Cleaning your heat pump yourself as a form of minimal maintenance is an excellent idea. The efficiency and durability of the device will benefit from it. That said, it is highly recommended to also call in an HVAC specialist at…
Heating a house requires energy. The BTU (or British Thermal Unit) is still often used in North America to quantify this energy. Technically, a BTU corresponds to the amount of energy needed to raise (heating) or lower (cooling) the temperature…
Right off the bat, the answer is affirmative. Energy efficiency, including heat pumps, enhances a home's value, a fact confirmed by real estate professionals. Moreover, buyers have placed greater emphasis on this aspect over the past two decades. While investing…
Zone-based air conditioning, also known as zoning, is an operation and regulation concept that is highly effective. Enabled by multi-zone heat pumps (of the "Split" type), zoning allows for the distribution of cool air in each room of a residence.…
In line with the severity of our Quebec winters, various heating options are offered by HVAC contractors. Each has distinctive characteristics and could represent an ideal solution depending on the needs. Heating options include, for example, central heating systems, electric…
Think Air Conditioning during Construction Congratulations, "you're having it built"! Your decision to build a new home, allows you to choose right from the start a design and high-performance materials. To have efficient heating/air conditioning systems installed during construction, ensures…
