Carrier vs. Lennox: comparing two top brands for SW Ontario homes If you're shopping for a new furnace, you probably know Carrier and Lennox. They are two of the most popular (for good reason) names in the furnace industry. How do you choose between the two? Efficiency Technology Reliability Price Look at how they compare […]
Ask for an Appleby Inspection While surprise and significant heating emergency may tell you it’s time for a new furnace, most of the time the decision is not so clear. Age, condition and efficiency are all things to review so you can be confident your decision to buy a new furnace is the right one. […]
Book a Home Visit from Us! A black furnace filter is a sure sign something is seriously wrong with the internal workings of your furnace. Maybe you’ve just skipped out on replacing the filter for an overly long time, but if you replaced it within the last year, it might be a sign of something […]
Furnace equipment manufacturers design products that will provide efficient indoor comfort through many heating seasons. Internal furnace components are subject to intense wear and stress over time, especially in locations that experience severe winter weather. No matter how recently a furnace has been installed, every system needs regular maintenance to continue operating safely and at […]
Appleby is Oakville’s exclusive dealer of Carrier Canada furnaces and air conditioners. Carrier is a world leader because of innovations like these: Carrier Furnaces are State-of-the-Art Carrier Canada designs and manufactures the most cutting-edge air conditioners and furnaces Oakville and the rest of the world have seen. And now Appleby Systems is the exclusive carrier […]
Just a small amount of water can turn a functional basement into a flooded nightmare. For furnaces located below ground level, contact with water can ruin circuit boards and other sensitive components. The resulting damage from a flood is usually dependant on the depth of the water and the duration of the exposure. In many […]
Except for thermostat adjustments, most homeowners take their furnaces for granted during the winter months. Then, when warmer weather returns, the furnace slips completely off the radar, so furnace inspection and maintenance trips are never scheduled. Neglecting this important maintenance, however, leads to inconvenience and unnecessary expense if the furnace misbehaves during the next cold […]
An oil or natural gas forced air furnace is a critical component in a reliable home comfort system. Residential and light commercial furnaces are engineered to perform dependably through countless winter seasons, but they must be properly maintained to continue operating at peak efficiency. Qualified HVAC contractors provide comprehensive springtime tuneup services that incorporate a […]
Don’t leave it up to the salesperson to tell you what you should be looking for when it comes to buying a new furnace-- you should be aware of key furnace features that save money and increase your comfort. Be an informed consumer so that you make a choice that is right for your family. […]
The furnace heating process is a model of simplicity and efficiency. When the thermostat threshold setting is triggered, a relay closes and activates an inducer fan. The volume of air flow increases until it is suitable for combustion. A valve automatically opens, and a measured amount of gas or heating oil is ignited by the […]
Appleby Systems is your source for new HVAC installation, maintenance and repairs
Contact us for new air conditioners and new furnaces, maintenance, indoor air quality or repairs today and find out why we’ve been praised for our quality customer service by Halton Region for nearly half a century. If you’re interested in fireplaces or face-to-face service, visit our Oakville showroom to view dozens of stunning models and get a feel for the product that will provide you with years of service.