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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...
Natural Gas vs. Electric Stoves: Pros and Cons
Deciding what you cook with is an important decision when choosing new home appliances so it's good to know what’s best for your home: a natural gas or electric stove.
Natural Gas Stoves
The benefit of natural gas stoves is that they heat and cook food quickly. The downside is that not every home has a natural gas connection. Installing a new gas line in your home should only be done by a trained professional as the process is complex and Read More...
5 Reasons to Upgrade Furnace in Your Home
Upgrade furnace in your home and enjoy the benefits of new, hassle-free, efficient equipment.
You may not know it yet but upgrading furnaces could be a great investment for your home. If you have a furnace that’s 15 years old or older that has been giving you problems then you should be looking at an upgrade in the near future. It’s unwise to wait until your furnace finally breaks down to consider replacing it as this will leave you in Read More...
How Old is my Mid-Efficiency Furnace?
The age of your old mid-efficiency furnace is important information when budgeting for maintenance costs or knowing when to replace the system.
If you moved into a home and inherited its old HVAC system, there’s a good chance you don’t know the age of the system. Maybe you’re not sure of the furnace type either. We are here to help you with some tips to identify your mid-efficiency furnace and know its age. Once you know what kind of system Read More...
Furnace Repair Cost in Ontario
If your furnace is experiencing problems and is in need of repair, it's important to know how furnace repair cost can vary depending on its type and the source of the problem or malfunction.
Trying to make it through the Ontario winter with a broken furnace is a tough situation in itself. The situation can become even more unfortunate if you have no idea how much the repair is going to cost you. Luckily, we’re here to provide you with Read More...
Our Helpful Guide to Flushing Your Water Heater
Flushing your water heater regularly can prolong its lifespan and maintain its efficiency level for years to come.
When you purchase a water heater or any major appliance for your home, you purchase it with the intent to use it for many years. The lifespan of your water heater largely depends on how it was installed and how well it was maintained. It’s entirely common and normal for you as a homeowner to not know everything about water heater maintenance Read More...
Nest E or Nest 3 Thermostat
The Nest 3 smart thermostat adds convenience to your home comfort and saves you money on your monthly utility bill.
Heating and cooling accounts for roughly half of your home’s energy expenses making it one of the most expensive utilities in your home. Smart thermostats can help you manage this expense by saving you money and adding a layer of convenience. The Nest 3 thermostat allows you to enjoy home comfort all year round while still maintaining your home’s energy Read More...
Pros and Cons of Power Vent Water Heaters
Compared to direct vent systems, Power vent water heaters can be located anywhere, reduce the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning, and increase energy savings.
The term power vent is used to describe the way your water heater exhausts harmful combustion gases from your home. The two most popular venting configurations are power vent and direct vent. If you’re looking for a new water heater, understanding the difference between these water heater types is essential to finding the water heater that’s Read More...
DeMark Home Ontario Awarded Best of Houzz 2022
DeMark Home Ontario is proud to be awarded as the Best of Houzz 2022 for our consistently exceptional customer service!
For the seventh consecutive year, we are being recognized by the Best of Houzz 2022 list for customer service. DeMark Home Ontario is also recognized on Houzz as a “recommended professional” in the HVAC category.
We would like to thank our customers for their tremendous feedback on Houzz and across other platforms. We love receiving your feedback on our service and Read More...
Do I Need A Whole House Humidifier?
A whole house humidifier is an asset to your home as it helps with respiratory infections and skin allergies, as well as preserves the wooden materials found in your home.
Dry air in your home damages the wooden floors, doors, and furniture and can also aggravate respiratory infections and skin allergies. Opposingly, high humidity levels increases risk of mold, bacteria, and viruses. A whole house humidifier is intended to maintain the optimal humidity level in your home that is best Read More...