The HVAC system is likely the single biggest guzzler of energy in your home. In fact, household heating accounts for almost two-thirds of the total residential energy use (electricity and natural gas) across Canada. Installing energy-efficient HVAC appliances like furnaces, air conditioners, and heat pumps is essential. But how do you know how energy-efficient a […]
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To maintain healthy indoor air quality, it helps to know where the air circulating through your home comes from. Specifically, many homeowners ask whether the furnace fan brings in outside air to circulate through the ductwork—or does it originate from within the home and is simply “recycled”? Here’s what you need to know… Does the
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If you’re researching new furnace options and comparing furnace models online, you need to compare like for like. That means understanding furnace sizing as well as furnace types, efficiency, brands, and more. Furnace size refers to its heating capacity rather than the dimensions of the unit. The size of the furnace you need in Alberta
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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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