Here are some of the common questions we hear about heating and air conditioning in Niagara. Whether you're in Niagara Falls, St. Catharines,
Fonthill or Welland, all of Niagara has mostly the same issues when it comes to climate control in your home.
If you have a question use the form to the left to ask us and maybe we'll post it here. We try to answer all questions either way.
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Q: How can I eliminate source of carbon monoxide in my home?
A: Check with a qualified technician before enclosing heating and hot water equipment in a smaller room, to ensure there is adequate air for proper combustion.
Also, have a qualified technician inspect chimneys and vents yearly for cracks, blockages (e.g. bird's nest, twigs, old mortar) corrosion or holes.
Q: What causes indoor air problems?
A: Indoor pollution sources that release gases or particles into the air are the primary cause of indoor air quality problems in homes.
Q: How would I determine an indoor air quality problem in my home?
A: There are a number of ways. One is to observe how you and the members of your household feel. Do you experience sneezing and coughing while inside your home?
Q: Why do we need a furnace filter?
A: To protect the well-being of the home occupants from common household pollutants such as dust and pollen.
Q: When is the best time to buy a furnace or air conditioner?
A: Watch for spring or fall promotions, ie: if you had an Enbridge gas account, they offered a $350 rebate on the installation of a high efficiency furnace until March 31, 2006.
Q: How do I clean my humidifier
A: A unit with a water reservoir should be drained and cleaned with white vinegar.
Q: Do all homes require a power humidifier?
A: The need for humidity in your home depends on the construction of the house the amounts of water vapor generated by your lifestyle.
Q: How do central air conditioners work?
A: Indoor heat is absorbed by a coil and transferred to an outside unit and released.
Q: What is a "seer number" when buying central air conditioning?
A: The seer number is a measurement of the efficiency of the central air conditioning system. The higher the number - the higher it's efficiency.
Q: Why should I purchase a higher efficiency air conditioner?
A: With increasing hydro costs - new government regulations require a minimum seer rating of 13 for the 2006 cooling season. Higher efficiency air conditioners are usually much quieter than standard air conditioners of the past.
Q: I have hot water heating and I am used to it being quiet. How noisy are ductless air conditioners?
A: A ductless air conditioning system consists of two components - an indoor fan unit and outside condensing unit. The sound levels of both machines are extremely quiet.
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