Homeowners should have maintenance service on their boiler or furnace system at least once a year. This will help extend the furnace system’s life span and lower repairs and utility costs.
Heater maintenance is a lot like car maintenance. Routine furnace maintenance is imperative to helping your heating system perform as long as possible.
Here are a couple steps you can take to keep your residence protected from carbon monoxide:
Keeping your systems maintained will help lower expenses. Check our helpful in-depth information about keeping your systems healthy. This will tell you about thorough maintenance and why it’s necessary.
We service and install all popular brands, makes and models. As a large HVAC company, we have fast access to parts and units for prompt replacements.
Yes. Our Expert technicians are just a short drive away, whether you need a furnace repair in the dark of a cold winter night or an AC replacement in the middle of a heat wave.
It’s often less expensive to replace your heating system and AC unit at the same time. Plus, you’ll also enjoy higher energy efficiency year-round. Here’s when you should replace both systems at the same time:
Knowing when it’s time to schedule furnace installation might be tough and demanding. Our Experts at Enercare A1 Chesney have an A+ in home comfort, so you can depend on them to support you with making the most suitable decision. Get started by calling us at 403-277-1346 to ask for your free home comfort analysis today.
We service a few types of heating units, including gas furnaces and heat pumps.
We’ll do an in-home evaluation, work with you to locate the best furnace system for your needs, perform the installation and also ensure that the system is operating before leaving.
We also offer the HVAC Advantage Program, which supports just about everything. You’ll receive an updated HVAC system but will not have the hassle of tune-ups. You’ll have a brand-new, high-efficiency system—plus maintenance tune-ups, repairs and more at no extra cost—for merely one reasonable monthly price.
Your home’s air filter should be changed routinely, usually every 1-2 months.
Seasonal heating maintenance fees can vary, so please check our Maintenance+ membership page to see detailed tune-up rates.
Seasonal maintenance plans are definitely worth the expense for several reasons. Benefits of furnace maintenance plans include automated check-ins, VIP service and others.
If you want to include heater tune-ups with other important services, consider registering for our Advantage Program™, which can assist in keeping your warranty valid.
A popping disturbance is a common sign of an insufficient duct design. This takes place when there’s greater airflow than your ductwork can handle.
Troubles with your ductwork can bring up other ventilation and air quality disturbances, such as:
Call a qualified contractor in Calgary like Enercare A1 Chesney to assess your house’s ventilation system. We can offer suggestions for duct repair or installation.
It’s common for your heating and cooling system to make a small amount of noise. However, hearing weird or loud noises might suggest there’s an electrical problem or an error with the blower fan or capacitor. If not fixed, there could be severe (or expensive) aftermath.
This could be as a result of improper thermostat settings. Verify that the fan blower is set to “auto” and not “on.” Other factors include a damaged pilot light, restricted air flow due to dirty or jammed furnace filters, or plugged condensate lines. If issues persist, call Enercare A1 Chesney for quick repair.
Most companies will suggest heater replacement if the cost to repair your unit is more than half the cost of a new utit. Oftentimes, a repair won’t restore the furnace system to a minimally effective level. The lifetime for most furnace systems is 15-20 years, and so replacement is generally advised during that time frame. For more considerations, visit our blog covering more factors on when to repair or replace your furnace.
It’s often more affordable to replace your heater and AC system at the same time. Additionally, you’ll also enjoy higher energy efficiency year-round. Here’s when you should replace both systems at the same time:
Knowing when to schedule furnace installation may be difficult and challenging. Our Experts at Enercare A1 Chesney have an A+ in home comfort, so you can depend on us to help you make the most ideal decision. Start by giving us a call at 403-277-1346 to request your free home comfort analysis today.
We’ll provide an in-home consultation, work with you to find the best furnace system for your needs, complete the installation and also check that the system is working before leaving.
