WeatherMakers Heating, Cooling & Plumbing Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Edmonton’

Weathermakers Tips: It’s Not Too Late for Maintenance!

Monday, July 15th, 2024

Maintenance is usually a topic we reserve for springtime when temperatures are mild and our schedules are wide open. Now, we’re dealing with heatwave after heatwave and customers calling our hotline on a daily basis. But we think it’s important that we relay one important fact to our customers–it’s never too late for maintenance.

It’s true! Whether your central air conditioner missed one maintenance appointment or has never been maintained before, we promise that this service can be important right now. Sure, it might be a bit trickier to pencil you into our busy schedule, but we can make it work.

Keep reading to learn why AC maintenance in Edmonton, AB is valuable even during the hottest months of the summer.

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Deciding to Go Ductless: Pros and Cons

Monday, July 1st, 2024

Ductless air conditioning and heating systems represent a new way of thinking about comfort. They don’t use air ducts, as the name implies, and they run at peak efficiency levels that customers are just now discovering, which means they can save big on their energy bills.

Ductless systems have a ton of unique advantages and reasons for an initial purchase. But they’re not a one-size-fits-all solution for everyone. For reasons that we’ll get into below, a ductless HVAC system in Edmonton, AB is only going to be good for certain customers, and a more conventional system like a ducted heat pump or a central air conditioner might be a better choice for others.

How do you know which category you fit into? Let’s figure it out together!

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Five Common Sounds of a Malfunctioning Air Conditioner

Monday, June 17th, 2024

Air conditioners, when working correctly can often just make a clicking sound and a whir as they send air gently through the vents of your home. Rarely do they make sounds beyond that, and when they do, it’s usually a sign that something is wrong.

Now, we don’t want to stress any of our customers out, so we’ll make things as easy as possible. Most issues that give off strange or uncomfortable noises can be fixed by a professional, like the ones on our team. Just schedule an appointment and let us do the rest.

But for everyone who might be a bit curious, vigilance is key. The earlier you can detect an issue in your air conditioner using your ears, the more likely you’ll be to get it taken care of affordably with air conditioning repair in Edmonton, AB.

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5 Signs It Might Be Time to Retire Your AC

Monday, June 3rd, 2024

For the uninitiated, air conditioning repairs aren’t always going to cut it when it comes to fixing your problems. Repairs imply that your air conditioner is in okay shape to begin with. But air conditioners that are either too old, too broken, or too inefficient are often not worth the repair cost and are not what we would consider in good shape.

But how do you know if your air conditioner is on its way out? The signs aren’t always obvious, and it might require some digging, but there is an answer out there. We will help you get to the bottom of this conundrum.

Just remember–you can’t avoid central AC replacement in Edmonton, AB. Every AC has a lifespan limit and will need to be replaced eventually. But you can schedule this with our team for an easy and reliable experience.

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DIY Tips: Cleaning Your Air Filter

Monday, May 20th, 2024

Before you scroll away from this blog, we’re not referring to air filtration systems or air purifiers in the title. Nope, we’re talking to any homeowner who has a central air conditioner, heat pump, or even a ductless mini split. Every single one of these systems has an air filter that needs to be cleaned on a regular basis.

And the best part is? We don’t need to be the ones to clean it. You can clean your air filter whenever you want.

Yep, this isn’t a typical blog about hiring a professional for AC maintenance in Edmonton, AB or scheduling a diagnosis with an expert. This is a bit of maintenance that you can do right now, and we’d argue, homeowners should be doing it on a very regular basis to avoid problems down the line.

Want to learn more about this component? Keep reading and we’ll get to the bottom of it.

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A Refrigerant Leak FAQ: What They Are, and How to Detect Them

Monday, May 6th, 2024

Refrigerant leaks are no joke. They can cause your air conditioner to deteriorate over time, limiting its lifespan, efficiency, and even go as far as to cause a breakdown when you’re not watching. This is one of the reasons why we try to educate our customers on the signs of a refrigerant leak. The earlier you detect this problem, the less likely it is to negatively affect you.

The truth is that even minor things can cause a refrigerant leak, like pest issues or a bad storm. These kinds of things happen, but a homeowner who can quickly detect the signs of leaking refrigerant can avoid some of the worst AC repairs in Edmonton imaginable.

Follow along with our refrigerant leak FAQ to learn more about refrigerant and how to detect leaks.

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Our Deep Ductless Guide for Homeowners

Monday, April 22nd, 2024

Ductless systems–you’ve seen them, heard about them, and your search history is probably full of links about them. These nifty pieces of equipment are cool enough to get any homeowner’s ears to perk up when they’re mentioned, but are they worth the hefty price tag?

The short answer is yes, ductless systems are just as good as they sound. But in order to understand why a ductless heat pump in Edmonton, AB is a sensible purchase, we need to talk about how they work and some of their advantages. They’re not the cheapest systems on the market, but they’re well worth their price and can transform a home into a 21st-century sanctuary if installed by a licensed professional.

Keep reading to learn about why your next large purchase should be a ductless heat pump.

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Join the Comfort Club: The Unique Benefits of Springtime Maintenance

Monday, April 8th, 2024

If we were to ask you what you thought about maintenance, what would you say? Here are a few familiar responses we’ve seen:

I can just do my own maintenance. I don’t need to belong to a club.

Isn’t maintenance optional? It seems like an extra thing that we just don’t need.

Maintenance is only for certain HVAC systems. My air conditioner doesn’t need it.

These are all common reasons for people to skip out on maintenance, and while we understand the various sentiments, the data proves something else. AC maintenance in Edmonton, AB is a vital service that is not as optional as people think, and we’d like to cover some of the best benefits that come from investing in such a service.

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How a Humidifier and Heating System Can Work Together

Monday, March 25th, 2024

There’s a misconception going around that your heating system is the only thing that can help keep your home comfortable when temperatures suddenly drop. While this might sound like it’s true, there’s another system out there that can do an impressive job of keeping your home comfortable, healthy, and happy.

With such an unpredictable spring, we’re still expecting some frigid days ahead, so you’ll want to make sure your heating system is doing the best job it can. And that’s why we’d like to talk about how you can make a difference by coupling your furnace with a humidifier in Edmonton, AB.

That’s right! Humidifiers aren’t just for sleeping better and staying safe when an illness is going around. They’re actually incredibly good at easing the burden on your heating unit and allowing your home to stay more comfortable for longer. Let’s get into it down below.

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