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Choosing a new furnace is a big decision. It affects how comfortable your home feels, how much you spend on energy each month, and how confident you feel during the coldest parts of the winter. [...]

Most homeowners focus on one thing during Canadian winters: heat. Your furnace keeps temperatures comfortable, but warmth alone does not tell the whole story. Dry indoor air, a near-universal [...]

When the cold Toronto winter hits, your furnace becomes the most important appliance in your home. Yet many homeowners unknowingly make small mistakes that can reduce efficiency, increase bills, [...]

The first snowfall in Toronto always sets off the same familiar routine. Windows close, thermostats go up, and furnaces come back to life after months of sitting quiet. For the next several [...]

Waking up to a freezing Toronto home in January is every homeowner’s nightmare. When your furnace stops producing heat, the natural reaction is to call for emergency service right away. But [...]

When the first frost hits Toronto, homeowners quickly learn whether their furnace is ready for winter. Some breathe a sigh of relief as their system starts up smoothly. Others hear clanks, smell [...]

Picture this: you’re at a neighborhood barbecue, casually mentioning you’re thinking about getting a heat pump. Suddenly, everyone becomes an expert. “They freeze up in [...]

It’s 2 AM on the coldest night of February, and you wake up shivering. Your trusty heat pump, which has been faithfully humming along all winter, has suddenly gone quiet. The house feels [...]

Picture this: it’s the first warm day of spring, and you’re ready to switch from heating to cooling. You flip the thermostat, expecting that familiar whoosh of cool air, but instead [...]

Picture this: it’s January in Toronto, the thermometer reads -20°C, and your neighbor just told you they’re heating their entire home with something called a “heat pump.” Your first [...]

At some point, every homeowner runs into the big question: should you fix your furnace, or is it time to get a new one? Simple issues like dirty filters or minor electrical problems can usually [...]

Your furnace filter might seem like a small detail, but it plays a big part in keeping your home comfortable, your air clean, and your heating system running smoothly. It traps dust, pet hair, [...]

When temperatures drop in Toronto and the GTA, your comfort at home often comes down to one thing: your furnace. Most of us just adjust the thermostat and trust it’ll do its job, but knowing how [...]

When winter hits in Toronto and the GTA, staying warm isn’t just nice to have — it’s essential. That’s why a reliable heating system matters, and for most homes, that system is a [...]

When it comes to making your home feel comfortable, most people immediately think of temperature. But there’s another element that’s just as important — and often invisible: the air you breathe. [...]

When we think about home comfort, heating and cooling usually steal the spotlight. But there’s a third piece of the puzzle that’s just as important — and often overlooked: ventilation. [...]

Your home’s air might look clean — but don’t let appearances fool you. Between dust, pet dander, wildfire smoke, and everyday chemicals from cleaners or furniture, the air inside our homes often [...]

Keeping your heat pump running smoothly doesn’t take a lot of technical know-how—just a little regular attention. Cleaning your system on a consistent basis is one of the best things you can do [...]

When the summer heat hits hard, your air conditioner quickly becomes more than a comfort—it’s a necessity. But even the most reliable systems can struggle if they’re not properly cared for. [...]

Thinking about upgrading your home’s HVAC system? If you’ve come across the term “heat pump” in your research, you might be wondering—what does it actually do, and is it right for your home? In [...]

We spend as much as 90% of our time indoors — yet most homeowners rarely stop to think about the indoor air quality in their homes. In a city like Toronto, where homes are often sealed tightly [...]

With energy prices on the rise and climate control becoming more important than ever, many Toronto and GTA homeowners are turning to heat pump installation as a smarter way to stay comfortable [...]

When your air conditioner suddenly breaks down on a scorching summer day, you’re likely faced with an urgent question: Should you repair your AC or invest in a brand-new unit? At 1st Air, [...]

Your air conditioner does a lot of heavy lifting during the summer months, keeping you cool and comfortable day after day. But like any appliance you rely on heavily, it needs some regular [...]

With more options to heat your home, the choice nowadays usually comes down to getting a heat pump vs furnace. While both systems work well to keep your home warm during cold Canadian winters, [...]

Energy-efficient, eco-friendly, and capable of both heat and cool, heat pumps have been getting a lot of traction lately. But how exactly does a heat pump work? It works off a basic principle: [...]

You might be asking yourself, “What exactly is a heat pump?” Simply put, it’s an efficient system designed to both heat and cool your home. Instead of generating heat through burning [...]

Being able to spot early warning signs in your AC system can help avoid costly repairs in the peak of the summer when you need your AC the most. At 1st Air, we’ve built our reputation on [...]

Why Upgrading Your Air Conditioning System in Toronto Is a Smart Investment Don’t wait until Toronto’s summer heat causes your air conditioner system to break down. Here at 1st Air, our experts [...]

Get Ahead of the Heat   A bit of early air conditioner maintenance can really make the difference when it comes to keeping your unit in tip top shape. Summer’s in Toronto and the GTA can get [...]

Do you want to install a new AC system? You may be wondering if it’s better to get central air conditioning or a ductless system. Of course, the answer will depend on your situation. In case you [...]

What do we mean when we say humidifiers return moisture to the air? Why is it important to own one? How do they help your sinuses? A humidifier makes the dry air more comfortable by boosting the [...]

Did you know the primary source of problems with heating and cooling systems is dirt in the air filter? Your air conditioner uses more energy to cool down your home when dust and debris in the [...]

Is your furnace not working? It doesn’t heat or works poorly? What should you do?  Your immediate thought is to call an HVAC company. However, did you know that there are actually a few [...]

Annual maintenance is critical to ensure that your air conditioner will operate efficiently and have a long service life. Some of the simple maintenance could be done by yourself, but you may [...]

Occasionally you may observe your air conditioner freezing up after operating for some time. It will not release cool air properly when this occurs, and ultimately an enormous chunk of ice will [...]

Pets are cute and adorable, they make us happy. Most of the time they do their business in appropriate places, but sometimes they choose an awkward place! Pets urine contain ammonia that is a [...]

Many factors are involved when determining what size of an air conditioner or furnace would have the required power output to cool or heat your home. These factors include the extent of exposure [...]

Smart thermostat is a new generation of programmable thermostats that give you more control of your heating and cooling unit. They are simple to program and allows you to personalize the settings [...]

It is a hot summer day and your air conditioner stops working. What to do? There are some steps that you as a homeowner can do to verify and fix the problem. However, if you have verified that [...]

Homeowners always question if is better to repair or replace a heating unit. First of all, it is necessary to understand that a furnace unit has a useful lifetime, that means it will work [...]

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One of the most important pieces in an HVAC system, but often most forgotten is the filter. Replacing the air filter regularly is the smartest thing homeowner could do it. Filters must be [...]

Many homeowners complain about the wide difference in the temperature in some rooms in the house. There are a variety of reasons the temperature of your home can vary room-to-room. Some reasons [...]