Small tasks like changing the air filter and keeping your equipment tidy can go a long way in increasing energy efficiency. Check out our full guide for cost savings you can earn by keeping your HVAC system healthy.
Central air conditioners are ducted HVAC products that remove heat from your house. There are also heat pump air conditioners, which extract heat with a reversible flow of coolant, as well as ductless mini-splits.
The right sized AC system depends upon the size of your house, the local climate and also several other factors. You need to effectively size the AC system to ensure optimal energy performance.
British thermal units are a form of measurement used in cooling to illustrate how much energy your AC unit needs to absorb heat. If the unit says 10,000 BTUs, the system is capable of absorbing that much heat each hour.
Routine maintenance is extremely beneficial for your air conditioner. While it’s not necessarily required, it’s an exceptional investment in the energy effectiveness and overall performance of your HVAC system. In most scenarios, having routine maintenance and service also keeps the manufacturer’s warranty legitimate.
Ductless air conditioning does not use air ducts to transfer cold air through a home. Instead, indoor air units blow the cold air straight into the room or area they’re mounted in.
SEER means Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio, which measures how efficiently your air conditioning is cooling over its busiest season.
Heat pumps are extremely energy efficient, but might begin to lose performance in severely cold weather conditions. Visit our overview for identifying if a heat pump or air conditioner is right for cooling your home.
The cost of air conditioning services depends on the make and model, the extent of the trouble and other factors. For various common repairs, you might expect to pay a couple hundred for components and labour.
The cost for AC installation largely depends on the size of the home and the replacement AC unit the you choose. The installation cost can be well over $12,000, depending on the size of the home and the replacement AC that is chosen for the home. Our Advantage Program helps homeowners have access to the AC systems they need for one affordable monthly payment.
It’s often less expensive to replace your furnace and air conditioner at the same time. Plus, you’ll also take pleasure in greater energy efficiency year-round. If your systems are older than 15 years or you want a high-efficiency model or smart thermostat, you should have a new AC and furnace installed together.
We install all types of air conditioning systems, including central air conditioning systems, geothermal, heat pumps and ductless mini-splits. Schedule a quote to find the right fit for your needs by calling Enercare A1 Chesney at 403-277-1346.
We offer the HVAC Advantage Program, which covers everything from new systems to repairs* and maintenance for an affordable monthly cost
Some of the work during an air conditioner tune-up includes a standard AC maintenance checklist:
There are usually many kinds of maintenance agreements and rates. Check out our memberships page to learn about our tiered maintenance memberships.
Seasonal air conditioner maintenance is important to keeping your equipment operating effectively, and it can reduce the need for unanticipated replacements.
Some key tells that you need air conditioning maintenance services on your system is if your home has poor air movement or hot and cold areas, leaks, unusual sounds or warm air coming from the vents.
Check this full guide to AC maintenance for different things you can do. One of the most important things homeowners can do to help preserve their system, other than having annual yearly or seasonal maintenance done, is to replace your AC unit’s air filter every 60-90 days, or 30 days if you have family pets. Replacing your filter on a routine basis can prolong the life expectancy of your system by reducing wear and tear on the unit, preventing clogs and improving air movement. Using a higher quality HEPA filter can also help maintain the AC unit’s efficiency and decrease instances of illness in your residence.
Yes. Our pros are just a swift trip away to assist with an AC repair or replacement during an emergency.
Most companies will advise an AC replacement when the expense to fix your system is more than half the cost of a new system. For more considerations, see our blog covering more information on whether to repair or replace your AC.
We service and install all types, including central A/C, ductless mini-splits as well as air-source heat pumps. (Conditional content: As an effort to encourage sustainable HVAC, we also install geothermal and solar HVAC.)
Heat pumps differ from other HVAC equipment because they move heat in or out of the building instead of creating it. The flow of heat can be reversed, allowing heat pumps to provide both heating and cooling.
