Aim for 30 to 40 per cent relative humidity in a Barrie home during winter. When outdoor temperatures drop below about -10°C, ease it down toward 30 per cent to stop condensation from forming on your windows. Below 30 per … Continue reading
Aim for 30 to 40 per cent relative humidity in a Barrie home during winter. When outdoor temperatures drop below about -10°C, ease it down toward 30 per cent to stop condensation from forming on your windows. Below 30 per … Continue reading
For most Barrie homes, a MERV 8 to MERV 11 furnace filter is the sweet spot. It catches dust, pollen and pet dander without choking the airflow your furnace needs on a cold January night. Go higher than MERV 13 … Continue reading
February is often the coldest month of the year in South Georgian Bay. Whether you live in a cozy Wasaga Beach cottage or a spacious Collingwood chalet, your furnace or heat pump is likely working around the clock to keep … Continue reading
Your Fireplace Should Feel Like Comfort, Not a Chore There’s nothing cozier than flipping a switch and watching your gas fireplace flicker to life. So when it won’t start, the remote stops responding, or it suddenly starts making noises you’ve … Continue reading
November in South Georgian Bay is a busy time. Between the first real dustings of snow in Collingwood and the holiday prep beginning in Wasaga Beach, our homes start working overtime. More indoor lighting, festive decorations, and extra appliances for … Continue reading
In a Barrie winter, check your furnace filter every month and expect to change a standard 1-inch filter every 30 to 60 days. Thicker 4- or 5-inch media filters last longer, usually 3 to 6 months even in heavy use. … Continue reading
Replace your furnace if it’s over 15 years old, needs a repair costing more than a third of a new unit, or has a cracked heat exchanger. Repair it if it’s under 10 years old and the fix is minor. … Continue reading
Most furnace repairs in Barrie cost between $150 and $600, with the average repair landing around $300–$450. Minor fixes like a flame sensor cleaning or thermostat issue sit at the low end, while bigger jobs like a draft inducer motor … Continue reading
If your furnace is blowing cold air, the most common causes are a thermostat set to “ON” instead of “AUTO”, a clogged filter causing the furnace to overheat and shut off its burners, a pilot or ignition problem, or a … Continue reading
Wondering what duct cleaning really costs and how long it takes? Here’s a plain-spoken guide to pricing, timing, and what’s included. Duct Cleaning Cost Guide: What to Expect and How to Get an Accurate Quote If you’ve been searching “how … Continue reading
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