Tweet There is a lot to consider when deciding whether or not to buy a two-stage furnace, including the seasonal temperature swings in Vancouver and, obviously, your budget. Families living in Vancouver and the surrounding area don’t often need the same kind of furnace output as families in North Bay, for example. What we can say for certain […]
The Real Reasons to Own Your New Tankless Water Heater
You probably found your way here because you’re having problems with your water heater. Before the problems started, when was the last time you thought about your water heater? Unless you wake up and are forced to have a cold shower or notice the hot water you need is coming out cool, chances are you haven’t thought […]
How Buying Your Hot Water Tank is More Affordable than Renting
If you’re like most homeowners in Vancouver and the surrounding cities and towns, you rent your water tank. It’s what your parents did. It’s what many of your colleagues do. It’s what everybody does! But it’s not the only option, and it’s not even the most affordable option. So why is everybody still doing it? Mostly […]
What is a Good SEER Rating for My AC?
If you are the kind of person who needs the best of the best, a good SEER rating for your AC is the highest on the market (at time of writing, 23 SEER). But the platinum package, highest efficiency air conditioner might not be right for everybody. In fact, most families stay comfortable, both physically and emotionally, […]
Ways to Save on Your Insane Air Conditioning Bills & Other Expenses
It’s possible to spend less money on your bills over the remainder of the summer without sacrificing any of the comfort and convenience you need at home. Most household bills come from just a couple places in the summer, and it doesn’t take hefty sacrifices to cut these costs. Follow these tips and keep more […]
Humidifiers in Vancouver | Keep Your Home Comfortable
Do you keep a humidifier in the bedroom through the winter? In the kids’ bedrooms? Anywhere else in the house? Some families leave space for a humidifier in every room, filling them all every day and going room to room before bed, turning each unit on individually. It’s not the most practical system, eating up […]
A Smart Home Upgrade | Buy a New Water Heater in Vancouver
Your water heater works constantly, and if it’s more than 8 years old, it probably works harder and wastes more energy than any appliance in the house. So: It’s at a higher risk of breaking down (because it’s old). It costs you more money to run (because it’s not nearly as efficient as a new model). It […]
Work Smarter & Save Money | New Year’s Resolutions For Your HVAC System
Make your HVAC system really work for you (and cost your family less) in 2018 Like most, you probably made a few casual resolutions for 2018. Lose weight & eat better. Spend less on unnecessary expenses. Plan a trip. Find a new job. You also may have some plans for your home too, such as […]
Spring Cleaning for Your HVAC System | Everything You Need to Stay Efficient
The important spring cleaning tasks for your HVAC system Spring cleaning can become a long, annoying chain of tasks. And it feels longer than it is when all you want to do is get out and shake off the winter cobwebs. It’s easy to run out of steam when maintenance on the air conditioner, ducts […]
My Furnace Is Leaking Water When The AC Is Running
Sure, it can sound like a serious problem, but most of the time this is just an indication of a clogged drain. It’s usually not an expensive repair item, but you shouldn’t ignore it because of this minor stature. Ongoing moisture and standing water around your heating and cooling equipment can lead to mold and […]