You can prolong better performance from your heat pump by scheduling service at least once a year. Regular maintenance prolongs your heat pump’s life span and can help reduce repair and utility costs.
Maintaining energy-efficient equipment helps bring costs down. Explore our helpful in-depth guide about keeping your systems healthy. We’ll tell you all about proper maintenance and a few key benefits.
Yes. Professional service is just a short ways away, whether you need heat pump repair or replacement on a weekend day or in the middle of the night. Give us a call at 403-277-1346 for prompt service.
Heat pumps can provide both heating and cooling, and air-source heat pumps tend to be ideal in moderate climates where temps don’t go below 10 degrees Fahrenheit.
A heat pump system can replace a heating system in areas where the climate is temperate. Check our more detailed guide on different heat pump uses in the U.S. Usually, the answer is yes. Because heat pumps transfer hot air rather than creating it from a fuel source, they offer more efficiency than furnaces in most cases, and homeowners can anticipate 30-40% savings on utility expenses when transitioning.
This depends on differing issues that are leading to the need for repairs, which our ACE-certified technicians can help diagnose.
We install all different types of heat pumps systems, including air-source heat pumps that utilize central ductwork, ductless mini-split systems and ground-source heat pumps–otherwise known as geothermal heat pumps).
Heat pump maintenance is important for the system to execute successfully and have a long life expectancy. A heat pump should go through regular maintenance at least annually. Trust the Experts to assist with this with a maintenance membership.
Your home’s air filter should be changed on a regular basis, which is typically every one to two months.
Seasonal maintenance agreements are worth the cost for many reasons. Consistent maintenance keeps everything working as smoothly as feasible, which helps lower power bills while extending your equipment’s life expectancy.
HVAC tune-ups can often be covered in many cases through the labour warranty if your system is still within warranty, but we can check to see if tune-ups are covered. Through the Advantage Program™, crucial services such as heat pump maintenance are included! It’s one of the most valuable HVAC agreements around.
Many customers pay between $250 and $600 for a heat pump repair, but this depends on what the issue is when the HVAC technician arrives to diagnose the problem.
Heat pumps have a slightly reduced life span than furnaces do because they’re used all year, but with proper maintenance, many heat pump systems last about 10-15 years.
Yes. Our Experts are just a short drive away to help with a heat pump repair or replacement during an emergency.
Packaged HVAC units are all-in-one HVAC systems that house an air handler and unit parts in one metal cabinet system. This is used to save space in a basement or garage, or on rooftops in multifamily buildings.
We install all types of packaged HVAC systems, including packaged air conditioners, packaged gas/electric systems, packaged heat pumps and duel-fueled packaged systems. Give Enercare A1 Chesney a call to find the ideal one for your home.
Green energy HVAC focuses on reducing energy consumption and increasing the efficiency of existing HVAC systems in homes not set up for renewable energy options. Properly sized green installations reduce waste and increase output.
Some of the most energy-efficient HVAC systems available now are geothermal heat pumps and solar HVAC systems. Call 403-277-1346 today to have a conversation about system replacement if you’re interested.
High-efficiency HVAC systems use less energy than a standard HVAC system while providing the same (or better) output. This can save energy and money, and with regular tune-ups and maintenance, the life span of your system can increase. The longer a system is performing efficiently, the better impact we can have for sustainability.
There are rebates and incentive programs for certain new system installations in 2023. Enercare A1 Chesney can help you navigate discounts and payment for system replacements. We also offer HVAC lease options with our Advantage Program™.
Geothermal systems use energy from below ground to provide heating and cooling. They implement a “loop” system drawing heat from either the ground or a water source in heating mode. While cooling, this process works in reverse by extracting heat from indoors to the ground or a water source. The cold air in cooling mode is actually a byproduct of removing heat and humidity as air is recirculated.
Geothermal HVAC can end up saving money long term due to operational savings on utility bills, despite the up-front costs. And they’re more efficient than traditional central heating and cooling systems. You can even secure rebates, tax credits and other federal incentives to lower costs for the installation process.
