What is a MERV Rating?
So what does MERV stand for anyways? MERV is short for “Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value”. While the air filter is meant to control the amount of unwanted air particles entering your home, the MERV rating on your filter is meant to show you which filter is best fit for your home.
Upgrading your home comfort is easier with SNAP Financing
Upgrading your heating and/or cooling system can be a lucrative investment for any homeowner.
Guide to choosing the right humidifier
Canadian winters have a reputation for being dry and bitter cold. And we all know that this can have a direct impact on our health and comfort.
What is a Cracked Heat Exchanger and How Does it Happen?
A cracked heat exchanger is never quite as obvious as the crack in the vent pipe above, but a crack of any size should be of equal concern to the health of you and your family.
Thinking of Switching to Gas? Better do it quick!
It’s fall in Kitchener and the mercury is dropping quickly. Your old furnace may be on its last leg and you might be thinking you’re going to switch to high efficiency natural gas heating. If you don’t have a gas line to your house, you should know that Kitchener Utilities has just announced a $1000 […]
How your Smart Meter works
Since last year most of us have had a smart meter installed at the side of our home. I imagine most homes owners are aware of the time of use billing. You’ve probably made adjustments to when the laundry is done, when the oven is turned on, heating and cooling temperature settings and so on.
Your new house and rebates with OPA
Brand new subdivisions are popping up everywhere these days. If you’ve just bought a new home, you have some great options available to you as of 2014. With the Ontario Power Authority adding a high efficiency central air conditioner now qualifies for up to a $400 rebate.
Why you should replace your old AC today
Spring is here and likely by now you’ve checked for winter damage