Your Frequently Asked Questions, Answered!

Just as outdoor air pollution can damage your health, Indoor air pollution can have significant harmful effects; levels can be two to five times higher than outdoor levels.

In order to keep your HVAC system running smoothly - clean or replace your filters once a month, or if there is construction in the house, as soon as the work is done as when they are dirty, there is a higher incidence of restricting the airflow. Other factors such as pets, number of residents, or personal preference may warrant a more frequent change. Higher quality air filters are not required to be replaced as often.

The primary reason to replace air filters is to keep the inside of the furnace clean and prevent a fire. Although with the air-tight houses being built these days, the filters also work well at keeping a home clean.

Providing the proper care is given to your heating system, it can be very reliable at heating your home. At Electro Aide Inc. We recommend an inspection twice a year, spring and fall, in order to maintain the utmost functioning of your furnace.

Manufacturers require your equipment to be inspected at least once a year in order to maintain the warranty on the system, this also ensures the system to be working at peak efficiency and reduces the risk of greater damage to the system or even a breakdown.

When your system starts giving you more problems, and the problems are not cost-effective to repair, then it is time to get a new system. New equipment is also more energy-efficient, allowing you to save money on utility bills and pay off the system faster. Our salesmen will be happy to evaluate your needs and recommend a system perfect for you and your lifestyle.

Manufacturer - Choose a reputable company known for quality and durability

Model - Choose the right efficiency for your needs

Size - Choose the most appropriately sized unit for your home

Warranty - Make sure the warranty is clear in what it covers

Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio - the higher the number the less energy consumed.

No, the technology used for geothermal systems has been around for more than 50 years, although the efficiencies of the units and materials used have significantly improved in the more recent years.

A geothermal system will cost less to operate than any other heating cooling system, in fact up to 25% less than a heat pump.

This depends, but generally, the colder it is outside, the more humidity is required inside. Cold air is dry air, and as the temperature reduces, the moisture is drawn out of the house. The ideal range researched is between 40% and 60%.

Generally, a humidifier should only require use during the heating season, as humidity levels increase with the warmer air.

This depends on the size of the unit, the size of the house, and the temperature you are trying to obtain. If after a few hours of running the a/c the temperature demanded is not obtained, turn it off and call an Electro Aide technician.

When your system takes too long to heat or cool, if it runs for a while without the temperature changing, if there is an abnormal smell or noise coming from it, you should call a technician to diagnose the problem.