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Direct Energy reverses decision on negative-option contract changes
TORONTO – Media reports and public outcry has led Direct Energy to reverse a set of contract revisions just days after introducing them.
In the past month letters had been mailed out to customers of Direct Energy informing them of the contract change. The letter explained that on April 2nd, customers would be locked into a new agreement, that would force them pay for their old water tank if they want it removed. It would also apply to anyone who Read More...
Why buy a two stage variable speed furnace?
Traditional furnaces are designed to heat your home, and keep you warm during the coldest weather.
Therefore, they operate at one level - high. That means that every time your furnace starts and begins heating your home, it is putting out the maximum amount of BTU's that your furnace or HVAC system is designed for. The trouble with that is that in our area of the country the temperatures fluctuate and many winter days can be somewhat mild. On these Read More...
Direct Energy changes water heater renters to a new service agreement with a catch ( Video News )
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Direct Energy changes water heater renters to a new service agreement with a catch.
Sean O'Shea reports.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=81ZsjWFLzOM
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Are you tired running out of hot water?
Paying high energy bills?
Want to save money and reduce your carbon footprint?
Looking to do a conversion from electric hot water heater to gas water heater?
If you need to upgrade your old rental or owned hot water heater in Toronto and GTA to an energy efficient unit please contact us by phone or Read More...
Going Green?
Did you realize that nearly half the energy used at home is consumed by your heating and air conditioning system?
Now imagine how hard your system is working to keep you comfortable if the coils or air ducts are dirty.
Properly maintaining your heating and air conditioning system with routine maintenance can increase efficiency while decreasing your energy bills. There are many ways to “go green” at home, but one of the simplest and most cost-effective ways is with a tune-up. Read More...
How to Install a Humidifier
A whole-house humidifier can be the solution for those who are prone to sinus infections or respiratory conditions such as asthma and allergies.
A portable humidifier is an alternative but it can be a space-hog, noisy and difficult to keep clean. Installing a whole-house humidifier is a viable, do-it-yourself option.
Pre-Installation
Ensure that the temperature within the vicinity where you plan to install the humidifier does not ever drop below freezing. Extremely low temperatures can cause the humidifier system to malfunction.
Determine the Read More...
How often should you change the Air Filter for your Furnace?
Depending on the environment in which your furnace operates, most HVAC companies recommend all filters be changed at least twice a year. If your home is located in an area with a lot of dust or dirt, you may want to change them more often to prevent them from clogging up and diminishing the efficiency of your heating or air conditioning unit. However, there are other factors that will help you determine how often your air filters should be Read More...
Follow our simple tips on home water conservation for your home
Simple tips on home water conservation for your home
Install low-flow shower heads. Low-flow shower heads can cut your bathing water usage in half.
Check for faucet leaks, running toilets, and outdoor hose leaks. One running toilet alone can waste potentially thousands of gallons of water every month! Need assistance with your leaky faucet or pipe? Insulate pipes. Protecting your pipes from the cold means you spend less time, water, and energy heating your water.
Make sure your sprinklers water Read More...
Cleaning your Air Conditioner Registers
Air conditioner registers are commonly found on the ceilings of most rooms in your home.
Larger rooms may have two or more registers (vents) to circulate air throughout your home, and small rooms like closets may not have them at all. Like any other vent on any appliance in your home, the cleaner your ceiling registers are, the more efficiently they perform. And the more efficiently they perform, you got it ... the more money you save on energy costs!
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How to Clean a Furnace
Like everything else in your home, you want to keep your furnace clean.How to Clean a Furnace?
A build up of dirt and dust can mean a breakdown the efficiency of your heating system. And these days, who can afford to waste anything, let alone fuel. These steps apply whether you are doing gas furnace maintenance, oil or electric furnace.
Cut the power to your furnace by shutting off the breaker switch. Remove the front safety panel from your furnace. In Read More...
A catch in Direct Energy’s new ‘terms’
Direct Energy found a way in 2010 to protect itself from other water heater providers who were luring away its customers in droves.
Any Direct Energy customer with a new rental installed from September 2010 and on was switched over to a new "service" agreement.
The agreement comes with a few perks, including guaranteed service within 24 hours if customers are having hot water problems. If Direct Energy can't meet that guarantee, the customer's rental fee is waived for the next Read More...
