Heating and Air Conditioning

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This section contains columns on heat pumps, basic information on home heating, humidification and thermostats among other HVAC subjects.

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Heating & Air Conditioning

Heat Pumps 101

Last week we looked at heating systems in general and finished with a brief introduction to heat pumps. Heat pumps both air and ground

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Heating & Air Conditioning

Home Heating 101

While one would think that all homes in the great white north have a fixed primary heating system, according to a study released by StatCan, as of 2023,

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Heating & Air Conditioning

 Humidity and Humidifiers

A musty smelling basement is often a sign of excess humidity in your home. The first thing a homeowner should do is establish the level of humidity in

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