We all want to get the most efficient HVAC system we can in our home, although the way to go about this isn’t always obvious. As well as following energy-saving protocols around the home, making sure your system is working for you and not against you is key. We at Advanced HVAC, have outlined the ways in which you can get the most out of your HVAC system, prior to installation and for many years after. You’re welcome! 1. Ensure you have the right fit If you are new to the complex world of heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), you should know…

If You Experience Any of the Following, Contact an HVAC Technician Immediately Having hot water is a necessity for every home. Hot water is used for showers, baths, washing clothes, doing dishes, and by many appliances in the home. A tankless water heater is a great energy-efficient way to supply hot water to your home, but how will you know what to do when it malfunctions? Here are the five signs HVAC specialists look for when it’s time to have your heater serviced. The Water Isn’t Getting Hot This one is certainly hard to miss! If you step into the shower in…

How to Select the Perfect Bryant Furnace for Your Home Is it time for you to replace your old furnace? Picking a furnace for your home is an important decision that affects your comfort level, wallet, and peace of mind, so make sure to take your time and weigh your options. When it comes to selecting a new high-efficiency furnace for your home, size matters. If the furnace is too big then it will cycle on and off frequently, decreasing the life span of its parts, wasting energy, and creating inconsistent temperatures throughout your home. If the furnace is too small, it…

Specialists in HVAC in Ottawa Discuss Energy Usage, Lifespan, and More Hot water is the sort of thing you never truly appreciate until those awful moments when it runs out right before you get in the shower. For generations, water was pre-heated in a large boiler and then stored there, waiting to be used. When this tank would become empty, you’d have to wait for the process to happen all over again—not to mention it took up a lot of space and presented the threat of leaks and flooding. Enter the tankless water heater. This alternative solution to providing your home…

The Benefits of Upgrading and How to Choose a Furnace That Fits Your Home and Your Budget Don’t rush into making a major purchase based on price alone without doing your research. This article gives you an overview of what to look for when purchasing a new unit—but first off, let’s highlight the benefits of upgrading to a high-efficiency furnace: You’ll get Improved annual fuel utilization efficiency (AFUE), which not only results in energy and cost savings but also reduces greenhouse emissions and conserves Canada’s natural resources Your home’s air quality will be enhanced Efficient and quiet operation will lead to noise…

Dos and Don’ts for Maintaining Your Heating & Cooling System Furnaces are some of the most dangerous appliances to have in your home, and of course, sometimes the most necessary. It is therefore vitally important to know how to properly handle a home furnace when attempting to install and maintain systems in your space.  DOs: Annual inspections are necessary for keeping your furnace up to standards, so always hire a professional to come by and look over your furnace for your own safety. In colder months, furnaces are used continuously and therefore require their filters be cleaned regularly and occasionally replaced…

Ottawa HVAC Specialists Dish on the Floors that Carry the Most Benefits If you’re someone who’s heard about radiant floor heating—and its benefits—then your next question is likely this: What kind of flooring do you install over it? Like with all things, not all materials are made equally, and not all will be as effective at distributing heat. In addition, not all flooring materials can withstand the prolonged effects of having a heat source installed underneath them. That’s why your Ottawa HVAC experts have taken some time to outline several popular styles of flooring, and how each one works for heated…

5 Common Furnace Issues Faced by Homeowners The furnace is one of the most important appliances in you home. Without it, your family would not stand a chance against the cold winters of Ottawa. This important piece of equipment does not always run as smoothly as you would like though, especially since it is only used half of the year. Even though there are many different HVAC systems to choose from, they all have some standard issues in common that most homeowners experience from time to time. Can’t turn the furnace on This problem is not usually found until winter hits and…

Ottawa HVAC Specialists Discuss This All-Purpose Heating and Cooling Solution Ottawa HVAC companies can outfit your home with a number of different heating and cooling options: furnaces, boilers, radiant floor heating, air conditioners, and beyond. Most of these installations, however, serve a single purpose; they either heat, or they cool, but it’s very atypical for one to do both. Then there’s the heat pump. Contrary to its name, it doesn’t just provide heat exclusively, but rather, it pumps heat from one location to another. It’s omnidirectional, however, and can both supply heat to your home, and remove it. How It Works…

Tired of Cold Feet? Commercial HVAC Contractors Are Here to Answer Your Prayers Does this sound familiar? Your alarm wakes you promptly at 7:00 AM, and all warm in your woolly pyjamas and thick blankets, you forget for one blissful moment that summer is over and winter is coming—that is, until you rest your feet on the floor, and a chill shoots up your leg and you curse the cold as warmth slowly escapes your body through the floor. What if there was a way to say goodbye to the curse of cold floors for good? Well, there is: it’s…