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Air Conditioning

Reasons Why Your Air Conditioner Smells Bad

It’s the middle of summer, and your air conditioner is working overtime to keep you cool. But suddenly, you smell something foul coming from the air conditioner vents. What could be causing this terrible smell? You may not know why, but there are a few common reasons your air conditioner smells bad. Different smells can come from your air conditioner, depending on the problem. This article will discuss some of the most common reasons air conditioners start to smell bad and what you can

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Heating

Best Garage Heater Options For This Winter

Garage heaters are a necessity during the winter. They keep our cars from freezing and keep us warm while working on them, but sometimes they don’t seem to generate enough heat. So, what are your best garage heater options for this winter? We’ve compiled a list of the types of garage heaters on the market, so you can make an informed decision about which one is right for you. Forced-Air Garage Heaters Forced-air garage heaters are the most common type of garage heater. They

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Air Conditioning

Guide To Finding The Right Air Conditioning Repair Company

Finding the right air conditioning repair company from the dozens of them on the market can be a challenge for many. The process doesn’t necessarily have to be as complicated as many would like to think. Outlined below are a few tips on finding the right HVAC contractor and some of the critical factors to consider.    Has your air conditioner not been working well lately? Maybe it’s not shutting off? Or maybe your AC is leaking water or not cooling your house properly?

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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

Furnace vs Heat Pump: Best System For Toronto Homeowners?

Furnace vs Heat Pump? There is much debate about which heating system is best for Toronto residences. If you live in the Greater Toronto Area and plan to replace your home’s heating system, you have likely pondered which is best.  There are quite a few differences between heat pumps and furnaces. For example, unlike a furnace, heat pumps do not produce heat; instead, they collect heat outdoors. Once the heat energy is collected, heat pumps can distribute warmth.  Furnaces produce heat via combustion and

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