The Importance of Proper Humidity LevelsThe advantages and reasons for using a humidifier in the winter months are not always obvious to homeowners. Maintaining proper humidity levels benefits your health, your comfort, your home’s efficiency and your investment.In Southwestern Ontario, we get a lot of cold damp days in the winter. Even on damp days,… Read more »
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Hybrid Heating
CTV News Story: London, Ont. – Enbridge Gas, supported by London Hydro and the City of London, is running a limited-time pilot program that provides up to $3,200 in incentives for homeowners to install a hybrid heating system with smart controls. Hayter Group customer Sheri and Pat DeMester made the switch two weeks ago. Click… Read more »
EV Charger and Solar Inverter
World’s First 2-in-1 EV Charger and Solar Inverter The SolarEdge Electric Vehicle (EV) charging single phase inverter gives homeowners the ability to charge electric vehicles up to six times faster than a standard Level 1 charger. By installing an EV charger that is integrated with an inverter, no additional dedicated circuit breaker is needed, saving… Read more »
Farmhouse Facelift
As Seen on TV! Hayter Group technician Bob Cushman appeared on a recent HGTV episode of Farmhouse Facelift. Bob was shown installing a Napoleon Wood/Oil Hybrid furnace. The episode titled ‘Bought Unseen’ was originally aired on April 14, 2021. It’s Episode 6 of Season 1. You can see the complete episode by clicking here. The… Read more »
Carbon Pricing is Constitutional
Filling Up is going to be More Expensive The Supreme Court of Canada has ruled that the carbon pricing law is constitutional. The ruling states that because climate change causes harm beyond provincial boundaries, it is a matter of national concern. The ruling states that additional fees for fuel are valid regulatory charges and not… Read more »
Respect Certified
The Hayter Group is excited to announce that we are working towards being fully Respect Certified. The Hayter Group has Joined the Movement with Respect Group, a forward-thinking organization founded by former NHLer turned victims’ rights crusader Sheldon Kennedy to deliver training to equip employees with the education and skills needed to prevent bullying, abuse,… Read more »
Carbon Tax
Federal Carbon Charge The federal government has had a carbon pricing program in Ontario since 2019. Carbon charges are applied to all fossil fuels you use, including Natural Gas, Propane and Home Heating Oil. The charge gradually increases every year on April 1. Natural Gas Carbon Tax: April 1, 20193.91¢ per cubic metreApril 1, 20205.87¢… Read more »
What are VOC’s? What is IAQ?
Electricity is the Future of Home Heating
Home heating makes up a significant portion of the greenhouse gases produced in Ontario. Approximatley 70% of households are heated by burning fossil fuels (natural gas, propane or oil). Natural Gas is a cleaner burning fuel than oil. However; it’s not just burning Natural Gas that’s bad for the environment. Natural Gas that leaks from… Read more »
Water Treatment System
Depending on your water source you may have issues with “hard” water; minerals and sulphur in your water. A water treatment system is your solution. There are a number of reasons why you will want to correct this. Your Laundry Iron in the water makes detergents less efficient. This leaves stains on the clothing.The iron… Read more »