Everyone knows there are certain home care maintenance which should be done each season or yearly.
Check out this visual from the Weather Channel to help you stay on track!
http://www.weather.com/life/safety/homesafety/interactive/safety-interactive-home_2011-11-07
I still remember checking my email and seeing a response from the Our Homes Magazine team wanting to see photos of the custom built home we did the Plumbing and HVAC in… I was stoked! Be sure to watch for the Wellington County Fall Edition of the Our Homes Magazine to see the wonderful write up about the contractors who worked on this home, yes including JJ McLellan & Son.
Over the months that our technicians did work at this home I continued to hear more and more about it and the enthusiasm in their voices was just contagious! Everyone wanted to hear more about it, the guys all wanted to talk about it and talk about how much fun it was for them to do something out of the ordinary. For example each washroom was different, different fixtures, colours etc. The kitchen had a variety of stations, appliances and the finishings are just beautiful! The guys also put in the septic system for the plumbing.
I was lucky enough to get a few tours of the home by both our guys and the home owners. I loved going when the guys were there and having them show me what they each thought was awesome. Our plumbers of course were so very proud of the custom shower in the mastersuite as well as the other washrooms each with their own distinct look and then in the kitchen all of the cool features and finishes. Our heating tech’s were just as proud to show of their pride of the home… the mechanical room!
And where better to start than the true “heart” of the home, where everything mechanical is housed and runs. The mechanical room that our tech’s are so very proud of ! The mechanical room is for both the heating and cooling for the home as well as the hot water. The home has infloor heating in both the main floor and downstairs as well as geothermal (for heating and cooling). The infloor heating in the basement provides and excellent and very efficient way to keep the “chill” out all year round!
Next up some of the work our plumbers are extremely happy with!
May be a “standard” shower but an upgraded more custom shower head system!
Master Bath Ensuite
“His” side of their custom walk in shower.
“Her” side of their custom walk in shower
At first I will be honest I thought really, does a married couple really need that big of a shower or an end for each other. After seeing the shower, my opinion has changed quite dramatically. Its genius really! I know my husband and I both use different products and there is only so much room on the shelf and the rest is on the floor of the shower… I would LOVE to put in a shower like this in our master ensuite!
Isn’t an IN the wall dishwasher genius ! I want one thats for sure 😉
AND… as if the quality of workmanship and materials/finishings wasn’t enough inside – the true cherry on top! Our door living space including an outdoor kitchen, bar, bbq, table and chair set and of course for after eating a couch!
Be sure to watch the Our Homes Magazine Website to see the entire Fall Issue!
Did you know that for LESS than $140/month OAC, you can have a brand new Lennox Furnace, Lennox Air Conditioner AND new Lennox Thermostat installed in your home – and all of this comes with a 10 year parts AND labour complete care warranty!
Thats right!
The beauty of this is with SNAP Financial you can make extra payments or larger lump sum payments or even pay off the account at any time with NO penalities!
Save money on your utilities, do not worry about touching your emergency fund AND get money back in your pocket with the rebates !!!
Here at JJ McLellan & Son we have been in business since 1948… we are here for your complete Home Comfort for all your Plumbing & Heating needs!
*NEW Lennox Fall Rebates begin September 10th!!!
Are you building a new house? Renovating? Time to upgrade your HVAC system?
Do your research and save money in the long run!
Upgrading your heating and cooling appliances during the building process will cost you more initially, however this will save you money in the long run. Consider all options, not only your building materials and décor but the true “heart” of your home – in the mechanical room. This room controls every aspect of your home from your hot water, your central vacuum, air exchanger, heating, cooling and electrical.
Also do not forget future additions… will you one day finish your basement? do you have a gas line run for a fireplace or perhaps you should think of infloor heating? Will you want to have a gas BBQ in your back yard? Will you one day want a gas fireplace in your livingroom?
Whether you have the option of natural gas or propane service at your home, we are able to offer you products in your choice of fuel sources, which will still provide you with a variety of energy efficient appliances for your heating, cooling and air quality needs.
Why Choose JJ McLellan & Son for your Heating and Cooling mechanical needs – we are reliable, we have been in business for over 60 years – since 1948!
We not only install new, we also service and maintain equipment of any age and even make!
As an Independent Lennox Dealer for over 50 years and your local Lennox Premier Dealer we are able to offer our customers competitive prices, local small town service, affordable financing and complete care warranty (labour and parts) packages for complete peace of mind. We Are The Home Comfort People!
Why buy Lennox… when renovating or building a new home many people spend the most money on things people will see – flooring, fixtures, cooking appliances, furniture etc. Yet fail to think of the appliances that will run your home – heating, cooling, air quality. To upgrade during the building or renovation process from “builder standard” equipment to higher quality energy efficient Lennox appliances you will save money and be more comfortable in the long run!
Check out the reasons why to choose Lennox for your HVAC needs… And rest assured that not only will Lennox be here years from now should you run into trouble with your system, we will be too!
