Types of Furnaces 

Types of Furnaces  Furnaces play a vital role in heating our living spaces, and with various types available, understanding their differences can help homeowners make informed choices. If you’re thinking of upgrading your home’s heating system but aren’t sure which kind of furnace you want to install, take a look through our comprehensive guide before […]Read More

Why does my furnace keep shutting off?

Why does my furnace keep shutting off? Few things are as frustrating as a furnace that repeatedly shuts off, leaving you in the cold. If you’ve ever found yourself asking, “Why does my furnace keep shutting off?” you’re not alone. There are several common reasons for this issue, and the certified and experienced HVAC team […]Read More

How Long Does it Take to Install a Furnace?

Time to install a new furnace? If your furnace install has been long overdue, you may be wondering just how much time it will take to remove and install the new one. In this article, we’ll dig into the factors that affect the length of installation time, plus the individual steps involved in the installation […]Read More
7 Signs You Need a New Furnace Now

7 Signs You Need a New Furnace Now

Signs You Need a New Furnace Know When It’s Time to Let Go of Your Old Home Furnace Homeowner pop quiz: what are the signs to look for when your aging furnace has reached the end of its life? Is it obvious–like when it stops suddenly one cold winter day and no longer has a […]Read More

Give the Gift of Home Comfort for Christmas This Year!

Give the Gift of Home Comfort for Christmas This Year! A Brand New Furnace & AC: The Perfect Christmas Combo A new furnace may not be the first thing that comes to mind as a Christmas gift for someone on your list – it’s a big-ticket item, but one that will be appreciated for decades […]Read More

Supply Chain Scarcity: What If I Need to Buy a New Furnace?

Supply Chain Scarcity: Get a New Furnace Installed We can thank the pandemic for supply chain issues in Canada, including laptop and car shortages—oh, and bathroom tissue!    With scarcity like this, what to do if your family needs to buy a new furnace? Could a Canadian family really go the entire winter without heat?      Supplies Are Very Limited This Season, Get Your New Furnace Now!  A “wait-and-see” approach may not work well if […]Read More
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Limcan Certified’s New Home Furnace Buying Checklist

Limcan’s New Home Furnace Buying Checklist What to look for when you’re upgrading your home comfort for the cold. It’s a tried & tested tradition for Canadian homeowners: sooner or later, that central furnace – whether it was barely brand new on moving day, or showing signs of slowing down just a few weeks after […]Read More

Who Needs a Protection Plan, Anyway?

Who Needs a Protection Plan, Anyway? The Importance of Maintenance Memberships We thought we would skip the furnace protection plan, my husband and I, when we purchased our first home.  We were young and poor, we thought.  What could happen, we thought? What happened, exactly, was the need to replace the most expensive part of our furnace—out of pocket. The furnace guy seemed […]Read More

Why Buying a Furnace Is Better Than Renting a Furnace

Why Buying a Furnace Is Better Than Renting a Furnace To buy a furnace or to rent a furnace?   A technician comes to your house and gives you the news no homeowner ever wants to hear: the furnace is on its last legs, or even worse, broken.  Once the shock sets in, you ponder that replacing that older furnace […]Read More

Is Your Home’s Indoor Air Clean?

Is Your Home’s Indoor Air Clean? Find out what contaminants you and your family could be breathing in at home and the impact they can have on your health. You may not be able to see them, but the average house is a perfect petri dish for a whole host of dangerous pollutants that many […]Read More
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Limcan Certified’s New Home Furnace Buying Guide

Limcan Certified’s New Home Furnace Buying Checklist Expert Information on Home Heating Costs, Energy Efficiency, Installation & More for Whitby, Oshawa & Durham Region Homeowners Cost | Efficiency | When to Invest & What to Look for | Installation Whether it’s from age, wear & tear, or a breakdown that’s beyond fixing, replacing your home’s […]Read More

What These Furnace Noises Mean (& When You Should Be Worried)

Should You Be Worried? What These Furnace Noises Mean It’s not uncommon to regularly hear sounds coming from your furnace. Your furnace is full of parts that can cause noise, including burners, blowers, and ducts. However, what if you are starting to hear sounds that might indicate something is wrong? We’re going to dive into […]Read More
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How High-Efficiency Furnaces Have Evolved Over the Past 20 Years

How High-Efficiency Furnaces Have Evolved Over the Past 20 Years When deciding on a furnace to warm your home during the cold winter months, there are a variety of factors you might want to take into account before settling on the right one for you. You may think the most important factor is the size […]Read More
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Furnaces vs. Boilers vs. Heat Pumps: What Are They & Which is Right for You?

Expert Advice on Heat Pumps, Boilers & Furnaces With modern advancements in home heating, there is more choice than ever before. Whether you’re building a new home or have an older home that requires a new system, there are many things to consider before deciding on the right heating system for you, your family, and […]Read More

5 Clear-Cut Signs You Should Get Your Furnace Checked Out Before Winter

Signs You Should Get Your Furnace Checked Out Before Winter We recommend that all homeowners schedule furnace maintenance for their unit at least once per year, but there’s no hard-and-fast rule about when to schedule that appointment. That said, there are some clear-cut signs you should get your furnace checked out in the fall before […]Read More
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Furnaces: Why They Break & What to Do About It

Furnaces: Why They Break & What to Do About It Everyone has a furnace in their home, but many people don’t understand how they work or why they break. While some repairs should be left to the professionals, every homeowner should understand why furnaces break and some simple troubleshooting techniques. Next time your furnace breaks, […]Read More