Replacing Furnace? 6 Signs It Won’t Make Through Winter

are furnaces bad for the environment

Edmonton’s winter is a trying time for a number of reasons, from anxiety about driving to the extra layers of clothing needed just to step outside to the constant backaches from shoveling snow. Spring usually can’t come fast enough. One issue that compounds those frustrations is wondering whether or not the furnace will make it…

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5 Key Factors to Consider Before Buying Residential Furnaces

Residential Furnace

When purchasing some items the options are fairly limited and/or unimportant. It’s not a huge deal-breaker if a cooler holds 48 or 60 beverages or if a backpack is red or blue. Unfortunately when it comes to appliances and equipment for the home the details are what make the purchase such an excruciating task. One…

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Central Furnace | Why Furnaces and A/C Go Hand In Hand

Central AC-Furnace Unit

There was a time when a central air HVAC system was reserved only for the most debonair of citizens nestled high in their mansions overlooking the hills. Of course that period was ages ago and in many homes central air is not an upgrade, it’s the normal. That being said there are a number of…

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5 Secondary Heating Options for Your Edmonton Home

Navien Combi Boiler

Many of us put our safety and the comfort of our homes in the sole hands of a furnace during the bitter winters. With an annual tune-up, regular changing of the filters and as long as the unit isn’t decades old there should be no reason to worry about expensive furnace repairs. That being said…

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Dangers of Missing Even One HVAC Inspection

Furnace Inspection

For the most part, the furnace does its job adequately and thus, flies under the radar. Because ‘old reliable’ fires up usually without any fanfare every winter, it’s easy to fall into the temptation of foregoing the recommended HVAC inspection. After all, you change your filters regularly and don’t hear any awkward clanging so the…

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How to Achieve High Furnace Air Quality During Cold Months

Indoor Air Quality

Unless you’re “lucky” enough to work outside during the cold winter months it’s easy to feel like a hermit crab from around late November to early April every year. Besides the fact that it’s dark so early there really aren’t a whole lot of outdoor activities to partake in when the temperatures are in the…

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How to Change a Furnace Filter in 10 Seconds Flat

Changing Furnace Filter

If you do one thing this winter season in regards to your furnace, make sure you change your filter often. Changing your furnace filter is a 10-second job that many homeowners overlook, thus causing numerous issues with the quality of air in the home and the cost of utility bills. Some people do have an…

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What to Do When Furnace Smells Like Burning?

when furnace smells like burning

Winter can be harsh without a furnace in your home or office. Furnaces provide comfort and warmth during the cold months, making them essential appliances. However, like any appliance, they can malfunction and cause problems. One issue that should be addressed immediately is a burning smell from the furnace. A burning smell can indicate a…

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Why Natural Gas Furnace Is Best

High Efficiency Gas Furnace

Why natural gas furnace is best! Find out why natural gas furnaces are better than other heating systems you can find on the market. The reason why a natural gas furnace is the best choice can vary from the obvious to its undeniable significance. If you have your reservations in the past whether a natural…

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How to Find Rebates for a High Efficiency Furnace

High Efficiency Furnace

One of the many gripes that people give for putting off installing a new high efficiency furnace is that ‘we just can’t afford it right now’. While it’s true that money can be tight, paying 150% for utility bills due to an old furnace or poor insulation around the house is financially irresponsible just the…

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