Efficient Home Energy Conservation Systems & Solutions

Make your home more energy efficient

Everything you do in your home, from taking a bath to keeping rooms cool in the summer and warm in the winter, takes energy. On average, heating our space is responsible for over 50% of our total energy consumption.

Source: Natural Resources Canada

Saving Energy and Conservation in Canadian Homes

Selecting the right system for your home

According to the Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation, most furnaces in Canadian houses can provide far more heat than the house requires. A properly sized furnace will be running almost continuously during the coldest day of the winter. Having a furnace of a correct size will result in efficient operation during the whole heating season. Here are some tips on home energy conservation below.

Household Heating Analysis – Save Money on Your Next Bill

An independent Trane dealer can determine the correct system type and size for your home by doing a room-by-room load calculation. This heat loss/heat gain analysis is the best indicator of the correct system size. It takes into consideration such critical factors as: climate, number of windows and type of window treatments, insulation and ductwork, building materials and roof construction. It also looks at skylights and fireplaces, ceiling heights and the number of people in your home. Finding the ideal heating needs for your home is a great way to save money on your next electricity or heating bill.