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Tips for the Thermostat – Ways to Save Money
How to set your thermostat to save energy and money. Tips for the Thermostat settings.
When you’ll be out for an evening, turn down the thermostats. If you’ll be away for a weekend or more, lower the thermostats to 55 F. You’ll save on heating without risking a freeze-up of your water pipes.
Whenever you can lower your thermostat dramatically for a few days or more, you’ll save a little on the operation of the refrigerator and freezer, which won’t need to Read More...
Energy Savings at Home ( Water Heater )
How to save on electricity, heating, cooling and water bills. Energy Savings at Home ( Water Heater )
There are a number of things you can do to save energy in every room of your home. Turning off the lights is always a good start to save energy and money. But, are you aware of other ways to reduce your energy bill even more?
Are you heating water unnecessarily? Here's how you can stem the flow of wasted energy.
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Direct Energy forces strike as demands hurt workers and customers
TORONTO, April 18, 2012 /CNW/ - About 550 Direct Energy workers, members of the Communications, Energy and Paperworkers Union of Canada, are now on strike.
"As our customers did with the new terms and conditions on rental water heaters, it is now our turn to take a stand on a living wage, balancing work and family and being paid a fair salary and fair benefits from a company that continues to make large profits," says Dave Moffat, CEP's Ontario Administrative Read More...
Direct Energy Water Heater Rental Rates Increase 2012
Direct Energy customers will experience rental rates increase in the year 2012 for their rental water heaters.
Direct Energy Water Heater rental rates 2012 .
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History of Rental Water Heaters in Ontario
Are you looking to replace your old rental or owned hot water heater in Ontario to an energy efficient model? Are looking to switch from your existing rental water heater provider such as Enercare or Reliance to another Read More...
Potential service disruptions at Direct Energy
Potential service disruptions at Direct Energy add to company's consumer relations problems
OTTAWA, March 19, 2012 /CNW/ - Ontario's Direct Energy's controversy over water heater rental contracts have been complicated by potential service disruptions resulting from contract negotiations with their workforce.
About 550 full-time and part-time members of Communications, Energy and Paperworkers Local 975, representing both clerical and operational employees, have given their bargaining committee an overwhelming strike mandate. The CEP members provide plumbing, water heater, heating, ventilation and air conditioning Read More...
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 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...
