How to Install a Humidifer on a Furnace
Indoor Air Quality

How to Install a Humidifier on a Furnace

A furnace does a good job warming the air and making your home comfortable during the winter. However, the procedure also drastically reduces humidity in the air. In this post, we will discuss how to install a humidifier on a furnace. Low humidity in the air can lead to many health issues such as allergies, respiratory ailments, dry, scaly skin, and asthma flare-ups. Installing a humidifier is an effective way to combat dry air. Why Install a Humidifier? You’ll find out. By combating dry air in

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Heating

Does Oil Furnace Produce Carbon Monoxide?

Does an oil furnace produce carbon monoxide? No one ever thinks it will happen to them. Carbon monoxide poisoning is often called the “silent killer” because it is odourless, colourless, and tasteless. You can’t see, smell, or taste it, but it can kill you. Thousands of people are poisoned by carbon monoxide gas from malfunctioning appliances, generators, and vehicles every year. Oil furnaces are a common source of carbon monoxide poisoning. If your furnace is not functioning correctly, it can release carbon monoxide into

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Indoor Air Quality

Difference Between ERV and HRV

Modern homes are airtight and therefore need mechanical ventilation. ERV and HRV are methods of mechanical ventilation used to improve indoor air quality. They work in similar ways, but there is a little bit of difference. This post focuses on the difference between ERV and HRV. What Is Home Ventilation? There are three methods for home ventilation: natural ventilation, spot ventilation, and mechanical ventilation.   Natural ventilation is the most common method of home ventilation. It means relying on airflow through open doors and windows. And

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Heating

At What Temperature Should You Turn on the Heat?

Changes in weather and climate conditions lead many homeowners to ask the simple question, at what temperature should you turn on the heat?   Before you switch on the furnace, there are many things to consider. Let’s find out the optimal temperatures to turn on the furnace. Day Temperature  According to Energy Rates, the ideal temperature for the day is 20° Celsius (or 68° Fahrenheit) when you are at home during daylight hours. Night Temperature  You should adjust your thermostat between 17 and 19 degrees Celsius

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Heating

Most Efficient Home Heating System

For many people, heating expenses are a headache during the winter months. An energy-efficient heating system can reduce your heating expenses and your overall carbon footprint. This post aims to provide some helpful information about heating systems in general and help you choose the most efficient home heating system. High-efficiency models are cost-effective than lower-efficient models. Some models can even cut the expenses by 70%. At the outset, high-efficiency models are expensive, but they can save money in the long run. Why Choose An Energy-Efficient Heating System?

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