4 Types of Generators Ottawa Homeowners Should Know Power outages are generally caused by extreme weather such as lightning, ice storms or strong winds, all of which will be familiar to any Ottawa homeowner. For the cautious among us, occasional blackouts are reason enough to invest in a generator, but for some households, especially those […]
As of January 1st, 2023, the Government of Canada has changed the way energy efficiency standards for HVAC systems are measured, and increased the minimum allowable standard in the process. These air conditioner and heat pump energy efficiency requirements will help Ottawa homeowners save energy and money. Moving forward, when evaluating new HVAC systems, the […]
In order to keep your home cool in summer and warm in winter there are few things more essential than a reliable HVAC system. Depending on where you live in the Ottawa and surrounding area will likely influence your HVAC equipment choice. For example, in rural areas such as Greely, Constance Bay, and Dunrobin, where […]
For homeowners still relying on oil furnaces, there is a new lucrative government rebate that offers an opportunity to switch to more energy-efficient alternatives. The Canada Greener Homes Grant has introduced a new extension to the program called the Oil to Heat Pump Affordability Program, which aims to incentivize homeowners to make their homes more […]
There are two primary options when it comes to home cooling systems: heat pumps and air conditioners. Recent technological advancements have made heat pumps even more efficient and more appealing to homeowners looking to save on energy bills and help the environment. With heat pumps here to stay it’s important to understand how these systems […]
No matter if it’s summer or winter, it’s recommended that you maintain a relative humidity level of 40-60% in your house. However, the exact percentage within that range can vary depending on individual preferences. If the relative humidity drops below 30%, experts suggest using a humidifier to add moisture to the air, while if it […]
AC – Air Conditioning for medical tax write off: Did you know that your Air Conditioner and air purifier may qualify for tax refunds as a medical expense? It’s true! If you suffer with asthma, allergies, or any other health issue that would benefit from cleaner air or more controlled temperature settings you can claim […]
How to Minimize Exposure When You Need Home Services. This article has been written to help Ottawa homeowners minimize exposure when they have to hire a professional to provide home services during a pandemic. Home services include services and installations for: plumbing heating air conditioning water heater or tankless duct cleaning maid services electrician appliance […]
SAFE ESTIMATING PROCEDURE (including no or minimal contact and safe distancing) We are continually asked if we are providing quotes during this covid-19 Corona virus pandemic – the answer is YES – but very carefully with minimal (or no) contact. Plumbing and HVAC services and installations are considered essential services according to the government of […]
Toilet Paper Shortage Disaster (what to do when you run out) It was bad enough when all the stores were out of toilet paper (still one of the hardest things to find during this pandemic) but now we have a new issue as a direct result. Blocked Toilets! Toilets are NOT designed for flushing anything […]
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