Walk into a car dealership and the window sticker gives the shopper a pretty good snapshot: MSRP, factory rebates, estimated fuel cost, and five‑year cost of ownership. Shoppers scan the figures, feel informed, and keep the conversation moving. HVAC customers start in the opposite place. Many homeowners say they can’t even find a ballpark price…
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Air Conditioning systems, like any major appliance, will eventually need to be repaired and undergo maintenance. Due to high usage, air conditioning repairs, in general, are fairly common. Many people try to complete these repairs themselves. This is where issues arise, which is why we do not recommend attempting your own A/C repairs. Why You Shouldn’t Perform…
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Have you noticed any soap scum buildup or mineral crust on your shower head and faucets? Hard water contains minerals such as calcium and magnesium, which easily bond to other metals due to their chemical structure. Over time, these bonds will create a crusty residue on your bathroom hardware. If left untreated, these deposits can accumulate, corrode,…
Unless you’ve been living under a rock your entire life, you’ll know all too well how necessary heating systems are for homes in Ottawa. There are multiple ways to heat your home, with each method accompanied by a long list of pros and cons. It might be overwhelming trying to determine the best heating system…
Ottawa’s weather is notorious for its drastic temperature fluctuations. Just when you think summer is over, Mother Nature hits you with a 19°C sunny day. The same applies to winter – just when you think the worst of it is over a full day of snowfall arrives. These unpredictable events make it difficult to know…
HVAC stands for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning. HVAC systems keep you warm during the winter seasons and cool in the summertime. It’s also a system that can filter and clean your air to keep you healthy. With cooler weather around the corner, you may be wondering what an ideal thermostat setting for winter would be….
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Hair of the dog is something we all dread – pet owner or not – whether you’re talking about one too many the night before, or that shedding hair you have to endure from your furry loved one. The hair from your dog or cat can really impact the ability of your HVAC system to…
The regulatory landscape for the HVACR industry is shifting rapidly, driven by evolving political priorities and regulatory agendas in Washington, D.C. Speaking at the recent International Institute of All-Natural Refrigeration (IIAR) conference in Phoenix, Arizona, Lowell Randal, senior vice president of government and legal affairs at the Global Cold Chain Alliance and president of The…
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In an industry evolving alongside consumer concerns over rising energy costs, impact on the environment, and, of course, stricter regulations handed down by the government, new technologies are quickly gaining a foothold and actually making a difference. The promise of energy efficiency is now everywhere, but what does that really mean, and how much…
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SEATTLE — Eden, which offers a digital sales platform for home services businesses, announced a $3.7 million fundraising round led by Climactic, alongside other investors. Eden is building a sales funnel for the $400 billion U.S. home‑services market that will enable contractors to leverage instant pricing and a wealth of home-specific data, a company press release…
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