Homeowners in Arnprior should aim to have their HVAC unit serviced at least once a year. However, if your home has both heating and air conditioning systems, we recommend booking a service appointment twice a year. For heating units, booking an appointment in the early fall will help ensure that your HVAC system is prepared to function as energy efficient as possible during the winter months. In addition, it will also provide you with ample time to undergo any repairs that may be discovered during your scheduled maintenance appointment. 

In contrast, if you have air conditioning in your home, homeowners should aim to have their unit maintained in the early Spring to ensure it is prepared to function optimally and as energy efficient as possible as the weather begins to warm. Again, this will also provide you with enough time to undergo any repairs we may discover during our inspection. 

When booking a maintenance appointment for your HVACN in Arnprior with the team at Francis Home Environment, homeowners can expect the following services to be conducted: 

• Cleaning or replacing all filters.
• Inspection of thermostat accuracy.
• Cleaning of evaporator coils and condensers.
• Inspection of refrigerant levels.
• Review for any mould or mildew growth.
• Cleaning your inner and outer HVAC unit to ensure it is free of dust and other debris.
• Individual assessment of all mechanisms and moving parts.
• Review of blower motor to ensure property airflow.
• Check of the electrical system of the unit.
• Clearing of clogged drain lines.
• Emptying of drain pans.
• Check all heating elements.
• Replacement of belts and pulleys that may be frayed. 
• Check gas pressure if necessary.
• Inspection of carbon monoxide levels, if necessary.

Is your HVAC unit overdue for its yearly maintenance? If the answer is yes, book a consultation with Francis Home Environment today by calling us directly or making an appointment online!

At Francis Home Environment, we put our customers first. Following years of successful experience, our professional technicians understand that all homeowners and homes are unique. With varying needs and expectations, when it comes to finding the perfect HVAC for your home, the process is not a one-size-fits-all solution. Because of this, before we are able to provide homeowners with an installation cost, homeowners need to book a free consultation with a member of our HVAC technician team. Upon doing so, a technician will come to your home and conduct a thorough inspection before providing you with professional recommendations on how to maximize your home’s energy efficiency while providing you with an estimated installation cost. Therefore, while we are unable to provide you with an installation cost before visiting your home, we are able to provide you with a list of factors that will ultimately contribute to the final cost of installing an HVAC in Arnprior. Here is a closer look at some of these factors: 

• The company you select to work with for your installation 
• The type of HVAC system you want to install into your home in contrast to the unit you presently have in your home. 
• The scope of the installation project.
• The Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio of the HVAC unit you need to install. 
• The cost of labor to install your new HVAC unit into your home.
• The installation techniques needed to connect your new HVAC unit

The number of British Thermal Units (BTUs) required to heat and cool your home. This number is determined by: 

• The age of your home
• The layout of the rooms and floors throughout your home
• The quality of your home’s insulation, in addition to its heat gain and loss 
• The style and quality of ductwork you have installed in your home.
• The height of your ceilings. 
• The total square footage of your home 

As you can see, choosing and installing the correct HVAC unit for your home can be challenging to estimate before conducting a thorough inspection of your property. However, with the help of the team at Francis Home Environment, homeowners can rest assured knowing our technicians will provide them with advice that will help them save money on their monthly energy bills so they can keep their families comfortable all year round. 

At Francis Home Environment, we’re happy to offer all Arnprior homeowners 0% interest rates and no payments when purchasing a new HVAC system! 

If you’re ready to learn more about installing a new HVAC system into your home, book a free consultation with the team at Francis Home Environment today. What is the difference between a furnace and HVAC?

This is a question we get asked frequently as it can often cause confusion amongst homeowners. Therefore, to provide you with more clarity on the difference between a furnace and an HVAC here is a more detailed explanation of each system. 

An HVAC unit is a system that is installed in your home. It provides your home with heating, ventilation, and air conditioning. It permits homeowners to regulate the indoor temperature of their living space quickly and conveniently. Using a thermostat, you can control the temperature inside with the click of a button, depending on your preference. 

In addition, an HVAC unit is responsible for circulating the air inside your home. As a result, it ensures that the indoor air quality of your home is clean by eliminating any dust, hair, dirt, and other airborne debris that may result in allergy and cold-like symptoms for extended periods of time with no explanation. Typical HVAC systems include: 

• Air conditioners
• Heat pumps 
• Boilers 
• UV air purifiers 
• Humidifiers 
• Water heaters
• Furnace 

At the same time, a furnace is a kind of heating unit that is a part of your home’s overall HVAC system. A furnace can be powered by either electricity or gas, depending on your unique home features. The energy within the unit produces heat on a burner. The heat is then transferred through a heat exchange. The heated air is pushed out throughout your ductwork before diffusing through air vents located in every room. Furthermore, as your furnace generates heat, combustion gasses are vented outside using a flue pipe. 

The main parts of a furnace include: 

• The control system, also known as the thermostat
• Gas valves 
• Burners 
• Heat exchangers 
• A motor blower 
• Ducts 
• Ventilation system 
• Flue pipe