Furnace Start-Up Guide for Durham Region

Older gas furnace with PVC venting and water heater beside it, serviced by HVAC Zack in a Durham Region basement.

Turning on the heat for the season? Learn what a normal furnace start-up sounds and smells like, which issues need service, and the simple settings and airflow tips that keep comfort steady in Durham Region. Book a quick safety check if needed.

Two-Stage vs Modulating Furnace: Best Choice for Durham Region Homes

HVAC Zack technician installing a high-efficiency furnace plenum in an Oshawa basement.

Two-Stage vs Modulating Furnace: Best Choice for Durham Region Homes Homeowners replacing a furnace want quieter comfort, steady temperatures, and predictable bills. Builders want clean specs that pass inspection and make clients happy on day one.  This guide explains how two-stage and modulating furnaces differ, when each makes sense, and how they pair with heat […]

Mini Split Heat Pump Installation in Durham Region

Wall mounted mini split head with outdoor unit on a raised stand at a Durham Region home.

Thinking about a mini split heat pump installation in Durham Region? Learn how pros size the room, route line sets, handle electrical and drainage, and commission the system for quiet, efficient comfort through winter and summer.

Central vs Ductless Heat Pumps for Durham Region Renovations

HVAC Zack with a newly installed heat pump at a Pickering home

Renovating or building in Durham Region? Compare central ducted, ductless multi-split, and hybrid heat pumps. See when each makes sense, how duct design affects comfort, and what to expect from a professional design and commissioning process.

Fall Heat Pump Tune Up Checklist for Durham Region

Technician installing an outdoor air conditioning unit

A practical fall tune up checklist for heat pumps, ductless systems, and hybrids. Improve comfort, cut energy waste, and prevent breakdowns before winter across Pickering, Ajax, Whitby, Oshawa, Courtice, and Bowmanville.