Energy Efficiency
How to improve or maintain your home’s energy efficiency.
May
24
2023
Hey there! Ben here. I wanted to start answering some of the most common questions I get asked, and this one is top of mind as we head into AC season. 😎 When it comes to air conditioning, we don't rate efficiencies the same way we treat furnaces. Furnaces are rated in percentage. With air conditioners we rate efficiency in...
Jan
12
2022
Ductless Heat Pumps are incredibly energy efficient and can both cool your home in the summer and heat it during some of winter’s harshest days.
Investing in a Ductless Heat Pump
Air ducts are an important part of most heating and cooling systems. However, an average house can lose 25% or more of its energy through ductwork. That is a lot of...
Jan
12
2022
Kemptville winters can be long and cold. Thanks to recent advancements in technology, many new furnaces are extremely efficient. A new furnace system installed in Kemptville, Prescott, Brockville, or Merrickville can be up to 50% more efficient than one that’s 12 years or older. It's quite likely that a furnace upgrade is profitable in the long run. Replacing an outdated...
Jan
12
2022
There are two things to consider when thinking about air conditioners: SIZE and EFFICIENCY. When it comes to air conditioners, bigger doesn’t mean better. Choosing the right air conditioner for your home requires taking many factors into consideration including, square footage, window size and direction, as well as insulation values in your walls and attic. An air conditioner doesn’t just...
Jan
12
2022
Having the right water heater is important. Did you know that approximately 15% of your home’s energy budget is dedicated to heating water? This means that if you currently have an older or inefficient water heater, your energy bills are higher than they should be. Make sure you save precious resources and reduce your bills with a new efficient...