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Top 10 Green Heating And Cooling Technologies

Dec 31, 2019

Improving the environment means more than donating your old couch to charity instead of tossing it in the local landfill. We have made great strides toward reducing our overall impact on the environment around us, but we still have a lot more to learn and do. Science...

Why Are Furnace Cleanings So Important?

Dec 17, 2019

Winter is already here and your furnace has been blazing for weeks. Have you taken the time to make sure that it is clean and ready to work efficiently? Many homeowners put off professional maintenance for their furnace, but this could actually be costing money in the...

Common Heat Pump Problems

Nov 29, 2019

With wintertime already well on its way, your heat pump is likely working hard to keep your home warm and cozy. Unfortunately, things may not necessarily be smooth sailing with this integral part of your heating system. Many homeowners encounter a few common problems...

Gas Fittings 101

Nov 14, 2019

Gas fittings are a unique brand of hardware because they only serve one single purpose: connecting gasses with the appropriate lines. These are the fittings that you would see when working with gasses like flammable propane or hazardous phosgene. The primary thing...

Electric Vs. Gas Water Heater

Sep 8, 2019

Which Option is Best for Your Winnipeg Home? If you are on the market for a new gas or electric water heater in Winnipeg, but not sure which system is right for you, it’s wise to consider the pros and cons of each system. Understanding how both units may or may not...

How long do Central Air Conditioning Systems last?

Sep 5, 2019

Many homeowners will need to replace their central air conditioning systems during their houses’ lifetimes. The average central AC system life span is 12- to 15- years if it’s properly maintained and installed. Heat pumps have around the same life span — approximately...

Scary Furnace Sounds You Should Not Ignore

Aug 22, 2019

Do you hear unusual sounds coming from the furnace? Whether it is a high-pitched squeal or loud bang, you have the right to be alarmed. The temperatures are starting to drastically drop, and there isn’t any reason to put up with frightening noises all autumn and...

Which Generator Is Right for You?

Aug 15, 2019

Summer thunderstorms bring important rain to our area, and it’ll revitalize the soil and help flora grow. However, they also can lead to negative, power outages. In Winnipeg it means you might wind up lying in the dark, sweating without an AC, and consuming canned...

Fun Historical Facts About Air Conditioning

Aug 8, 2019

Did you know that the first modern air conditioning system was installed in 1902? Dr. Willis Carrier, also known as “The Father of Air Conditioning”, began his cool concept in 1881 by using a slide rule to calculate dew point control.  This breakthrough was the...

Furnace Humidifiers

Jun 20, 2019

Winnipeg is dry. I don’t, by that, mean that Winnipeg is boring; we’re an exciting, festive city with lots to do; as one wonderful Finn once famously said, “Winnipeg is Good”. I mean Winnipeg is literally dry; the winters are so cold that moisture can’t remain in the...