How To Upgrade HVAC Equipment–And Put That Extra Cash To Good Use

By Phil Laprairie | Published: May 17, 2012

How To Upgrade HVAC Equipment--And Put That Extra Cash To Good UseHomeowners must have a unique set of skills—namely discipline and foresight—when saving in order to upgrade HVAC equipment. You’ll need another set of skills to select that equipment and put your hard-earned savings to good use. Read More »

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Buy A Programmable Thermostat That Suits Your Lifestyle, And Lock In Savings

By Phil Laprairie | Published: May 15, 2012

Most homeowners know the value of using a programmable thermostat. But if you’re buying one for the first time, or upgrading your device, you might be surprised at the variety that’s available. With this easy guide, you can buy a programmable thermostat that suits your lifestyle, and ensure maximum energy savings. Read More »

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Duct Cleaning Can Help–In These 5 Scenarios

By Phil Laprairie | Published: May 10, 2012

Duct Cleaning Can Help--In These 5 ScenariosForced-air heating and cooling equipment are particularly prone to dirt buildup, because the force of the air circulating throughout your home will pick up dust and pollutants and spread them through your equipment—and that includes the ductwork. Duct cleaning is often helpful to clean up the dust and debris that will build over time within the duct pipes. Read More »

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Improve Home Energy Efficiency–Any Time Of Year–With These 7 Tips

By Phil Laprairie | Published: May 8, 2012

By improving home energy efficiency, you can effectively impact energy bills and control savings throughout the year. Any time your home loses energy, either through air leaks or a HVAC equipment that operates inefficiently, your energy costs will rise. Read More »

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Tips To Upgrade Your Heating System

By Phil Laprairie | Published: May 3, 2012

Tips To Upgrade Your Heating SystemIf you’re set to upgrade your heating system, it’s important to enlist an expert for advice when selecting your system, as well as when having it sized and installed. The expert tips from Arpi’s Industries below will help you to get started. Then, give us a call and we’ll come inspect your home, calculate its heating load and match an appropriately-sized system to meet that load. Read More »

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Must-Have Indoor Air Quality Equipment: Options That Help Combat Spring Allergies

By Phil Laprairie | Published: May 1, 2012

Warmer weather often signals the arrival of allergies thanks to rising levels of mould, pollen and other pollutants that dry winter weather holds dormant. To help keep allergy symptoms at bay in your home, you can choose from a select number of indoor air quality equipment options, and create a refuge from common outdoor triggers. Read More »

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Optimize Energy Savings In Your Home From Top To Bottom, Inside And Out

By Phil Laprairie | Published: April 26, 2012

Optimize Energy Savings In Your Home From Top To Bottom, Inside And OutAdopting a whole-house perspective of your home will give you a targeted view of out-of-control energy consumption, and allow you to grab hold of your home’s potential for energy savings. Read More »

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Water Heater: 5 Easy Ways To Get Better Results

By Phil Laprairie | Published: April 24, 2012

One of the easiest ways to reduce your energy bills is to start taking notice of how much hot water you and your family use. Because water heating comes in second only to the costs to heat and cool your home, you’ll notice a sizable gain in energy savings when you look for ways to cut hot water usage. Read More »

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Heat Recovery Ventilator: A 5-Step Guide To Increase Performance

By Phil Laprairie | Published: April 19, 2012

Heat Recovery Ventilator: A 5-Step Guide To Increase PerformanceWith a heat recovery ventilator (HRV) installed in your home, you can generally expect increased comfort and non-stop, maintenance-free system operation. And with an HRV able to re-use heated and cooled air to pre-heat the fresh air coming into the home, these ventilators improve indoor air quality without greatly increasing energy bills. Read More »

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Whole-House Humidifiers Ideal For Improving Indoor Air That’s Dry

By Phil Laprairie | Published: April 17, 2012

The winter season in Calgary generally means homeowners must endure long spells of frigid temperatures and high winds, but it also means the air inside your home is drier, which causes a host of problems for not only your health but your home, too. Whole-house humidifiers are the answer to dry indoor air, helping to create comfortable indoor conditions, no matter where you are in your home. Read More »

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    Blog Author Phil Laprairie, manager of Arpi’s residential division, has been working in the HVAC industry for 34 years. He raises funds for various organizations including the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada and enjoys spending quality time with his two grandchildren...More »