The Winnipegger’s Guide to Home Humidity

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The Winnipegger’s Guide To Home Humidity There are many benefits of humidifiers; they improve your comfort and can even improve your health and reduce wear and tear in your home. Humidity, however, varies from location to location. For Winnipeg in particular, humidifiers can be extremely beneficial, especially in the winter months.  Humidity in Winnipeg When […]Read More

THE BENEFITS OF WI-FI CONTROLLED THERMOSTATS

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Benefits Of Wifi Controlled Thermostats Wi-Fi controlled thermostats allow you to adjust the temperature of your home remotely, using the Internet on any device, including desktop computers, laptops, iPads and tablets and mobile phones. Wi-Fi controlled thermostats may seem like an unnecessary luxury, but there are many reasons to consider having one installed in your […]Read More

REASONS WHY YOUR FURNACE MIGHT BE LEAKING

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Reasons Why Your Furnace Might Be Leaking Have you uncovered a leak that seems to be coming from your furnace? Leaks should be attended to quickly since they can cause further damage to your furnace’s electrical and are a potential safety hazard. Here’s a list of the top five causes for a leaking furnace. A […]Read More

WHAT’S THE RIGHT FURNACE FOR YOUR HOME?

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What Is The Right Furnace For Your Home? Are you in the market for a new furnace? Knowing which one is right for your home can be a challenge with so many models and sizes to choose from. Here are a few factors to consider when comparing different units Size of your home The size […]Read More

WHEN SHOULD YOU REPLACE YOUR FURNACE FILTER?

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When Sould You Replace Your Furnace Filter? Many people aren’t aware of just how important regularly replacing their furnace filter can be. A clogged filter not only can cost you more on your utility bills by forcing the air handler to work harder. The filter can also heat up, causing your furnace to shut off […]Read More

FALL IS HERE! TIME TO GET YOUR FURNACE CHECKED

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Fall Is Here! Time To Get Your Furnace Checked The leaves are falling, and children are getting excited and planning for Halloween. If you don’t want spooky things happening when you turn on your heat for the cold months ahead, then now is the time to get your HVAC system inspected and ready for winter. Remember, your […]Read More

IS DUCT CLEANING A SCAM?

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Is Duct Cleaning A Scam? Over time, the ducts in your home can become obstructed with dirt, dust, and other debris. As a result, your HVAC systems will start providing poorer performance while consuming more power, which can seem insignificant but still build up to staggering sums. Similarly, you can expect the air quality of […]Read More

IT’S SPRING!

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When Is My AC Ready For Warmer Weather? can you make sure your air conditioner is ready for warmer weather? After a long, cold Winnipeg winter, it’s hard to imagine wanting to get away from the warmth of spring and summer. Having said that, spring is a great time to tune up your home’s air […]Read More

WHAT ARE COMMON PROBLEMS WITH AIR CONDITIONERS?

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What Are Common Problems With Air Conditioners? According to Murphy’s Law, anything that can go wrong will, and usually at the worst possible time. Air conditioning is no exception. Modern A/C  units are relatively trouble-free, but they always seem to fail at the most inconvenient time. Luckily, most problems are easy to fix or can […]Read More

10 ‘COOL’ FACTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AIR CONDITIONING

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10 ‘Cool’ Facts You Should Know About Air Conditioning Until the 20th century, dealing with hot weather meant sweating it out and fanning ourselves. Thanks to several innovations that led to today’s modern A/C, we’re now able to keep cool at the flip of a switch. Here we’ve summarized some interesting facts surrounding air conditioning […]Read More

CHOOSING THE BEST AIR CONDITIONER FOR YOUR WINNIPEG HOME

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The Best Air Conditioner For Your Winnipeg Home Not all air conditioners are created equal – especially when you factor in your home’s location. Due to being located in the Canadian Prairies, and its distance from both mountains and oceans, Winnipeg is exposed to numerous extreme weather systems. Not only is it considered one of […]Read More

HOW YOUR THERMOSTAT CAN SAVE YOU MONEY

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How Your Thermostat Can Save You Money Did you know you could save a lot of money simply by updating your thermostat or changing its settings? A non-programmable thermostat can waste up to 20% of your total energy usage each month! A programmable thermostat costs a little more up front than a regular thermostat but […]Read More

WHAT IS A HOME COMFORT INSPECTION AND WHY SHOULD YOU HAVE ONE DONE?

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Home Comfort Inspection And Why Should You Have One Done? When it comes to buying a new home comfort system, there are a number of factors to consider to make sure that what you buy will suit your needs and your home. For most homeowners, this can be intimidating, so it’s important to talk to […]Read More

MAKE SURE YOUR FURNACE IS ALWAYS READY TO TAKE WINTER BY STORM

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Make Sure Your Furnace Is Ready For Winter A furnace maintenance plan keeps you warm and cozy through winter’s worst weather Just like cooling systems and air conditioning are lifesavers in the warm summer months, a functional furnace is essential during winter months to keep your home comfortable, if not downright cozy. If you have […]Read More

LISTEN TO WHAT YOUR FURNACE IS TRYING TO TELL YOU – IT MAY BE TIME TO REPLACE IT

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Your Furnace – It Is Time To Replace It? Find out what furnace problems may be causing those noises you hear Like every other mechanical system, your furnace may make some noises while operating. While some of these noises can be normal, others can signal that something is not right. If not addressed quickly, you […]Read More

