Gibbon Heating & Air Conditioning has been serving Saskatoon and surrounding areas for over 40 years. They are a "total service" company with trained technicians who are able to provide customers with solutions to all their plumbing, air conditioning, and heating (HVAC) related requirements. As an Independent Lennox Premier Dealer, the Gibbon Heating and Air Conditioning team are proud to provide prompt, courteous, and professional service that is required by Lennox’s Quality standards. They are regularly evaluated through an independent customer satisfaction survey process. They are trained to design, install, service, and maintain home comfort and indoor air quality systems in Saskatoon. In their latest tip article, they discuss 5 Reasons Your Boiler May Not Be Working. With the colder Saskatoon weather coming, we want to make sure we are ready for our Saskatchewan Winters.
Neglecting Maintenance:
Failure to perform regular boiler maintenance is a leading cause of boiler problems. Debris, scale, and dirt can accumulate over time, reducing efficiency and potentially causing breakdowns. Make sure you schedule annual maintenance checks to clean and inspect your boiler thoroughly.
Pressure Problems:
Low or high boiler pressure can lead to issues. Low pressure results in insufficient heat production, while high pressure can be dangerous and trigger system shutdown. Check the pressure gauge and keep it within the recommended range, typically around 1 to 1.5 bar, to ensure proper boiler operation.
Thermostat Troubles:
Sometimes, the issue lies with the thermostat rather than the boiler itself. Incorrect thermostat settings can lead to inadequate heating. Make sure your thermostat is programmed to your desired temperature, and consider replacing it if it’s malfunctioning.
Frozen Condensate Pipe:
In freezing weather, the condensate pipe that carries wastewater from the boiler to the drain can freeze and cause a blockage. When this occurs, the boiler may shut down to prevent damage. To fix this, thaw a frozen condensate pipe by pouring warm (not boiling) water over it and insulating it to prevent future freezes.
Faulty Components:
Boilers contain numerous small parts, and a failure in any of them can lead to system malfunctions. Parts like a malfunctioning pump, gas valve, or pressure relief valve can result in a loss of heat or even pose a safety risk.
Regular maintenance, proper pressure monitoring, thermostat adjustments, and insulation, as well as addressing faulty components, are essential for maintaining efficient boiler operation. If you’re uncertain about any of these signs or these issues continue, it’s a good idea to contact a certified technician from Gibbon’s Heating and Air Conditioning in Saskatoon who can assess and repair your boiler, making sure your home stays warm and comfortable during the winter months. Remember that addressing boiler issues promptly not only ensures your comfort but also extends the lifespan of your heating system.
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JOB Heating & Air Conditioning Saskatoon are eager to provide the best possible customer experience. Their aim is to be a professional resource for our clients before, during, and after the sale! Their team takes pride in service knowledge of modern equipment and training. They are recognized by peers and offer sales, service, training & installations for residential, and commercial Heating, Cooling and Plumbing systems in Saskatoon and area. In their latest article, they discuss 5 benefits of a boiler in your home as your chosen heating system.
Why Choose a Boiler?
Boiler systems can use both radiation and convection heat in order to warm a building. Boilers are more consistent in offering warmth and comfort, coupled with high energy efficiency, and require low maintenance in larger applications. See the top 5 reasons to choose a boiler as your home heating system from JOB Heating & Air Conditioning.
Reason #1: Less Fuel = Less Energy
Boilers usually use less fuel to heat your home, which means potentially lower energy costs compared to a furnace.
Reason #2: More Consistent Heat
This could be a big consideration when pondering whether to get a furnace or boiler. Boilers provide consistent heat to each room in your house. Furnaces tend to not circulate the air as well, leaving rooms that are too warm or too cool due to it’s forced air.
Boiler Reason #3: Less Operational Noise
Boilers are generally quieter than furnaces because you don’t hear the sound of hot air blowing. Furnaces force air in every room, making it louder than a boiler.
Reason #4: Less Maintenance
Boilers are low maintenance since they do not have filters that require cleaning, while furnaces do.
Reason #5: Better Air Quality
Homes with boilers have better air quality. Since boiler systems don’t blow air, they don’t spread dust and allergens throughout your home the way forced-air systems do. They also do not dry out the air leaving you with a much more comfortable environment.
Boilers can be used to great effect in homes, as well as in larger spaces such as schools, hotels, apartment buildings, condominiums, offices, and industrial settings (warehouses, manufacturing plants, mines, etc.). For more information on Saskatoon boilers, contact JOB Heating & Air Conditioning.
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At Razor Heating & Air Conditioning, the primary focus is to provide Saskatoon and surrounding area customers with quality work, prompt service and innovative real world solutions to everyday mechanical and home comfort issues.
Whether it be an upgrade or repair to your current home, or mechanical needs of a new home Razor Heating and Air are the people to turn to for all your Air Conditioning, Heating and Indoor Air Quality needs. Their real-world, on-the-job trained employees have the industry experience and know-how to look past the rough edges of renovation or construction. The professionals at Razor strive to bring you quality products and services with a budget-minded solution.
