More and more homeowners and businesses are using Ductless Splits for cooling. They are very common in Europe and many Canadians are not familiar with them. A Ductless Split consists of a wall-mounted unit in your home. It’s usually mounted near the ceiling on the second floor. You also have an outdoor condenser, which can… Read more »
Posts Tagged: Heating
Hybrid Heating Installation
Ontario Energy Minister visits Hayter Group Installation Todd Smith, the Ontario Energy Minister recently visited a Hybrid Heating installation in London. The Napoleon Heat Pump installed by They Hayter Group will reduce greenhouse gas emissions by up to 30%! The energy minister also tweeted a short video. Earlier this year, I toured the @LondonHydro &… Read more »
Flu Season and Humidity
Flu Season In Ontario flu season normally runs from late Fall to early Spring. We spend more time indoors with family and friends and that leads to more disease transmission. Anybody can get the flu, but some groups are more likely to have serious complications: Babies Children under 5 Seniors People with underlying health conditions… Read more »
Why Do Annual Maintenance on Your Furnace?
Why is Annual Furnace Maintenance so Important? Furnace manufacturers and fuel suppliers (natural gas, propane, oil and electrical) all recommend annual furnace maintenance for your home comfort equipment. Many people wonder if this is really necessary, as equipment will often run for several years trouble free. There are several important reasons that make annual furnace… Read more »
Lambton Renovates Program
Grants and Financing The Lambton Renovates program offers financial assistance to eligible households as follows: 10-year forgivable loan up to $20,000 Who’s Eligible? Market value of home cannot exceed $265,000 Maximum Household Income + Assets outlined on Information Form Lambton Renovates Information Form Eligible Upgrades Include: Heating Systems Plumbing Toilets Water Heaters Click here to… Read more »
Enbridge Home Efficiency Rebate
Natural Gas Furnaces – $250 Rebate* For replacing a less than 96% AFUE natural gas furnace with a 96% AFUE or higher condensing natural gas furnace. Natural Gas Boilers – $1,000 Rebate* For replacing a less than 90% AFUE natural gas boiler with a 90% AFUE or higher condensing natural gas boiler. Natural Water Heaters… 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 »
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 »
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 »
Why Deal with The Hayter Group?
When you are making a decision about what type of equipment to use for heating and cooling your home, it is equally important to think about what contractor do you want installing the equipment. The Hayter Group has been serving clients across South-Western Ontario since 1952. We want your business and here is what we’ll… Read more »