Thursday, 14 April 2011

Do not Neglect Your Furnace During the Warm Weather Months

It's never a good idea to think of your home's furnace as "out of sight, out of mind". Even during the warm weather months, your furnace is still working to heat your home's water supply. You might not be turning the heat on for a while, but you still need to ensure that your furnace is in good working order.


Furnace maintenance is key to keeping your home's furnace in peak condition, especially if you have an older unit that might be in need of some comprehensive servicing or even replacement. Heating Ontario's expert technicians believe in proactive maintenance, rather than waiting for a small problem to evolve into a full-blown crisis. Even in the height of summer, you never want to find yourself without an adequate supply of hot water for laundry and showers. Yes, the occasional "cold shower" can be a necessity, but nobody wants to freeze in the shower, no matter how hot it is outside. Plus, a poorly maintained furnace is a notorious power drain; these days, everyone is looking for ways to lower their energy costs. Furnace service is Toronto is always a good place to start.


Start planning now to enjoy a carefree summer season by booking your appointment to have your furnace serviced. Think about what you'll be spending this summer on cooling costs, and make the investment to keep your furnace in good shape even when it isn't running continuously. Chances are, you'll be rewarded with a lower gas or hydro bill, so you'll be able to "chill" a bit more on those sizzling summer days.


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Thursday, 24 March 2011

Is it Time to Install a Tankless Water Heater?

Tired of shivering halfway through your shower? If you're thinking of replacing your conventional hot water heater, it might be time to consider a tankless hot water heater. Not only will you have hot water on-demand whenever you need it, you'll save on energy costs, too. With prices consistently rising, you'll have all the hot water you'll ever need, and more money in your pocket.

Traditional hot water heaters are an energy drain because they're constantly working to keep water heated even when its not in use. With a tankless hot water heater, your water is heated only when you want it, eliminating that "stand-by" supply that hits you right in the wallet. Depending on how many units you install, you can save up to 50% on your energy costs by using tankless water heaters. That means, if you have a large household that uses more than 86 gallons of water per day, installing multiple tankless water heaters could drastically reduce your gas or electric usage. Plus, you can have consistent hot water; no more having to wait for the dishwasher or washing machine to finish a cycle before taking a bath or shower. Tankless hot water heaters allow you to do both simultaneously.

Tankless hot water heaters might cost a little more, but you get your money's worth. The average life span of a tankless hot water heater is 20 years. Plus, they are easily maintained and repaired. The experts at Heating Ontario can recommend the brand and type of tankless hot water heater that best suits your needs. We can also help you receive a tax credit for installing one in your home. All you have to do is contact us, and we'll be happy to send one of our trained professionals to your home for a free tankless hot water heater evaluation and estimate.

Spring is here - add a tankless hot water heater to this year's list of home improvement projects.