Like other heat pumps, geothermal models don’t generate heat but rely on the Earth’s natural ambient temperature for climate control. You wind up reducing your monthly utility bills, and geothermal systems can also last a lot longer. If you keep up with routine maintenance, you can get 20 years from a geothermal heat pump and as much as 50+ years for an underground loop system.
Yes! Geothermal heat pumps are similar to traditional central heat pumps in that they are dual function systems capable of providing both heating and cooling. Even though it just has ‘heat’ in the name, geothermal heat pumps are equally effective at cooling homes in many different climates. As a matter of fact, they’re one of the most efficient types of HVAC systems today!
Sustainable HVAC design is providing HVAC systems to homeowners and building owners with a focus on high-efficiency systems, achieving higher performance, while reducing consumption and energy loss.
The most common sustainable HVAC systems are geothermal heat pumps, also called ground source heat pumps or water source heat pumps.
High-efficiency HVAC systems reach high performance (heating and cooling output) while consuming less energy than what was required from older, less efficient models.
Green HVAC installation focuses on adding energy-efficient HVAC models and properly sizing systems for the home’s requirements to ensure a high level of comfort and efficient energy consumption.
Geothermal and solar HVAC are the most up-to-date sustainable HVAC developments in the industry.
Scheduling regular maintenance on your HVAC systems can help prolong your system’s life span, which is a big step for household sustainability. Smart thermostats also regulate the daily temperature of your home and help with zoning, which reduces stress on your systems by not having major temperature adjustments. Installing energy-efficient HVAC systems can also be a big step in making your HVAC eco-friendly. High-efficiency HVAC systems are typically ENERGY STAR certified, which lowers carbon emissions by achieving high performance for less energy.
There are rebates and incentives in 2023 for adding energy-efficient HVAC models, such as high-efficiency heat pumps. The Department of Energy reviews HVAC efficiency standards and adjusts the minimum efficiency ratings on models, such as SEER rating, AFUE rating and HSPF rating, based on the latest research. This requires manufacturers to meet the minimum efficiency ratings in all new models.
Popping sounds are common if there’s a problem or damage in your ductwork. The actual sounds appear when there’s more airflow than your ductwork can handle. Problems with your ductwork can lead to other ventilation and air quality issues, such as:
A whole-home zoning system helps you optimize where heating and cooling is directed. With additional thermostats and dampers installed in the ductwork, each zone’s temperature can be individually controlled.
The concentration of indoor airborne particles average 3-5 times more than outdoor air. In fact, EPA research has found that exposure to contaminants can be 100 times higher indoors as compared to outdoors. Allergens, microorganisms and even household chemicals can be a cause of contamination and reduce your indoor air quality. You can obtain a total Home Health® Report Card by calling the air quality Experts at Enercare A1 Chesney.
Indoor air quality refers to pollution in your Calgary home or workplace. The level of airborne pollutants can be 2–5 times higher than outdoors. Considering that most people spend so much of their time inside and breathe an estimated 3,000 gallons of air each day (according to the American Lung Association), this can eventually lead to problems.
Depending on your specific air quality issues, solutions include things like:
Some of the most prevalent sources of pollutants include Volatile Organic Chemicals (VOCs) such as cleaning or personal care products, fuel-burning utilities and kitchen appliances, and particulate matter like dust, pollen and smoke.
Definitely. Pollutants and particulate matter can expose you to illnesses and worsen respiratory conditions, especially for children and the elderly. For certain contaminants like CO, the effects may even be lethal.
Resolving indoor air quality challenges can produce a host of benefits to your health and well-being, such as:
If you find yourself cleaning each day or coughing continuously, your indoor air may be to blame. According to EPA studies, indoor pollutants can reach concentrations as much as 100 times higher than the air outdoors. You can find out your indoor air quality by setting up a Home Health® Report consultation with Enercare A1 Chesney.
