Five HVAC Trends To Watch For In 2020 Heating and cooling systems have made huge advancements in the last decade, but where will they be in 2020 and further into the future? It’s good for both contractors and homeowners to be aware of where the industry is heading because they can adapt their services and homes to the changes.   Even Smarter Thermostats A growing number of household goods are enabled with WiFi, making them “smart appliances”: televisions, refrigerators, blenders… and thermostats. It’s called the Internet of Things, and it helps these appliances provide more services and adapt efficiently to changing patterns. Smart thermostats are great for saving energy, and while the addition of WiFi happened some time ago, they are going to be able to connect to the rest of the appliances in the home. T his is because many people are moving their homes towards smart integration, meaning a system that connects everything. Alexa and Google Home run everything with a simple co...

Canadians are very mobile people. Every year, more than 4 million people move to new homes across the country, and 2020 won’t be any different. Right now, many are likely looking at new homes and thinking about making a move later in the year. Many people look at the living space, the state of the roofing, and other parts they consider important; rarely do they think about the HVAC system. You don’t need to be a professional to think about and look at the heating and cooling system of a home – you need to remember to make it a priority! Start With The Bills If you’re looking at a home, ask if you can see any energy bills. Roughly half of the annual energy expenses will go toward heating and cooling your home. Looking at the bills and comparing them to the average for the area will help you ensure that the home’s HVAC system is efficient and in working order. Do A Visual Check And Ask Questions When taking a tour of a house, a lot of people skip past the HVAC system as they examine...

Every homeowner should take proactive steps towards their comfort before winter begins. One of the best ways to secure your warmth during the coldest time of the year is investing in long-term HVAC maintenance. A service contract ensures that professional technicians check and maintain your HVAC system all winter long.  Our team can come up with a plan for you, especially if you want to catch an issue before it starts or make your system more efficient!   The Perks Of Service Contracts In The Winter: Energy Efficiency The last thing you want is your heating to break down on the coldest day of the year, but you also don’t want to pay more for fuel than you have to. A service contract could also lower your utility bills because the technician uses preventative maintenance to spot inefficiencies in the system. This way, you won’t have to learn about problems through a high bill. We can schedule the maintenance for when the seasons change. A well-maintained HVAC system can...