DISCOVER THE COMFORT OF A WHOLE HOUSE HUMIDIFIER

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Discover The Comfort Of A Whole House Humidifier When the days get colder, the air also becomes much drier. To add moisture to their homes, many people use humidifiers. While small, room-based humidifiers can replace some moisture, they may not be adequate to replace enough moisture throughout a home, especially a larger one. One alternative […]Read More

ASKING THE RIGHT QUESTIONS CAN HELP PREVENT FUTURE FURNACE REPAIRS

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Asking The Right Questions Can Help Prevent Future Furnace Repairs Your furnace is an imperative part of your home. During the colder months, you want to be sure your unit is working efficiently to provide the comfort you and your family need. When contacting a furnace repair technician to visit your home, take advantage of […]Read More

TIPS FOR REDUCING YOUR HEATING BILLS THIS WINTER

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Tips For Reducing Your Heating Bills This Winter Of all the utilities you rely on in the wintertime, nothing surpasses the need to heat your home effectively and efficiently. It may seem like costly heating bills are unavoidable in the winter, but there are many things you can do to lower your heating bills: Use […]Read More

HOW DO YOU KNOW WHEN IT’S THE RIGHT TIME FOR A NEW FURNACE?

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When Is The Right Time For A New Furnace? You have poured money and time into keeping your older furnace working like new, but even the most carefully maintained equipment will eventually need to be replaced. But how do you know when it’s time to replace your aging furnace with a new one? There are […]Read More

WHAT YOUR HVAC CONTRACTOR SHOULD PROVIDE FOR YOU

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What Your HVAC Contractor Should Provide For You There are certain things only a professional HVAC company can provide for you. Here’s a list of the top five from some of the most trusted sources available According to EnergyStar: Expect a home evaluation — The contractor should spend significant time inspecting your current system and home […]Read More

HEAT PUMPS FOR WINNIPEG

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Heat Pumps For Winnipeg What is a heat pump and should I have one installed? A heat pump is an electrical device that extracts heat from one place and transfers it to another. In colder months, it moves heat still present in outdoor air, into your home. In hotter months, the process reverses, and the […]Read More

PREPARING YOUR AC FOR SUMMER

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Preparing Your Ac For Summer AC and Furnace Maintenance: If you schedule your maintenance regularly for both your air conditioner and furnace, you will keep it working efficiently. Even before you turn on your air conditioner, you should schedule a maintenance checkup by an HVAC technician to prevent serious issues from happening. Several HVAC companies offer […]Read More

WHAT IS A UV AIR PURIFIER AND DO YOU NEED ONE?

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Uv Air Purifier – Do You Need One? If it has been many years since you’ve gotten a new heating or air conditioning system, you will likely be surprised at how many options and add-ons are now available. One of these is the UV air purifier, which works with your HVAC system to improve the effectiveness […]Read More

BENEFITS OF DUCT CLEANING

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The Benefits Of Duct Cleaning While the main goal of an HVAC system in your home is to heat and cool the air, it is also important that the air you breathe is clean and healthy too. This is even more important if you or someone in your home has allergies or asthma. Clean air […]Read More

HOW DOES UPGRADING YOUR AC UNIT SAVE MONEY?

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Does Upgrading Your AC Unit Save Money? A new air conditioning system can be a hefty investment, so most people only think about the up-front cost. Believe it or not, it’s usually more cost effective to purchase a new, energy efficient system rather than continuing to drop money into your old system. These are a […]Read More

WHAT IS SEER RATING?

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What Is Seer Rating? If you are already in the market shopping for a new air conditioner, you might have come across the term “SEER.” But what is SEER? How does it affect the over performance of your AC unit? Well, there are a lot of myths that surround the SEER value, but before we […]Read More

HOW CAN SAVE MONEY ON MY AC UNIT’S ENERGY COSTS?

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How Can Save Money On My AC Unit’s Energy Costs? The summer months mean long, sunny days and lots of outdoor activity. But when the heat rolls in, you’ll likely experience high energy bills from running your air conditioner. In order to minimize the damage, we must do all that we can for our energy-efficiency. […]Read More

CAN AIR CONDITIONING CAUSE HEADACHES?

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Can Air Conditioning Cause Headaches? Having an air conditioner is essential to combat those warm summer. But enjoying that ice-cold, amazing indoor air sometimes comes with some trade-offs. As you sit there enjoying the cool indoor air blowing through your home, have you ever had a headache come on? Keep the Aspirin Handy The unfortunate […]Read More

BENEFITS OF YEARLY FURNACE MAINTENANCE

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The Benefits Of Yearly Furnace Maintenance During the cold winter months, nothing is more important than your furnace. When temperatures are at their coldest, you need your heating system operating at peak performance. When these machines aren’t working like they should, it can mean using space heaters and bundling in blankets to stay cozy. In […]Read More

HOW DO UV AIR PURIFIERS WORK?

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How Do Uv Air Purifiers Works? Keeping a comfortable indoor environment in your home is vital to the happiness of you and your family. While that obviously means keeping it at ideal temperatures, it also means that the air quality is at a high level. When your indoor air is dirty and full of the […]Read More