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How To Get The Best Results From Your New Furnace

How To Get The Best Results From Your New Furnace


One thing we can all be sure of is that a Canadian winter is a harsh one. All you need is a short period of plummeting temperatures to make your heating and other utility bills skyrocket. Using your furnace efficiently can save you a bundle. Learn all about the installation, maintenance and repair of your furnace to make this winter a comfortable one.

Know the Efficiency of Your Furnace

Your gas furnace has its efficiency measured as its Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency (AFUE). They are the measurements that compare the amount of heat furnaces create with how much fuel they require to run. The paperwork that came with your furnace should tell you its AFUE. An AFUE of more than eighty percent is recommended for the most savings on your energy bill. If it is 15 years old or older, it may be time to upgrade to a new furnace in the Greater Toronto Area.

Size Matters

Getting the best results from your furnace in the Greater Toronto Area has a lot to do with how it is operated and kept up. However, it also has to do with the size of the unit itself. For instance, you do not want a unit that is too small and is wasting energy trying to overcompensate. Similarly, you do not want one that is too big and uses far more energy than you need. Match the size of your furnace in the Greater Toronto Area to how much heat your home needs in any weather.

Maintain it Well

By regularly taking care of your furnace in the Greater Toronto Area, you can keep it running optimally. This will save you money on energy bills and also make your home more comfortable. Use these tips:

- Clean grime from filters.
- Make sure vents are clear.
- Clean blowers and vents.

Your furnace is essential for making your home comfortable during these frigid Canadian winters. Use these little tricks to keep it running smoothly and make it as efficient as possible. If you are in need of a new furnace or repairs on your existing furnace, A-Plus Heating and Cooling located in the Greater Toronto Area can assist you this season. Contact us today to schedule an appointment!

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FAQ

  • What is a mini-split?

    By definition, and simply put, a “Split System” is a heating and air conditioning system which has two main components, the indoor unit and outdoor unit. In short, the indoor unit absorbs heat energy in the cooling mode, and the outdoor unit rejects the very heat absorbed by the indoor unit. And the cycle is repeated until the set temperature is met. Although the indoor and outdoor units are located in physically different, hence “split” locations, they are connected and operate as, one system; continuously circulating refrigerant liquid and vapor by means of interconnecting, dehydrated copper refrigerant lines, commonly referred to as a “Line Set”.

  • How do I know what size unit I need?
    If you have any problems with your system, you should contact the contractor who installed the units. All our systems are covered by a 5 year parts, 7 year compressor limited warranty
     
  • What are mini-split advantages?

    Just as the name implies, a “mini-split” system is a “split system” however available in smaller capacities, for single room to whole house conditioning. Mini-split systems may range from as small as 9,000 BTUh per hour, comparable to say, a small window AC unit, for individual room use, up to 4 and 5 ton capacities for “Room By Room” (also known as “Zoning”) and whole house conditioning. With near universal design, mini-splits are “heat pumps” which provide both heating and cooling for a home. Here are key advantages when compared to traditional split systems:

    Efficiency- Mini-splits are highly engineered systems which offer attractive operating efficiencies, in many instances, eligible for utility company rebates.
    Heat Pump- Most mini-split systems are heat pumps, providing year-round comfort.
    Solar friendly- Due to very low power requirements, mini-splits are an ideal complement to “Net Zero Energy” homes, or any home using renewable power.
    Carbon footprint- Mini-splits are 100% electric, with zero operating emissions of any type.
    Zoning- Most mini-split manufacturers offer systems capable of room-by-room “zoning”, to account for peak demands of a room based upon construction type, exposure orientation and usage.
    Variable capacity- Mini-splits are typically DC inverter driven. That is, a variable speed compressor which modulates in proportion to instantaneous demand. Most conventional split systems, by comparison, operate with an ON-OFF strategy. (Would you use an ON-OFF switch as the accelerator in your vehicle?)
    Location, Location, Location!- Mini-split outdoor units are compact; they can be located far away from noise-sensitive areas, such as bedrooms and home offices. Mini-split indoor units have the ability to be installed where conventional systems cannot.
    They’re perfect for additions and remodels where access to current HVAC system is difficult to access.
    Modern mini-split systems are remarkably quiet; in fact, many times their operation is unnoticed by the end user.

  • Furnace is blowing cold air in Winter?

    This can be due to Ignition lockout, sometimes could be resolved by resetting the power  and if this does not resolve the issue you should contact a certified gas technician from A-Plus Quality to get this problem resolved!

  • Most common Boiler Issues

    - Boiler fails to ignite
    - Low pressure
    - Strange Noises
    - Boiler is not responding to the thermostat
    - Cold Radiators
    - Boiler leaking or dripping
    - Boiler cycling very fast
    - Available Hot water but No Heat

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