Keep your family comfortable throughout the year with professional HVAC services performed by The Comfort Group. With 18 years of experience, The Comfort Group consists of certified HVAC technicians who are well versed in all HVAC repairs, maintenance, and installations.

We’re available 24/7/365 days a year, with appointments available after-hours, on weekends or during holidays. The Comfort Group is also available for same-day or next-day HVAC installations in case you ever find yourself in need of a new unit during a heat wave or cold snap.

Call our friendly service team for more information or book an appointment with The Comfort Group online today!

What does an HVAC system include?

HVAC stands for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning. These systems are used to heat and cool your home throughout the year, regardless of what the weather is like outside.

Using a thermostat, homeowners are able to control the indoor temperature of their home, depending on their personal comfort preferences. Once the temperature is set, your heating system or cooling system will push the warmed or cooled air throughout your home using air ducts. Your air duct system connects to each room in your home and the air is delivered through vents.

Furthermore, the different types of heating systems you may have in your home include:

• Furnace
• Heat pump
• Boiler

At the same time, you may also have an air conditioning unit in your home as well. These cooling systems are categorized as local air conditioning or central air conditioning, depending on whether they can cool your entire home at once, or one room at a time.

How often do you need to schedule HVAC maintenance?

Generally speaking, homeowners should aim to have their HVAC system maintained at least once a year. For all heating systems, we recommend booking an appointment with a professional HVAC company in the early fall.

This will allow you to fix any potential concerns that may arise during your appointment. In addition, it will also give you peace of mind knowing your heating system is ready to work optimally for you before temperatures begin to drop.

On the other hand, if you have an air conditioning unit installed in your home, we recommend booking an appointment in the early spring. This again will provide you with enough time to fix and clean your unit before temperatures get warmer.

And of course, it will give you peace of mind knowing that you can comfortably use your air conditioning unit without worrying about whether it is working optimally for you. That way, you can save money on your monthly energy bill.

Are you overdue on your HVAC maintenance? No need to worry. The Comfort Group HVAC technicians are able to provide you with service all year round. Book an appointment with one of our certified team members today!

Does the HVAC include a water heater?

No, HVAC does not include a water heater. As a water heater is connected to your home’s plumbing system, homeowners will need to book an appointment with a professional plumber, should they require repairs, maintenance, or installations.

Luckily, The Comfort Group team also consists of professional plumbers who are also available 24/7/365 days a year to provide you with the assistance you need.

Do you need to give maintenance to the HVAC system during the months it is not in use?

No, you do not need to conduct maintenance to your HVAC system during the months that you are not using it in your home. However, if you do plan to use your HVAC system, we recommend booking a maintenance appointment with a professional HVAC company before. For example, in the early fall, homeowners should book a service appointment for their heating system.

This will make sure that you are able to catch potential problems before they become more severe and costly. Doing so will also help you save money on your monthly energy bill during those months.

The same can be said for homeowners who also have an air conditioning system. However, we recommend booking an appointment with a professional HVAC system in the spring.

Is HVAC electric or gas?

All HVAC units are different. However, most HVAC systems are powered by natural gas, electricity, or oil. If you have a natural gas line in your home, there is a chance that your HVAC units are also powered by natural gas. With that said, all homes are different and there is also a possibility that you have an electric unit, even though you have a natural gas line in your home as well.

How can an upgrade to the HVAC system reduce energy costs?

Generally speaking, newer HVAC units are built to work more optimally in your home at a lower cost. Therefore, if your HVAC unit is older or has not been well-maintained throughout the years, you may be spending more money on your monthly energy bill than required to heat or cool your home.

As such, if you notice that your monthly energy bill has increased significantly, there may be something wrong with your HVAC unit. At the same time, if your HVAC system is more than 15 years old, your unit may also be too old to work optimally in your home.

As such, if you believe that your HVAC system is not functioning as optimally as it could be in your home, it may be time for a new unit. At The Comfort Group, we’re available to provide you with a high-quality HVAC installation 24/7/365 days of the year. We also do not charge for installation services after-hours, on weekends, or during holidays.

The Comfort Group is also happy to offer homeowners in Nanaimo financing available on all new HVAC installations.

Call and speak with one of our representatives to book your consultation appointment or book your consultation online using our form!