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Why Your Furnace Smells and What to Do About It

The warm air that comes from our furnaces is nice to have, especially during cold Canadian winters, but the odors that go along with it can sometimes be unpleasant. While some furnace smells are harmless others can indicate that something is seriously wrong. Here is a list of common furnace odors, their causes, and what […]

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Maximize Your Comfort While Minimizing Energy Use: How to Save Money With Your Air Conditioner This Summer

As we head into another summer, our technicians are busy installing new air conditioners in homes all over Calgary and Edmonton. It’s our favourite time of year and you’ll save money! As Alberta’s largest independant heating and cooling company, we are frequently asked for tips on how to reduce energy usage. In an era of […]

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Two Innovations in HVAC That Are Redefining Our Industry

The digital wave of performance, convenience, and cost savings that is redefining many aspects of our lives is also taking the HVAC industry along for the ride. While what we do (as HVAC professionals) more or less comes down to how we circulate heated or cooled air throughout our customer’s homes, how we do those […]

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The Basics of Pilot Lights in Your Home Heating Appliances

So what are pilot lights, anyway? As a pilot guides a plane, a pilot light guides a flame: a pilot light is a small flame that is used to light larger burners in various heating appliances, such as in furnaces, gas stoves, water heaters, and drying machines. Pilot lights have evolved from the standing models […]

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Preparing Your Central Air Conditioner For Winter

We often refer to our air conditioning units as lifesavers during the hot months of summer. As such, we believe that preparing your central air conditioner for winter is valuable and important. Your central air conditioner is located outside, leaving it exposed to seasonal conditions that range from deep cold to blowing snow. A few simple […]

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Home Safety

4 Ways to Keep Your Home Safe While on Vacation

Summertime is one of the best seasons to get away for a vacation where you can unwind, relax and forget about your everyday worries. However, it can also be a time when your home is susceptible to unforeseen dangers that can end up costing you time and money, not to mention the added stress. Coming […]

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The True Differences Between Furnace Filters

As furnaces vary, so do their filters. Not every filter is ideal for each furnace – or even home. However, there is a handful of filters that we find to be mainstays of the industry. There are also a few factors you should take into consideration when purchasing furnace filters. Though you may not think […]

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When Is the Best Time to Clean Your Ducts?

Like most homeowners, you likely already understand the importance of regular duct cleanings. Keeping your ducts clean can improve your home’s air quality and may help safeguard your respiratory health. Dirty duct filters can also hinder airflow, which can cause your furnace to overheat and even catch fire. Like most homeowners, you likely already understand […]

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How to Keep Your Home Safe And Sound While on Vacation

Your vacation should be a time when you can relax and not worry about work or the safety of your home or belongings. There are simple things that you can do to increase your home’s security and safety while you are away. Homes can be damaged by external threats like robbers or internal threats like […]

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