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— because it’s more energy efficient and eco-friendly, the government is offering financial incentives.: It’s more expensive upfront — the actual machine is significantly more expensive than a furnace and air conditioner.
It could need more maintenance — heat pumps are more complicated technologies that could require more professional maintenance over time.: Gosling recommended a heat pump for my parents and suggests this option for many Canadians. “For many consumers, there are government incentives to help choose the more efficient product. The challenge with heat pumps is that they’re significantly more expensive [upfront], the advantage is they’re significantly more efficient,” he says.
A furnace heats up the air in the home and circulates it through the ductwork using fans. There are different types of furnaces including natural gas, propane, electric furnace and oil. Though you don’t need both an air conditioner and a furnace, many Canadian homes may have them due to the cold winters and warm summers. Home temperatures are most comfortable and operations are most efficient when the entire HVAC system is installed and working optimally. Air conditioners rely on furnaces’ fans and both units use the ductwork. A poorly installed air conditioner can also leak cool air, making the furnace work harder.Article contentNot necessarily, but it’s likely a good idea.
I trust Enercare because my parents have used them for 40 years and only have positive things to say about them. However, Enercare only operates in Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta and Quebec , so when it comes to looking for an HVAC company, “look for a licensed provider with a long history of the ability to support installation and service,” recommends Gosling.
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