by sphome | Oct 21, 2026 | Heat Pumps, HVAC Tips
In most cases, seeing water dripping off your heat pump unit on cool autumn mornings is normal. This moisture is usually natural condensation forming as your system extracts heat from the outside air. However, while condensation is expected, pooling water can turn...
by sphome | Oct 14, 2026 | HVAC Tips
As a general guideline, a typical 2,000-square-foot home in Ontario requires a furnace with an input rating between 60,000 and 90,000 BTUs. However, selecting the correct furnace size involves much more than basic floor space calculations. What Does BTU Mean? Furnace...
by sphome | Oct 7, 2026 | HVAC Tips
Yes, active heat pump rebates are currently available in Ontario through the Home Renovation Savings Program. As an Ontario homeowner, you can receive up to $7,500 back when installing a cold-climate air source heat pump or up to $12,000 for a ground source heat pump....
by sphome | Sep 16, 2026 | HVAC Tips
The most common cause of a high hydro bill is an inefficient or struggling air conditioning system. Air conditioning accounts for 30% to 50% of a typical Ontario home’s electricity use during peak summer months. When your AC faces mechanical stress, improper...
by sphome | Aug 19, 2026 | HVAC Tips
If you’re a homeowner in the GTA thinking about upgrading to a heat pump, you have likely run into this question while doing your research. “Do I need to upgrade my electrical panel to install a heat pump? The short answer? It depends on your home’s existing...
by sphome | Aug 6, 2026 | HVAC Tips
If you’re one of the many homeowners who have been looking into upgrading to a heat pump, you’ve likely run into two main options: a standard heat pump and a cold-climate heat pump. You might be wondering if you really need a cold-climate model, or if a standard heat...
