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How to Increase Your Home’s Value with HVAC Upgrades

By Lambton ClimateCare | Date: 07-11-2022

For the most part, location and square footage are the biggest drivers of a home’s value. Having that extra bedroom or being closer to some good restaurants will make people pay more. Most homeowners don’t think about increasing home value with HVAC upgrades. An HVAC upgrade is not as exciting of an amenity as a […]

How to Manage Indoor Air Quality When Construction is Nearby

By Lambton ClimateCare | Date: 29-09-2022

Whether you’re renovating a part of your home, or a new building is going up next door, construction can contribute to lower indoor air quality in several ways. Most notably, construction processes create and stir up dirt, dust, fumes and debris, which can be harmful to one’s health. In this guide, we share a few […]

How to Plan for an HVAC Installation

By Lambton ClimateCare | Date: 10-08-2022

Whether you’re about to move into a new build or are looking to update your home’s heating and cooling, the installation of HVAC systems is an important process that you should feel properly prepared for. Although a technician will take care of most of the hard work, you too will need to take steps to […]

4 Reasons Why HVAC Maintenance Plans Are Worth It

By Lambton ClimateCare | Date: 27-06-2022

Table of Contents Priority Status No Additional Charges After Hours Additional Maintenance Plan Options Regular Equipment Maintenance and Inspection How Much Does HVAC Maintenance Cost? Contact Lambton ClimateCare Today for Your HVAC Service Contract If you have an HVAC system, you’ve invested thousands of dollars in your home. To protect this investment many Ontarians turn […]

4 Reasons Why Your Furnace is Leaking Water and How to Fix It

By Lambton ClimateCare | Date: 25-05-2022

Table of Contents Nearby Leaks Condensation Leaks Humidifier Issues Exhaust Problems There are some furnace issues that can be baffling, and a leak is certainly one of them. Most people don’t realize that their furnace even handles water, so discovering a leak is odd. While you can inspect your furnace and look for the […]

How to Know if You’re Losing Heat Through Your Windows (and how to fix it)

By Lambton ClimateCare | Date: 18-04-2022

Heat loss through windows isn’t uncommon in most modern homes. There are many reasons for this, including damage to the frames, ill-fitting seals, or conduction. The average home experiences 10% of its heat loss through windows, most of which through energy loss via conduction and convection. During this process, double glazed windows pull heat from […]

How to Flush a Water Heater

By Lambton ClimateCare | Date: 06-01-2022

Your water heater, like every other water-based appliance in your home, is exposed to sediment. These are the minerals in your water. If you have a lot of minerals your water is considered hard and it is even more important to flush your water heater. That’s because sediment build-up can slowly interfere with the proper […]

Steam vs Regular Humidifiers: What’s the Difference?

By Lambton ClimateCare | Date: 28-10-2021

Although you might not be aware of the humidity levels in your home, they have an impact on the air you breathe. Humidifiers can help improve air quality if your home tends to be dry. Humidifier benefits include reducing static electricity and irritants in the air that can cause allergy symptoms. They also help save […]

Furnace Evolution and History in Canada

By Lambton ClimateCare | Date: 16-09-2021

We take our furnace options somewhat for granted here in Canada. It wasn’t too long ago that most homes in Canada were burning wood or coal in order to get some heat. We’ll walk you through the history of coal furnaces, how we got to where we are today, and where electric furnaces are available […]

5 Most Common Furnace Problems and How to Avoid Them

By Lambton ClimateCare | Date: 14-07-2021

Most homeowners figure their furnace will always be there in the background, doing its job without fail. However, as furnaces age, they become more at risk of breaking down. Furnaces need regular maintenance to remain functional. Maintenance also helps furnaces operate at peak performance and energy efficiency. Although your furnace might be out of sight […]