Tag Archives: Efficiency ratings
Single Stage vs Two Stage Furnace
Is there a difference between single stage and two stage furnace?
Buying single stage or two stage furnace is one of the most common questions homeowners ask when shipping for new high efficiency heating equipment. To better understand the difference between the two imagine a car that has only one speed and can only go at that speed not a kilometer more or less, no matter how hard you are going to press the gas it will not go any Read More...
Understanding Furnace Efficiency
Furnace Efficiency Level in today’s heating equipment is much higher than those manufactured 20 years ago.
New Furnace Efficiency levels these days are all High Efficiency of 90% and higher due to the new technology and features that have emerged in the HVAC industry in recent years. All new furnaces that are being installed these days are mandatory to have efficiency rating of at least 90 % AFUE as per the Canadian Federal Government requirements.
So what does the Furnace Efficiency Read More...
Reasons why bigger heating cooling system is not always best solution for your home
Heating Cooling System - Bigger is not always Better
When it comes to purchasing new heating cooling system, proper system sizing is the first thing that must be considered. Improper heating cooling system sizing will cost you more money in future instead of savings. If your old units were not cooling or heating your home properly it doesn’t mean that bigger units would solve the problem. When you are thinking about new furnace and air conditioning units, it does not Read More...
Energy Tips for House Cooling
Did you know you can save energy and money with few simple house cooling energy tips?
Passive house cooling is the least expensive means of cooling a home in both financial and environmental terms. Passive house cooling keeps heat from building up in the first place in your home and circulates air to generate a feeling of coolness. Every summer we spend hundreds of dollars on energy bills to keep our homes cool during hot days. But try these passive Read More...
HVAC system Spring Check Up
HVAC system requires check up before each season
As the winter season is almost over it is the time to do check up and tuning up on your HVAC system as it can be a mess after a long cold season. HVAC system not only heats your home during the winter but it also helps to cool down your home during the hot summer days as it circulates cold air through the home. Pre season check up on your heating Read More...
HVAC Enbridge Rebates IESO Incentive up to $2750
Enbridge Rebates - Home Energy Conservation Program
If you are an Enbridge customer who is considering home energy upgrades you can receive up to $2100 in Enbridge Rebates and up to $650 IESO Incentive. Enbridge Gas Distribution is continuing The Home Energy Conservation Program in 2017 for customers in York Region, the City of Toronto (including the GTA), and select areas of Peel, Durham, Ottawa and Niagara which helps customers in improving their home’s energy efficiency with Enbridge Rebates. Upgrades can Read More...
Furnace financing as low as $29/month
Furnace financing is simple and affordable with Enbridge* Billing Service
There are many purchasing options available to homeowners when replacing old furnace to a new high efficiency model. Some customers prefer to purchase equipment upfront and pay the full cost of the unit and installation when others favour rental and financing options. Furnace financing or rent is available for as low as $29/months to customers who either don’t have the upfront capital to purchase new high efficiency furnace or rather Read More...
7 Ways to Save Energy this Holiday Season
The holiday season is nearly here. Save Energy with holiday Tips
Holiday planning requires a lot of energy, but most people are not thinking about energy usage when it comes to holiday lights, beautiful decorations, cooking, and entertaining but everyone wants to save energy.
Here are some suggestions that can help you save energy during the holiday season.
Decorate you home with LED Holiday Lights - LED lights are the bright and smart choice when decorating your home. Also, LED light strings Read More...
Do you need Furnace Repair or Replacement?
When is time for a furnace repair or replacement?
If your gas furnace is failing and causing you problems then it may be a time for a furnace repair or replacement. If it is cold outside and furnace is the fundament of your home comfort but you can no longer rely on it then you need to look at few factors when deciding on furnace repair or replacement. Often it is best to contact your local HVAC contractor and seek Read More...
What is Vampire Electronics? Or how to Save Energy
Save Energy in your home
You may not realize it but even when our appliances and devices are powered off but still plugged in, they are using power. This is known as “vampire electronics”.
And this can have significant impact on a consumer’s wallet. Vampire electronics can add more than $100 per year to your electricity bills.
Here are a few suggestions you can do to reduce your electricity usage thus reduce your hydro bills, save energy and make your wallet thicker Read More...
