Tag Archives: Maintenance
Why Is My Energy Bill So High
The winter time means less sunlight, the bitter cold, and with this comes an increase on your monthly energy bill.
Canada is known for its cold and snowy winters, so for us Canadians to cope with the weather we of course need the use of some of our household appliances. Whether it be your furnace, your water heater, space heater, light bulbs, etc. your household appliances all see great use during the winter months. You need to keep yourself and Read More...
Oversized Furnace Causes Short Cycling
Installing an oversized furnace in your home can lead to a number of problems, with short cycling being at the top of the list.
A common held belief amongst homeowners is that the bigger the furnace, the better it will perform. The truth is that this is simply not the case. An oversized furnace can be the source of many of your HVAC problems, such as a loud air conditioner or a substantial increase on your utility bills. Problems such Read More...
Enbridge Warning Tag
An Enbridge warning tag, often called a red tag, is put on a water heater or furnace by a licensed technician to show that the piece of equipment is no longer safe to operate.
The most common reason for a furnace or water heater to receive an Enbridge warning tag is because of a carbon monoxide leak. If a licensed technician detects that there is a defective heat exchanger then they are obligated to place an Enbridge warning tag on Read More...
Water heater safety tips
Water heater safety is a topic which is often overlooked in many households, but if you want to be certain that your home is a safe household then it definitely deserves some attention.
Although your water heater stays out of site and out of mind for the majority of the time you’re at home, it’s important to not forget about performing regular maintenance to ensure safety and so that your heating equipment is running efficiently. Getting to know a little Read More...
Choosing a New Furnace Filter
When choosing a furnace filter many people seem to forget that their price isn’t the only factor which makes each variety different from the others.
Almost all types of furnace filters are disposable, but they all offer their own unique qualities which could be crucially important for the needs of your family or yourself, especially when it comes to allergies and other conditions or circumstances which exist in your household. So, before you make your decision on your new furnace Read More...
HVAC problems?
Do you have HVAC problems? Get comfortable finding a contractor
It keeps you warm in icy winter and cool in the summer heat, but how much do you really know about your HVAC? Sure, you control it with the thermostat on your wall, but let’s face it, there was also a time you weren’t entirely sure what HVAC stood for. Don’t worry, you’re not the only one (it’s Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning, by the way).
While the ‘heat’ and ‘cool’ options Read More...
Holiday home energy savings
This holiday season, don’t blow all your money on your electrical and heating bills, learn about energy savings today and spend those extra bucks on the people you love.
Whether it be the holiday lights or the overnight house guests, the holidays are often when people see a big jump on their utility bills. Lucky for you, it is possible to keep the holiday cheer alive and make room for energy savings by making a few smart moves ahead of Read More...
Why does your furnace smell
Your furnace is supposed to keep your home comfortable and cozy during the winter season, but a nasty furnace smell can do just the opposite.
You may be wondering what that smell is and where it is coming from. The foul furnace smell must be somewhere in your furnace/duct system and is being circulated throughout the home by your furnace blower fan. The smell could be a variety of things and it is important to be able to distinguish between Read More...
Furnace noise you should be aware of
Unusual furnace noise is something many people pass on as not being a big deal, but really it could indicate that there’s a much bigger underlying problem.
Your furnace usually produces a moderately quiet humming or buzzing noise, this is totally okay, it just means that your furnace is on and is working. Any other furnace noise besides this humming sound is what could indicate that there’s a problem with your home’s furnace unit. But how do you know if Read More...
Your Home Heating and Fire Safety Tips
Knowing the do’s and don’ts of your home heating system is more important than you may think.
The leading cause of fires in the home is the improper use of heating equipment. These fires often happen during the winter season as this is when you’ll be using your home heating system most frequently. This winter season, DeMark Home Ontario not only wants to keep you warm, but also safe from fire hazards in your home. The following is a list Read More...
