easiest) things you can do for your home. Here are the top 5 reasons […]
Should I Repair or Replace My Furnace?The Age Old Question One of the most common questions homeowners ask HVAC technicians is: “Should I repair my furnace, or is it time to replace it?”It’s rarely a simple yes-or-no answer, but a few clear guidelines can help you make a smart, informed decision. 1. Check Your Warranty First Most […]
Types of Furnaces Mid efficiency furnaceA mid-efficiency, non-condensing furnace has an 80% to 90% Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency (AFUE). This furnace type will vent exhaust gases out of the home, generally through the roof. This type of furnace is no longer available to Canadian homeowners. As of January 1, 2010 all new furnaces in Canada […]
Heat Pumps vs Air Conditioners What is the difference between the two? The main difference in functionality between the two is that a heat pump can cool and or heat your home whereas an air conditioner can only cool. The heat pump extracts heat from the cold outside air and transfers it inside our home using […]
Tank vs Tankless Water Heaters Energy Efficiency Tankless– More energy efficient as they heat water on demand which result in lower energy consumption and potentially reduced utility bills. Energy Efficiency Storage Tank – Store large amount of water and keep it heated, which can lead to energy losses due to standby heat loss (the heat […]
