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Furnace Carbon Monoxide Safety
Quick answer: Furnace carbon monoxide comes from poor combustion, a cracked heat exchanger or a blocked vent. CO is invisible and odourless, so a working alarm is your only warning. Ontario's Fire Code requires CO alarms next to sleeping areas and on every storey of...
Furnace Maintenance Checklist for Ottawa Homeowners
Quick answer: Check your furnace filter monthly and replace it every 1–3 months, or every 6–12 months for a 4–5 inch media filter. Keep vents and outdoor vent pipes clear, test carbon monoxide alarms monthly, and replace the humidifier pad each fall. Book a...
Furnace Noises: What They Mean and What to Do
Quick answer: Most furnace noises point to a specific part. Squealing usually means a blower motor or belt problem, repeated clicking without heat suggests an ignition fault, and rattling is often a loose panel. A loud bang at start-up, grinding metal, or any noise...
Furnace Replacement Cost in Ottawa (2026 Guide)
Quick answer: A new high-efficiency gas furnace (96–98% AFUE) typically costs $4,500 to $8,500 installed in Ottawa, and up to about $10,500 for a variable-speed modulating model. Replacing the furnace and central air conditioner together usually runs $8,000 to...
Heat Pump Cost in Ottawa (2026)
Quick answer: In Ottawa, a ducted cold-climate heat pump typically costs $9,000 to $18,000 installed when your existing ducts can be reused. A single-zone ductless mini-split usually runs $3,500 to $6,500, and a multi-zone system with 2–4 indoor heads $7,000 to...
How Long Does a Furnace Last?
Quick answer: Most gas furnaces last 15 to 20 years. In Ottawa, where a furnace often runs from October to April and works hard through −25 °C cold snaps, yearly maintenance, regular filter changes and correct sizing decide whether yours reaches the top of that range....
HRV vs ERV: Which Is Better for Ottawa Homes?
Quick answer: The main difference in HRV vs ERV is moisture. An HRV (heat recovery ventilator) recovers heat but not humidity, so it helps homes with too much winter moisture. An ERV (energy recovery ventilator) recovers heat and some humidity, so it suits homes that...
Rent vs Buy a Water Heater in Ontario
Quick answer: When you compare rent vs buy water heater costs in Ontario, buying usually wins if you stay more than about six years. Rentals run roughly $25 to $45 a month, while a gas tank costs $1,800 to $3,200 installed in Ottawa. At mid-range prices, renting costs...
SEER2, AFUE and HSPF2 Explained
Quick answer: HVAC efficiency ratings tell you how much heating or cooling you get for the energy you pay for. AFUE rates gas furnaces, SEER2 rates air conditioners and heat pumps in cooling, and HSPF2 rates heat pumps in heating. For Ottawa, look for at least 96%...
Tank vs Tankless Water Heater
Quick answer: In the tank vs tankless water heater choice, a gas tank costs less up front ($1,800 to $3,200 installed in Ottawa) and is simpler to swap. A tankless heater costs more ($3,500 to $6,500) but uses less gas, lasts longer and never runs out. Busy families...
Do Heat Pumps Work in Ottawa Winters?
Quick answer: Yes. Modern cold-climate heat pumps keep producing heat down to roughly −25 °C to −30 °C, and many Ottawa homes now use one as their main heat source. Efficiency and output drop as it gets colder, so a properly designed system includes backup heat,...
Ductless Mini-Split Cost in Ottawa
Quick answer: A ductless mini-split cost in Ottawa typically runs $3,500 to $6,500 installed for a single-zone system and $7,000 to $16,000 for a multi-zone system with two to four indoor heads. Price depends on capacity, cold-climate rating, head type, line set...
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