Air Spécialiste Inc.’s Blog

Prior to the start of the cold season, it is strongly recommended that your heating system be fully serviced, whether electric, natural gas, propane or oil. As heating system installation, repair and maintenance experts in the Greater Montreal area, we invite you to discover 5 tips that will give you peace of mind... and keep your feet warm this winter!

Did you know that heating accounts for about 60% of your energy bill? It's a lot! If you need to install or replace a heating system, it is important to choose equipment that will allow you to save money. But that’s not all: Air Specialist Inc.’s heating appliances installation, repair and maintenance experts in the Greater Montreal area believe that the ideal system must also be ecological and safe. How do you find such a system? Here are our tips.

If your refrigerator is older it may seem like a wise idea to invest in a new fridge. However in most cases this is a more costly and time-consuming solution than having repairs done. In addition to choosing a new fridge, you’ll also end up paying to have it delivered to your home or have to fork out more cash to rent a truck and arranging to pick it up with a friend. Find out more.

Heating and air conditioning are so important, yet it seems like most homeowners overlook many of the issues that that commonly plague it until too late. Letting them go too long will only make things worse. It is important to have a professional perform inspections before the problems get out of hand. Here are the most common HVAC problems to ensure that you catch them before they become emergencies.

Having a fridge is essential to comfortable living. You need to be able to keep food cool in order to store it, and when your system takes a dive, you could be looking at big bills and big headaches. We have come across a ton of different issues over our years of business – such a complex machine is going to have its fair share – but these are the most common refrigerator problems that we’ve seen. If you are experiencing them, then call the pros right away.

The Canadian winter will soon be upon us, and anyone who has been through it before knows that it isn’t kind. Luckily we have home heating to help us fend off the chill. Without it, we would be without hope against the cold depths of winter. It comes with costs though, and knowing how to save money on heating this winter can help you protect your home from the cold and your bank account from the cruel wrath of home heating bills.

Your fridge is one of the most important things in your home. It’s what keeps your family’s food fresh and safe to eat. It’s hard to imagine life without one. Thankfully, advances in modern technology have made these appliances extremely energy efficient, and extended their lives by many years. Still, nothing lasts forever, and there may come a time when you need to say goodbye to your current unit. These signs will let you know that it is time for a new refrigerator.

Modern refrigeration is a luxury that we just couldn’t do without. Keeping food cool allows us to store it for much longer than its natural life, giving us the luxury of having it last a long time, and still be safe to eat. It’s hard for us to even imagine what people did before they were invented. So let us fill you in a little bit.

A heat pump is a device that utilizes energy to transfer heat from one area to the next. They are generally used to remove heat out of the air or ground in order to heat a home or office building. Alternatively, they can be put into reverse in order to cool a building or home. Find out more.

HVAC stands for heating, ventilation and air conditioning, and is a system that can be found in thousands of buildings. HVAC systems help to control the quality, temperature, and movement of air, which helps to properly ventilate a given space. Find out more.