Cleaning of Your Dryer Exhausts
Did you know that dryer fires are one of the most common fires in Ontario? This is because most homeowners don’t realize the amount of lint that comes off of their clothes with every cycle. When you dry your clothes most of the lint is trapped in your lint trap. The rest of the lint builds up on the inside of your dryer piping. With this lint collection and the gas that your dryer puts out (even if electric), plus the temperature of your dryer, heats this lint up and dries it out. Now this extremely dry lint is in...Read More
What about the exterior condenser?
Your outdoor air conditioning condenser unit is an integral part of your HVAC system. It contains the compressor, a fan and a coil. The smooth and dependable operation of your air conditioning system overall, depends in large part on how clean your condensing unit is. When your air conditioning is on, the compressor runs, as well as the condensor fan. This moves the required amount of air across that coil. Grass, weeds and shrubs can severely impede the air flow across the coil, to the point where your system can freeze up. And as with anything, if you want it...Read More
Not So Cool?
Considering the extremely hot summer we are having, you are most likely operating your air conditioning system more than not. But why is it not cool in the house? If you are experiencing a lack of cooling, chances are that your air filter is very dirty, or possibly plugged, therefore inhibiting proper air flow. Your furnace and air conditioning systems both require clean air filters to run properly. Dirty air filters is the number one cause for "no heat" and "no cooling" service calls. Before you call for service, check the condition of your air filter and clean or replace...Read More
How Can I perform an Air Quality Test?
This helpful guide should help determine if indoor air quality testing is really needed. There are many things that may cause you to become concerned about your indoor air quality (IAQ). Most people take IAQ for granted most of the time, until something noticeable happens. Common problems of poor IAQ can include: Too much dust in the air Too much moisture Not enough fresh air Mold Bacteria Radon Sewer gases CO, CO2 Chemical off gassing (VOC) These problems may cause symptoms such as: Repeated headaches Breathing difficulties, asthma, or respiratory infections Excessive coughing or the feeling of not getting enough...Read More
What a Summer
HOT!!! Yeah no kidding. Here in Toronto it has been exceptionally hot this summer…but are we complaining? No Way!! But is your air conditioner complaining? Maybe. Whenever you operate the air duct system for heating or cooling, the bottom of the Air Conditioning coil has a greater chance of clogging with dirt. This can often cause your coil to freeze up and will definitely reduce your air flow down to almost nothing. Give us a call and we might be able to help you over the phone, and if not, then one of our friendly technicians will be happy to...Read More
