Repairs & Maintenance Archives - Ken Philp ClimateCare

6 Ways to Creatively Heat Your House If Your Furnace Broke

Written by Ken Philp | Date: 05-10-2021

Furnaces have a bad habit of breaking down on some of the coldest days of the year. Or, maybe you’re experiencing a power outage? Either way, there are a few creative ways you can add some heat to your home while you wait for the furnace to be fixed or for the power to come […]

Common Indoor Air Quality Problems and Their Solutions

Written by Ken Philp | Date: 22-10-2020

Indoor air quality has a much larger impact on our health than most people imagine. Poor air quality can be a serious issue, causing respiratory infections, breathing problems, and even cancers. It is wise to ensure that your home is free of harmful gases and other contaminants that can cause these issues. Unfortunately, many homes […]

Spring HVAC Maintenance. Your HVAC Spring Cleaning Checklist

Written by Ken Philp ClimateCare | Date: 07-03-2018

With the first day of spring fast approaching (Tuesday, March 20), thoughts quickly turn to traditional annual spring cleaning chores like: Decluttering the home Window-washing Organizing the garage Putting away cold-weather items and bringing out warm-weather ones Are you working on your spring cleaning to-do list? As you put together your annual spring cleaning checklist, […]

Why Most Families Choose Furnace Maintenance Service over Furnace Repairs (Infographic)

Written by Ken Philp ClimateCare | Date: 02-11-2017

Your ClimateCare furnace is an essential part of your home heating system; it absolutely has to work when you need it to. For many families, that comes down to one of two choices: An ongoing furnace maintenance service plan Furnace repairs on an as-needed basis While it’s all about personal preference, more homeowners are choosing […]

Does the Furnace Noise Coming from Your Basement Sound Like This?

Written by Ken Philp ClimateCare | Date: 13-09-2017

Did a loud squealing noise coming from the basement wake you up late last night? After you checked it out to make sure it wasn’t a haunting or a break in, what did you do? If you didn’t call us (or another local furnace contractor), don’t wait another minute. Ignoring furnace noises can lead to […]

What Does Furnace Maintenance Get Me?

Written by Ken Philp ClimateCare | Date: 29-08-2017

We’re getting closer to furnace maintenance season, and customers often ask us what our industry-leading 26 point furnace maintenance checklist includes. It’s no secret; our furnace maintenance program is the most comprehensive in the business. The value is unbeatable and we’re happy to share it with customers so you see the value too. When you […]

HVAC Preventative Maintenance for Your AC

Written by Ken Philp ClimateCare | Date: 03-07-2017

Air conditioner preventative maintenance is more important than any other factor contributing to the long life of your home comfort equipment. Just like ordinary wear and tear on your car necessitates regular maintenance, exposure to the elements and the consistent, heavy workload means your air conditioner requires some TLC from time to time. A maintenance […]

13 More Ways to Cool Down Your Home This Summer

Written by Ken Philp ClimateCare | Date: 01-06-2017

It’s only the early hours of June and Ontario has seen some uncomfortably hot days. If your family is like so many others across Ontario, cutting back on energy use (and those horrendous monthly bills that came from running the air conditioner constantly) is a priority. We spend a lot of time thinking about home […]

When to Get Duct Cleaning for Your Home

Written by Ken Philp ClimateCare | Date: 11-05-2017

Most homeowners have no idea how often to get their air ducts cleaned. Get your ducts inspected every 3-5 years. If cleaning is required, the service technician will advise you. Book in the spring. Cleaning will take between 2 and 3 hours. The cost depends on the size of your home. Air duct cleaning is […]

Convert Wood Fireplace to Gas | How We Replace Your Old Wood Burning Fireplace

Written by Ken Philp ClimateCare | Date: 22-02-2017

Your old wood burning fireplace is charming, but there’s a point in your life when you might start losing interest in it. The hassle becomes more trouble than it’s worth: Ordering, unloading, splitting and storing wood. Buying stacks of kindling. Storing piles of newspaper. Carrying logs in a few at a time. Building and tending […]