WeatherMakers Heating, Cooling & Plumbing Blog: Archive for November, 2024

The Air Filter: A Component You Can’t Afford to Forget This Year

Monday, November 18th, 2024

Every single furnace has an air filter–or at least every working furnace has an air filter. This component is very important because it protects sensitive interior systems like wires, burners, and the heat exchanger from getting caked in dust and debris. The air filter isn’t designed to improve your air quality, but it can also do that as long as you do one simple task:

Remember to change it every 1-3 months.

This blog post is going to focus on the importance of a furnace’s air filter and how it works to generally keep the components of your system safe and efficient. The longer you go without replacing the air filter, the more likely it is that you’ll see a rise in heating bills and poor comfort throughout your home.

Do you still need to call us for furnace repairs in Edmonton, AB if something goes wrong? Of course! But if there’s nothing wrong right now, you might be able to stave off those future repairs by replacing the filter.

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Choosing the Right Heating System for Your Home This Winter

Monday, November 4th, 2024

Which heating system is right for you? This is a question that many homeowners are beginning to ask as they see an opportunity to invest in a new, energy-efficient heating unit that makes serious improvements in their home comfort.

With several options on the market, homeowners can choose the best solution based on their energy needs, comfort preferences, and budget. Three popular systems are gas furnaces, central heat pumps, and ductless mini-splits. Here’s a detailed look at each to help you decide which heating system installation in Edmonton, AB might be the best.

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