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  • How Often Should a Furnace Be Maintained?

    Maintaining your furnace is crucial to ensuring your comfort and safety during the winter months. A furnace that has not been serviced for over a year is at risk of malfunctioning at any time. It is important to schedule timely furnace maintenance to ensure your equipment won’t let you down right when you need it

    September 9, 2023

  • The Essentials of HVAC Quotes – What You Need to Know

    When it comes to getting an accurate HVAC quote, there are a number of factors to consider. Understanding the essentials of an HVAC quote can help you make an informed decision when selecting a contractor and ensure you get the most accurate quote for your needs. Here at Atel Air, we are often asked for

    August 4, 2023
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    Indoor Air Quality Tips: Staying Safe During Wildfire Season

    As wildfire season continues to ravage parts of the country, it’s important to take steps to protect your family from the hazardous smoke and poor indoor air quality. Wildfire smoke contains a mixture of gases and fine particles that can cause serious health problems, especially for those with existing respiratory issues. Fortunately, there are a

    July 9, 2023

  • 7 Great Reasons to Choose a Local HVAC Company

    There are plenty of national heating and cooling companies in Canada, but you shouldn’t overlook the smaller, independent ones in your area. Here are a few great reasons to support local HVAC companies. We’re Your Friends & Neighbours First and foremost, local businesses like ours employ your friends and neighbours. When you choose to work

    June 11, 2023

  • How to Save Money on Air Conditioning This Summer

    With summer just around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about how to keep cool without breaking the bank. Whether you’re a homeowner or a tenant, it’s essential to know how to keep your air conditioning costs low while also keeping comfortable. Read on to find out how to make your home more energy-efficient

    May 21, 2023

  • Planning to Buy a New Air Conditioner This Year? Why You Should Consider a Heat Pump Instead.

    While the weather of late may not seem like it, summer really is right around the corner. In just a few weeks, we’ll be cursing the heat & humidity of Ontario summers and seeking refuge inside our air-conditioned homes. For some, it’s time to replace aging, unreliable air conditioning systems this year. If you’ve been

    April 23, 2023

  • Is Your HVAC System Up to Code? You Might Be Surprised

    Are you confident that your HVAC system is up to code? If you haven’t had your system inspected lately, you could be in for an unpleasant surprise. The Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) system in your home is one of the most essential elements to maintain. Not only does it keep your home comfortable

    March 12, 2023

  • What is the Average Lifespan of a Furnace?

        When it comes to determining how long your furnace will last, there are a variety of factors that need to be taken into consideration. The brand and quality of the furnace’s installation can play a huge role in how long it will last. As the homeowner, you can also help increase the life

    February 12, 2023

  • Debunking Widespread Myths Regarding Heat Pumps

    Heat pumps have often been met with misconceptions and confusion. Heat pumps often face various misconceptions, leading to people doubting their efficiency and reliability. What many people don’t realize is that heat pumps have evolved significantly due to a number of innovations. In the paragraphs below, we answer questions and clear up the myths and

    January 21, 2023
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    Tired of Relying on Oil Heating?

    For those currently using oil for their home heating needs, keeping your home comfortable during the winter gets more expensive every year. The cost of furnace oil is growing, causing many homeowners to worry. So many that some home heating oil providers are extending 10-month budget plans to 12 months to ease their customer’s financial

    December 17, 2022

  • 7 Signs It’s Time for a New Furnace

    Nobody wants to have a new furnace installed. It can be expensive and time-consuming, and surprise furnace emergencies always seem to happen on the coldest days. If things aren’t working right, we call in our favourite trusted HVAC company (like Atel!) to have our heating & cooling systems fixed. From replacing expensive parts to an

    November 27, 2022

  • Why HVAC System Maintenance is Important

    It’s that time of year again when we begin to rely on our furnaces for warmth, comfort and safety. Turning it on for the first time of the season may make you think it is running well, but there are a few things under the hood that, if not checked regularly, could cause problems in

    October 30, 2022