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Since January 1st, 2023, all new residential boilers installed in BC homes must be at least 90% efficient. A lot of people are wondering what that means for them, so we put together a quick guide to what you need to know with some frequently asked questions and information on how to get a rebate...

We have a lot of people asking about how they can benefit from heat pump rebates offered by the government. Navigating the current heat pump rebates is not easy, so we have put together a summary of the key points you need to know when considering purchasing a heat pump in Surrey, Langley, White Rock,...

Depending on what type of fire table you buy, and where you want to locate it on your property, running a natural gas line to it could be quite straightforward or quite involved. Many people do not think about the specifics of how installing a fire table will work until they have already purchased one....

Are you thinking of replacing your boiler? If so, you may be feeling unsure of how to go about choosing your replacement unit. A lot of people don’t know anything about the boiler in their home other than whether it’s working or not and choosing a new boiler can feel daunting.  Since January 1st, 2022,...

Are you unsure of how to tell when you should start thinking about replacing your home heating system? Here are some signs that should tip you off that it’s time to upgrade to a new heating system.   Your Heating System is Past its Life Expectancy Different heating systems have different life expectancies, but find...

Since 2010, mid-efficiency furnaces have been phased out in Canada and replaced with high-efficiency furnaces. This means that Canadians can now only buy high-efficiency furnaces for their homes. There are three main types of high-efficiency furnaces to choose from. Here is a quick guide to understanding the difference between the types of high-efficiency furnaces. Book...

In order to understand what a combi, or combination, boiler is, first you need to have some basic knowledge of what a conventional boiler is and how it works.   How a Conventional Boiler Works A conventional boiler uses a burner to heat water which is then circulated through your heating system to heat your...

Replacing your furnace filter regularly is the #1 thing you can do to keep your furnace running smoothly, cut down repair costs, and of course, improve your indoor air quality.  Your furnace filter works to trap dust, lint, pet hair, and other airborne particles so that they don’t clog up your furnace. When the airflow...

FortisBC has just announced that they are doubling their furnace and boiler rebates for the period of October 1st, 2020 to March 31st, 2021. Homeowners who replace their old mid-efficiency heating systems with new high-efficiency equipment during these six months will be eligible for a rebate between $1,600-$2,400.   FortisBC Rebates Doubled from October 2020-March...