Over the past few years, many Toronto homes have opted to forego their traditional furnace and central air conditioner in favour of a heat pump. There are several benefits to owning a heat pump, and with one system for both heating and cooling, there’s no wonder why it’s so popular. If you’re thinking about making the switch to a heat pump for your Toronto home, now is the time to take advantage of the available grants to get the best price! Continue reading
It happens all the time: a home with a perfectly good central air conditioner still has some warm spots throughout the house, specifically, on the second floor or the attic. Why is this and why is it so common? How do you prevent warm spots in the home throughout the summer? Fortunately, supplemental attic and second-floor cooling is a great option for those tricky-to-cool rooms. Here’s what you need to know. Continue reading
If you’re in the market for a new air conditioner–especially if your home doesn’t have preexisting ductwork–you may have heard of ductless air conditioners as a viable alternative to central air conditioning. While great systems, ductless air conditioners are not as well-known or as commonly understood as central air conditioning, which leads many homeowners to have questions about what exactly they are and how they work. Here are our answers to our customers’ ductless AC FAQs. Continue reading
If you’re familiar with heat pumps, you know that they’re extremely reliable sources of both heating and cooling. A heat pump works as an air conditioner during the summer months by taking in warm outdoor air and releasing cool air, and works like a furnace would in the winter months by taking in cold outdoor air and releasing warm air. Heat pumps are often a long-lasting and cost-effective way to keep your home at a comfortable temperature, but of course like all things, occasionally it will run into issues. If you’re looking for a list of common heat pump issues and how to fix them, you’ve come to the right place! Continue reading
Everyone has a specific temperature where they feel most comfortable. Unfortunately, keeping a comfortable temperature throughout the house for the whole family can be difficult when everyone has their preferences. Even if everyone does agree on a temperature, some parts of a home are naturally warmer or cooler than others due to the power and reach of your central air system. If you’ve experienced uneven cooling in your home, and you’re wondering what your options are, supplemental ductless cooling may be right for you and your home. Continue reading
If you have one installed in your home, you know that there are many advantages of owning a ductless mini-split system for your heating and cooling needs as opposed to traditional central air. Did you know that simple-to-do maintenance can and will prolong the life of your ductless mini-split system? Here are some ductless mini-split system maintenance tips to keep you cool all summer! Continue reading
Ductless air conditioners are becoming increasingly popular in homes across Canada as primary and supplemental cooling sources. While homeowners are starting to realize all of the benefits ductless air conditioners can offer them, many of them are unsure about how to care for this new technology, but these maintenance tips can help. Continue reading