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Top view of an outdoor air conditioning condenser unit showing the protective fan grille and metal housing
18
Apr

Planning for a New AC Before Summer? Here Are Some Tips

No central air conditioning system lasts forever. In fact, it’s rare for an air conditioner to last much longer than 15 years without turning far too expensive to run and continue to repair. You may be in a situation where you know you’ll need a new air conditioning installation in...
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HVAC technician testing an air conditioning unit with a digital manometer to check refrigerant pressure and system performance
04
Apr

April Is the Month for Air Conditioning Maintenance!

We want our customers to enjoy comfort from their HVAC systems that is reliable, effective, and affordable. One of the best tools we have to help them achieve this is regular maintenance service and our special residential maintenance plan. Through the plan, our valued customers receive fall tune-ups and inspections...
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Modern wall-mounted boiler system installed in a concrete basement, connected to copper and PVC piping for home heating and hot water.
07
Mar

Should Your Repair or Replace Your Boiler at the End of the Winter?

Our weather is starting to warm up, but it’s still cold enough that homes will need to depend on their heating systems for a bit longer—and we all know that March and early April can toss surprise cold snaps at us. Still, this is the time of year when we...
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Before and after comparison of air ducts showing a dirty duct with dust buildup and a clean duct after professional HVAC cleaning.
27
Feb

The Big Benefits of Professional Duct Cleaning

The ductwork inside the walls and attic of your house is probably filled with dust and debris. You won’t necessarily know this because it’s hard to see the inside of the ducts. But those dirty ducts will have a negative effect that can create serious problems for your comfort and...
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Mother and child sitting together under a blanket by a warm fireplace, reading a book in a cozy living room
21
Feb

Have You Had Your Fireplace Professionally Cleaned? Here’s Why to Schedule It

You might think that a natural gas fireplace is as durable as a heating system gets. Fireplaces can last for many years, and since most people who have a fireplace in their home use it mostly for atmosphere and additional warmth rather than as a main source of heating, fireplaces...
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Mother and child sitting together under a blanket by a warm fireplace, reading a book in a cozy living room
21
Feb

Professionally Cleaned? Here’s Why to Schedule It

You might think that a natural gas fireplace is as durable as a heating system gets. Fireplaces can last for many years, and since most people who have a fireplace in their home use it mostly for atmosphere and additional warmth rather than as a main source of heating, fireplaces...
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Close-up view of a wall-mounted gas boiler with exposed copper heat exchanger and internal components, showing the mechanical structure of a residential heating system
24
Jan

Can an Electric Furnace Keep My House Warm Enough?

If you’re asking this question, it’s likely because you’re accustomed to receiving warmth from a natural gas furnace, or you know that natural gas furnaces have high heating capacity and work fast at delivering warmth to homes. This makes it sound like an electric furnace is the weaker option, one...
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Couple relaxing in front of a warm fireplace with their feet up, enjoying a cozy indoor atmosphere
27
Dec

Is It Time to Replace Your Old Fireplace?

A fireplace is a sturdy centerpiece in many homes. If your house enjoys the warmth and beauty of a gas fireplace, you can expect to get many years of use from it (provided it receives proper maintenance such as regular cleaning, which is a service we offer). Fireplaces at times...
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HVAC technician inspecting a gas furnace burner with a handheld device, checking blue flames during a heating system maintenance.
13
Dec

Cracked Heat Exchanger: How a Furnace Can Become Hazardous

Gas furnaces are a powerful and energy-efficient way to heat a home. We’re familiar with the the usefulness of a gas furnace in Tofino, BC for a household, and we never want to discourage people from looking into installing a natural gas furnace. But any gas-burning appliance comes with some...
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Having your heating or cooling system serviced at least once – and ideally twice – a year will significantly improve the efficiency and extend the life of your system. But who can remember to book that service? Sign up here to request a free annual reminder. Your HVAC system will thank you.