Each family has their own perception of home comfort, especially if someone in your Calgary home has sensitivity to pollen, dust or other pollutants that cause respiratory problems. You may require a single product like a high-efficiency air filtration system, or multiple. Enercare A1 Chesney can aid you in identifying the right mix of equipment.
No. HVAC air filters differ in quality and design, and several have exclusive features. We usually suggest using the filter your HVAC manufacturer recommends for your particular system. All filters are assigned MERV ratings on a scale from 1–20. MERV is an acronym for Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value and can aid you to identify high-efficiency filters. In most cases, a MERV rating of 11 or lower will be sufficient.
The ideal schedule for cleaning or replacing your air filter is based on a variety of factors, like the filter design and MERV rating as well as the existing indoor air quality. For conventional 1”-3” filters, most brands advise replacement every 30-90 days. Pets, health conditions and even surrounding pollution sources can necessitate replacing the filter more often.
Presuming the condition is not your body’s hydration, extremely dry air can irritate your throat and sinuses. Consider putting in a whole-home humidifier if you consistently struggle with a dry, itchy throat.
Your HVAC system extracts moisture as it functions, producing situations where humidity levels become unbalanced. Portable humidifiers can fix humidity challenges in a single room or small zone, but a central humidifier provides balanced humidity throughout the entire structure— home or business.
For most people, comfortable humidity levels fall between 30-60%. These levels are rather hard to sustain in the winter, as frigid air does not hold onto moisture as well as warm air. Furthermore, your furnace displaces moisture by producing hot, dry heat.
The smartest way to determine an appropriate whole-house humidifier is by measuring the height of your ceiling multiplied by the total square footage of the room. This will help figure out how many gallons of water each hour is needed to balance humidity.
You should also think about your finances, as a humidifier needs routine maintenance just like any other mechanical products.
It depends on the model, but whole-house humidifiers average between 1.5 to 12 gallons per day. As you can imagine, arid climates will use more water to keep humidity stable.
Regular preventive maintenance is often essential for long-term equipment efficiency, and your humidifier is no exception. The humidifier’s reservoir should be frequently drained and cleaned to prevent mold.
Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless and tasteless gas produced by partial fuel combustionthat is commonly caused by inadequate access to oxygen. Appliances relying on natural gas, charcoal, wood or kerosene are common sources of CO gas, usually if they are not running correctly or have been installed wrong. CO is poisonous to the body and is fatal at high levels or prolonged exposure.
Initial signs such as nausea and fatigue are often mistaken as a result of the flu. But CO gas exposure can progress, oftentimes leading to confusion, organ damage or even death. Other symptoms include:
Yes. Getting rid of carbon monoxide should be a key concern because of the risk it poses to your health and well-being. CO gas can be found in any Calgary home or commercial property, making proper ventilation and prevention tactics universally beneficial.
Prevention is the best place to start. A few safety precautions to take include:
If carbon monoxide has been identified, you should promptly vacate the building and call the fire department and utility company. If a leak is spotted, you should then contact a reputable HVAC company for repairs.
Because carbon monoxide is colorless, odorless and life-threatening in substantial concentrations, using carbon monoxide detectors in central locations is the best way to warn you to its presence.
A carbon monoxide detector is comparable to a smoke alarm, monitoring the air and telling you if carbon monoxide levels are too high. If it is possible, you should have at least one detector near every bedroom on all levels in your home. More detectors can be placed near the kitchen, living areas or near combustion appliances. These detectors are best used in combination with our HVAC maintenance memberships, which keep your product in good shape and may help you reduce the risk of carbon monoxide.
If an air freshener isn’t doing the trick, there may be microbes or contaminants nearby producing the unpleasant odor. Bacteria and mold are typical sources, but they can be fixed with the sanitation properties of a germicidal UV light. They are particularly effective against odor-producing microorganisms.
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