Got furnace problems? Wondering how long a gas furnace should last in Alberta—and whether it’s time to upgrade? Most high-quality furnaces are sturdy items that can easily last two decades. However, multiple factors affect longevity—from the brand to maintenance levels and more. A new furnace is a major investment in Alberta, with the average cost […]
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We all know how brutal Calgary winters can be, with temperatures regularly falling to -20 to -30 degrees Celsius for a few weeks at least and-5 to -15° C considered normal. Sometimes, however, the warming Chinook winds bring much milder weather for a period. With such unpredictability in the climate, how do you know what
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Homeowners in Calgary have been slow to switch to heat pumps compared to much of North America. Since 2022, Americans have bought more heat pumps than gas furnaces. The number of residential heat pumps installed in Canada doubled to over 800,000 units over the last two decades—but the majority of these were in Ontario and
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Only around one in fifteen Calgary households currently use heat pumps but that’s gradually changing. More homeowners in Calgary-style cold climates are considering the benefits of heat pumps as the technology improves and myths about their lack of heating slowly fade away. Because heat pumps both heat and cool the air and are so energy-efficient,
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All furnaces should be checked at least once a year before the main winter period to ensure efficient and safe performance—including the furnace vent pipe, which plays the critical role of channeling exhaust gases safely out of the home. An HVAC technician will check all piping during standard furnace maintenance but homeowners should also check
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What’s the best protection for your outside air conditioning unit during a midwinter blast from the polar vortex? Some Calgary homeowners cover their outside AC units in winter to protect them when they’re not in use from the threats of snow and ice. Is this the right move? Could it cause any damage to your
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When considering the real costs of a furnace or heat pump, the calculation should be two-fold: installation costs and running costs. The ongoing costs are nearly always a major consideration when choosing new HVAC equipment for homes because nobody likes high bills month after month. With our unique climate in Alberta, we’re fortunate to have
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The sight of any equipment in an HVAC system freezing up is alarming—especially if you also start to feel the indoor chill in winter because of it. It’s a surprisingly common problem for homeowners in Alberta, though—and, with a heat pump, there may be little to worry about if it doesn’t impact performance. Around 7
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Regular furnace cleaning is essential if you want to keep your family warm throughout the many cold months we have each year in Alberta. In addition to thorough cleaning of the main furnace components during regular furnace maintenance, you should also consider duct cleaning from time to time. Cleaning ducts is generally not necessary every
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Duct cleaning can be pricey so it’s important to decide whether you need it and what benefits you and your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system can expect from it.
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