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What New SEER2 Standards – Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps
As of Jan 1, 2023, a new, updated efficiency rating called SEER2 is being used for air conditioners and heat pumps.
If you’re shopping for a new air conditioner in 2023 and beyond, you have likely come across the term “SEER2” during your search. You may be wondering what SEER2 means and why it's especially relevant for you as someone looking for improved home comfort. We’re here to give you an easy and digestible rundown on the updated efficiency rating Read More...
How to Resolve an Enbridge Gas Warning Tag or Red Tag
An Enbridge Gas Warning Tag or Red Tag on your furnace or water heater means that a licensed gas technician considered the equipment to be unsafe to operate.
The most common reasons that equipment receives an Enbridge Gas Warning Tag or Red Tag is because of improper installation or venting related issues that put you at risk of a carbon monoxide leak, which is dangerous and could potentially be life threatening.
Licensed and TSSA certified gas technicians are required by law Read More...
Who Pays for a Water Heater in a Rental Property?
A common question we get from customers is who pays for a water heater in a rental property?
Purchasing a water heater outright can be expensive with the equipment costing a thousand to a few thousand dollars depending on the size, brand, model, and energy source, plus the installation cost can amount to an additional several hundred to a few thousand. Water heater rental has become a popular alternative in Ontario for people who are interested in all the benefits Read More...
What is a Blower Motor / Blower Fan?
The blower motor in your HVAC system is the powered machine that makes hot or cool air flow throughout your home.
If you’re doing research online about troubleshooting an HVAC issue or are looking to upgrade your heating and cooling system, you will find that these complex machines have a lot of components working to keep you comfortable at home. As a homeowner it’s not necessary to know the inner workings of each and every moving part, but we’ll focus Read More...
Is a Bigger Air Conditioner Better?
Finding the proper A/C size for your home is important because a bigger air conditioner does not always mean better.
Warm weather is just around the corner and for the sake of your home comfort it is important that your air conditioner is in working order before the heat hits. And if you currently have an aging, problematic AC, now would be a great time to consider a replacement. A common misconception is that a bigger air conditioner is always Read More...
Choose the Best Tankless Water Heater for Your Home
Finding the best tankless water heater for your home is an affordable and efficient solution to your family’s hot water needs.
Many customers choose a tankless water heater when upgrading their system for their benefits of efficiency, affordability, and convenience. There are a selection of brands manufacturing excellent equipment so choosing the best tankless for you is just a matter of being informed on the trusted manufacturers. We hope that this article gives you all the necessary information if you’re Read More...
DeMark Home Ontario Recognizer as 2023 HomeStars Best of Award Winners
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We are so proud to announce that DeMark Home Ontario has been selected as 2023 Best of Award Winner by HomeStars and it’s all thanks to our customers! This could not have been done without the dedication of our team and our valued customers, and for that, we are very grateful to you all.
The HomeStars Best of Award has been an annual event since 2009. HomeStars rewards businesses that exemplify the three pillars of integrity, customer service and consistency.
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Is A Ducted Heat Pumps A Good Idea In Canada
A Ducted Heat Pumps can be a good option for those living in climates with a mild winter.
If you need guidance in choosing your home’s new heating and cooling system we would be happy to bring you up to speed on the options you can choose from – this article’s focus will be heat pumps. Our guide to heat pumps is here to answer all the important questions you might have when making this important choice for your home.
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Air Conditioner Financing
Hot summer days can be quite brutal if you’re at home without an air conditioner to keep you cool. There’s simply nothing quite like sleeping in a cool, comfortable home after a hot summer day. That’s why investing in your home comfort is so important. You might think that getting a new air conditioner is a costly and time-consuming endeavor, but that doesn’t have to be the case. Air conditioner financing allows you to get all the home comfort Read More...
If My Home Furnace Is 20-Years-Old, Should I Replace It?
Don’t wait until it’s too late to replace your home furnace, upgrading to new equipment will improve your home comfort and could save you money in the long term.
A furnace can last you decades if properly maintained. Although, in any case, if your home furnace is over 20 years old it's probably in your best interest to think about a replacement. This is because once furnaces are over 15 years of age they often start to cause frequent problems Read More...
