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Ottawa HVAC Systems Help Maintain Proper Indoor Air Quality According to Health Canada, Canadians spend close to 90 per cent of their time inside. That means indoor air quality is especially important for homes, offices, schools, and recreational environments. There are things you can do to improve indoor air quality, like making sure your HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) system works properly, and that it maintains the correct temperature and humidity indoors. With the humid climate of Ottawa, HVAC systems are important to a comfortable home. A properly functioning system provides a comfortable indoor temperature, circulates fresh air from outside, and removes…

Follow these common troubleshooting steps to find out if an air conditioner repair is in your future. Has your central air conditioner been acting up lately? If so, you may be wondering if your air conditioning unit needs to be repaired. But wait! Before you call the repairman or woman, why not inspect your system for some common problems that affect air conditioners? If you can figure out what the problem is, you can either fix it yourself, or at least have some basic knowledge of the issue you are facing when you call for air conditioner repair. To help…

Whether you realize it or not, your home’s heating and cooling system has a profound impact on your overall comfort and day-to-day activities. During the winter months, your heating system ensures that you are immune from the harsh cold and bitter temperatures, and throughout the summer, nothing feels quite as nice as walking into a house kept cool after a day of sweating outside. With a system so meaningful, shouldn’t you be doing all that you can to prolong its life? If properly maintained, central air conditioners have the potential to last anywhere for 10 to 15 years, but neglecting your unit…

Winter is finally here, and one of the best ways to enjoy it is to get cozy right next to your fireplace. Nothing beats the warmth and tranquility of a good fire on a cold and snowy night. But before you turn on your fireplace, you need to make sure that it is winter ready. Start here with these seven fireplace preparation tips for winter so you can stay safe and comfortable all season long. Inspect the Inside First things first – give your fireplace a thorough inspection. Use a flashlight to look inside the flue for any cracks or…

Why a Furnace inspection? When it comes to household equipment your furnace is often forgotten about, but your furnace is the one piece of equipment that gets the most use – far more than your air conditioner, dishwasher, and washing machine. Just like your car, your furnace experiences regular wear and tear that requires regular furnace inspection to keep it running optimally. If you’ve forgotten to schedule a furnace check up so far this year (or in many years), here are some of the top reasons you should consider scheduling one right away. Improves Lifespan Your furnace has an estimated lifespan of…

Why an AC Inspection ? Nothing is worse than having your air conditioning unit breaking during a heat wave. But you don’t have to get stuck in this unfortunate situation if you have your equipment routinely inspected by a licensed HVAC professional. If you’ve never had a proper AC inspection or it’s past the due date, read on as we provide six reasons to schedule an A/C inspection today. It’s Stopped Making Cold Air If you’re only feeling cool temperatures even when it’s on full power, it’s a tell-tale sign that something is wrong. The refrigerant levels may be too low to…

Summer is just around the corner, when the thermostat begins to climb and those hot and humid summer days arrive, it can be uncomfortable to tolerate. For some people such our elderly loved ones, it can even be dangerous. So why not spend the summer months in comfort with a central air conditioner? You can enjoy the summer sun outside and then indulge in some much-needed reprieve from the heat inside in the comfort of your cool home. Here we look at some of the reasons why you should invest in a central air conditioner for the summer. Avoid Overheating…

Why get a fireplace upgrade ? A fireplace upgrade can really bring cohesion to a space. It becomes the focal part of a room, makes it cozy and inviting, and best of all, it can even boost the value of your home. If you’ve been dreaming about having a fire to curl up beside during those cold winter days, here’s why you should upgrade your home with a new fireplace. Luxurious Focal Feature There’s nothing quite as captivating as when you walk into a room and there’s a beautiful fireplace incorporated into the design. Your eyes are naturally drawn to these…

Even if your home furnace is brand new, it’s always important to perform regular maintenance on it and have it serviced. Staying warm and cozy in the winter is important, especially for those with young children or elderly family members. If the furnace ever falters, it can create a very uncomfortable and even unhealthy environment. There are a few quick and simple ways to get the most out of your home furnace: Change the Filter Seasonally The filter is what collects dust, debris, and prevents these airborne irritants from circulating throughout the home. Gradually over time, all of that dust…

If you already have a HVAC system, you’ll want to do everything you can to protect it from breaking down or being put under strain, as this will help guarantee a cool summer of efficient air conditioning and low energy bills. In addition to your all-important yearly HVAC maintenance appointment with a professional (which Ottawans can book here), here is Advanced HVAC’s list of all the ways you can prepare your home and HVAC system for summer…1. Remove obstructions from your ventsClearing space beside your vents, both indoors and outdoors, is a must to ensure your air flow in and out is unrestricted and…