When it comes to your home, the HVAC system is an important component that’s necessary for ensuring that you and your family can feel comfortable at home. It’s also a relatively expensive piece of equipment. That’s why it’s crucial to do what you can as a homeowner to keep important systems such as your HVAC working efficiently for as long as possible. When it’s time to hire a technician to perform those duties, you want to feel confident that they know what they’re doing, because one false move could cost you big time in the future. Before you hire a contractor, always…

Have you been looking for a way to improve your energy efficiency and comfort level this winter? Then it may be time for a new radiant floor heating system. It will heat your home evenly, improve your air quality, and help you save money. If you’re not yet convinced, check out our five reasons why we love radiant floor heating in the winter. No Radiators or Vents Needed When winter hits, you need to keep your windows closed and your heat pumping. What you get in return is noisy radiators pushing dry air and dust-spewing vents that need constant cleaning.…

Your Commercial HVAC Specialists on the Coolest AC Units Around Your home desperately needs some AC, but you just don’t have the infrastructure for a central air system, and those dinky little window units aren’t getting the job done. A ductless air conditioner is the solution you need—but don’t assume for a second that it’s just simply a consolation prize model for those without the ductwork to support a more traditional system. In fact, ductless or “split” models come with a few unique benefits of their own. Simple Installation A commercial HVAC contractor could take up to a week to install central…

If you’re still relying on oil as the fuel source for your household energy, it’s time to make the switch to natural gas. Gas furnaces not only cost less to run, but they burn cleaner than oil and are much more efficient. When you’re thinking about converting over, there can be a lot to weigh and consider – especially when it involves changing up something that you’ve become so accustomed to using. So here are a few convincing reasons to help you make that decision and make the switch to natural gas. It’s the Number One Choice for Homeowners It’s…

What’s the best heating source? That’s a question we’re often asked here at Advanced HVAC, your trusted experts in Ottawa heating solutions. The answer can vary, however, depending on the configuration, size and age of your home, as well as your particular preferences and goals for home heating. There’s no one-size-fits-all solution for “the best” source of heating in Ottawa. Radiant floor heating, however, is gaining in popularity among homeowners as being an excellent source for home heating in Ottawa. Whether you are renovating your current home, looking to replace a furnace or other heating source, or you’re starting to design and build a new home, radiant floor heating is certainly worthy of your…

From Standard to Ductless Air Conditioners, Know What to Look for When Troubleshooting What makes a high-quality HVAC installation? It turns out, it takes a lot more than just a powerful air conditioning unit. The right unit for the right home, the quality of the duct work (if applicable – but we’ll get to that later), and a proper installation are all pieces of the bigger picture: that the defining feature of a quality HVAC installation is functionality. If your AC unit isn’t doing its job, or if it is operating significantly below its advertised energy efficiency, then you might…

Does your family schedule who gets the hot water in your home, each and every day? Do you take a cold shower every morning so your children can take all the hot water your boiler is capable of providing for their needs? If this causes stress to you and your family, tankless water system technicians are likely to advise you to get rid of your traditional hot water boiler, and invest in a tankless water heater instead. Which begs the question… what are the main reasons you should say goodbye to your traditional hot water boiler? Finally use multiple sources…

When your furnace nears the end of its life, you’re left to decide between a repair, a replacement, and an upgrade. While an upgrade may sound like an unnecessary expense, high-efficiency furnaces are actually superior to regular furnaces in many ways. If you’re wondering how you differentiate the two, the main difference lies in the Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency (AFUE) rating. The AFUE rating represents the percentage of fuel your furnace converts into usable energy. For example, a furnace must have an AFUE rating of 90-97 per cent to be grade as high-efficiency. A furnace with an AFUE rating of 90%…

The Importance of Proper Heating & Cooling for Your Health Do you remember learning what homeostasis is during high school biology class? Simply put, homeostasis is the maintenance of a stable internal environment within an organism. It’s a vital aspect to a healthy life. Since our bodies generate their own heat, being in a hot room can result in an excess amount of heat for our bodies to handle. When this happens, we need to find a balance between heating and cooling. Although our bodies are equipped with systems to regulate our own heating and cooling, there are other ways…

Is your current furnace at the end of its lifespan? Do you want to know the cost savings of upgrading to a high-efficiency furnace or converting from oil or electric to a gas furnace? Having the right furnace in your home can make a world of difference. Not every furnace is right for each home, and you want to make sure you get the right furnace to suit your house, budget, and needs. To help you make the right choice, Advanced HVAC has put together this handy furnace prices guide to give you a better sense of the average cost…