THEY ARE YOUR TRUSTED SASKATOON AIR CONDITIONING & FURNACE EXPERTS!
Trusted Saskatoon Air Conditioning & Furnace Experts at Razor Heating discuss proper boiler installation:
Importance of a Quality Boiler Installation
Just like a furnace, the importance of a quality boiler is installation is key for proper operation. A boiler that is installed improperly can cause premature failure in the unit and can result in you spending more money to repair it or replace it. There was a case where Razor Heating and Air Conditioning came in and repaired a boiler installation that was installed by a different company improperly. Make sure your boiler installation is done correctly the first time.
Things to Consider When Having a Boiler Installed in Your Home:
- Product Quality:
Do some searches about the quality of the brand you're installing, or ask your HVAC professional about the brand.
- Company Reputation:
Make sure to check how long the HVAC company has been in business, their reviews and testimonials, and any installation photos they have.
- HVAC Service:
Make sure that the company you hire also offers service in addition to installations. In the case that you do need assistance with your new boiler installation, you want to know the company can help.
- Boiler Warranty:
Ask the company what warranty is offered with your boiler installation.
A high-quality boiler can last for many years, but proper care and maintenance are important. They can provide you with the proper services needed to keep your boiler working effectively. If you need more details about boiler installation in Saskatoon contact Razor Heating and Air Conditioning today!
Trusted Saskatoon's Heating and Cooling Experts, Razor Heating and A/C are here to help you with all your need Heating, Air Conditioning, and Indoor Air Quality Needs. Contact them today!
Saskatoon if you are looking for a Trusted company to help you with your home or business Heating or Cooling system problems or to find the best and most high efficient air conditioner or furnace for your home J.O.B. Heating & Air Conditioning is who you need to call! If your family suffers from allergies a new furnace that filters and helps to eliminate those unwanted allergens will make a real difference.
The amazing staff at JOB Heating & Air Conditioning will consult with you to get something that fits your exact and specific needs and budget. With a new high efficient furnace you should cut your heating bills about 35% on average. We all love saving money!
JOB Heating & Air Conditioning are SASKATOON PLUMBING, AIR CONDITIONING & SASKATOON FURNACE Experts
A Real Plumbing Story
Recently, while doing a renovation in a very old commercial building, we found, as with a good majority of older structures, that the building had been neglected with many items falling into disrepair. Some repairs were made incorrectly that negatively affected the structural integrity of the building. As we progressed with the reno, one item after another would crop up causing a one step forward and two steps back approach.
Two crucial steps that affect any job are the deadline and total cost of that job. This one was no different, the deadline was fast approaching and many people’s lives were going to be negatively affected by missing this deadline. Professional contracting companies are legislated to put a high priority on safety no matter what the scenario. We attend safety courses offered by the Saskatchewan Construction Safety Association or by retail suppliers to demonstrate our commitment to safety. The information we garner from the classes is very beneficial to our day to day operations. But what happens when push comes to shove and a deadline is looming, you have many hours and much material on a job that you haven't been paid for? Do you accept that there is "acceptable risk" because of the deadline or that you have money owing to you? I believe the answer to this is, no. Receiving a fine from the Government notwithstanding, I'm the person that after an accident happens will have to go and bring the wife, husband, Mother or Father to the hospital or dare I say morgue. To me this would be the hardest thing I would ever have to do in my life and if I was to ignore a safety concern because of a deadline or budget, how could I look my own family in the eye? As business owners we cannot be on every job site all the time. We rely on our supervisors and employees to bring these concerns to our attention and to deal with them promptly. As sub contractors we have an obligation to bring the safety concern to the General or building owner. But what happens when their good judgement is clouded by that looming deadline or budget restraint? Our training tells us that it doesn't matter. Work must stop and corrections must be in place to ensure the safety of all people on that job site, not just your own worker.
On this job site I mentioned, this was exactly what took place. The instructors in all the classes we have been taking said this would happen but it doesn't really prepare you for the reality when it does. I found myself with my team having an argument about what is considered safe and what measure's should be taken before we continue with work. The irony of this situation was this argument was taking place right beside a broken ladder owned by another trade or the general / owner himself. This was a metaphor for his safety plan on his job site. I had a hard decision to make, forget about the deadline and the financial cost or use "acceptable risk" and hope for the best. That's when I thought " do I want to make that call to a wife, or a new mother?" The answer was emphatically, no.
Upon reflection the valuable lesson that I learned was that safety has no price. Professional contractors of any kind believe and live this every day. Yes sometimes safety can be taken to the extreme or taken advantage of. It is the professional contractor and his commitment to ongoing learning and behavioural change that will make the correct decision when the time comes.
When you choose a contractor you should ask about their commitment to safety and be prepared yourself as the home owner or building owner to make the site safe. Or it could be you having to make the dreaded call to that young mother.
You can find JOB Heating and Air conditioning online www.jobheating.com. Check out their listing here in the SASKATOON AIR CONDITIONING & FURNACE and in the Saskatoon Plumbing categories on THE Saskatoon Directory of excellence..they are Trusted boiler EXPERTS Right here in Saskatoon!