Why Lennox for Your HVAC Needs?
There are many reasons to choose Lennox for your heating and cooling needs, starting with our innovative products.
Product Innovation
Lennox is built on a legacy of innovative firsts, from the introduction of the riveted-steel furnace in 1895 to a solar-assisted home comfort system. Today, the legacy continues with exclusive technologies that deliver the ultimate in quiet, consistent heating and cooling.
As an industry leader, we can do what no one else can—deliver the complete range of products needed to assure your total comfort.
Ene•vation (Energy Innovation)
As a four-time winner of the ENERGY STAR® Manufacturing Partner of the Year award—the first winner in the heating and cooling industry—Lennox offers a complete selection of high-efficiency systems that can save you hundreds of dollars every year on your utility bills.
Ene•vations like the SunSource® Home Energy System and SLP98V variable-capacity furnace are part of our commitment to creating innovative products that contribute to a cleaner global environment. We also participate in partnerships that get us closer to this goal. Key among them are thermostat-recycling programs, which facilitate the collection and proper disposal of mercury-containing thermostats. Dropoff sites are located throughout the U.S. and Canada. To find a drop-off site in the U.S., click here; in Canada, click here.
Want tips for making your home more energy efficient? Get ideas, guidelines, information and more at ItPaysToLiveSmart.com.
Reliable Home Comfort
Lennox has a longstanding commitment to deliver innovative products that you can count on. That’s why you’ll find the Good Housekeeping Seal on most Lennox® products. As one of the most widely recognized symbols of quality, the Good Housekeeping Seal assures you that the Lennox name is one you can trust.
Healthy Climate® Solutions
Advanced products like air purifiers and cleaners, working together with a Lennox® heating and cooling system, help reduce concentrations of allergens and other contaminants in the air. They also help improve air circulation and balance humidity levels. And unlike many competitors’ products, these systems clean the air without producing ozone, a known lung irritant.
Leading-Edge Quality
Before our products go into your home, they go through extensive testing in our state-of-the-art research lab. Here, Lennox home comfort systems are tested to meet the challenges of the most demanding operating and environmental conditions.
Worry-Free Warranty Coverage
On top of exceptional quality you get when you purchase a Lennox® heating or cooling system, you also have the comfort of knowing it’s backed by one of the best warranties in the business. For select high-efficiency systems, extended warranty protection is available when you register your product online.
Unrivaled Reputation
The Lennox name is known throughout the world for quality home comfort. So when you choose Lennox, you can rest assured knowing you’re getting the very finest in heating, cooling and indoor air quality. You can also trust Lennox dealers—including Dave Lennox Premier Dealers™—to design the right system for your home, install it properly and keep it running perfectly for many years to come.
Dedicated Support
You can also count on Lennox for dependable service. Call us at 1-800-9-LENNOX and talk to a live Customer Care Specialist who can answer your questions. Support is available Monday through Friday, 8 am – 8 pm EST.
24-7 Emergency Service from our company and being around for over 60 years we will be here when you need us – locally owned & operated!
Give us a call for your FREE No Obligation Quote!
Don’t forget to ask Mike how you can get 10 years complete piece of mind and affordable payments (with legible and easy tl understand “fine” print!).
If your hvac system is showing its age, you’ve had your fair share of repairs or see the $’s rising on every utility bill, our Comfort Advisor, Mike Johnson, will schedule an appointment with you to meet at your home to go over all details, your requirements, budget, wants and needs as well as take measurements and pictures.
If you are planning a new home build, additions or renovation and have plans, drop us off a copy with details of your requirements, budget, wants and needs and we would be happy to provide you with a free no-obligation quote!
We also cover all Plumbing Services as well! From repairs, service to new installation and building!
Did you know that your Heating and Cooling costs the average homeowner more than $1,000 per year – then add in the extra costs of your hydro etc and your total utilties for your home can be a very significant amount of your monthly budget.
Energy Star has compiled some great information, hints and tips of how you can save money on your heating and cooling.
If you are looking to renovate, retrofit your current equipment or build new – take a few minutes to give this document a read! If you have any questions we would be happy to help you out. When looking at purchasing an HVAC system, regardless of your reason, you must ensure that not only the HVAC system is sized properly for your home, but also that your duct’s are as well!
Read the article here – http://www.energystar.gov/ia/partners/bldrs_lenders_raters/downloads/HVAC_Factsheet.pdf?107e-dfe2
When you are thinking of re-decorating your home please keep in mind the location of your thermostat and all of your heat and cool registers.
Why is this important?
The other night I was watching a decorating show on a popular channel (that happens to be one of my favourite channels), the decorator wanted to hide the “nasty” thermostat… what she was hiding it with was a 1-2″ deep frame (depth was under neath) and this would infact then completely cover (and prevent ANY air flow from getting to) the thermostat. The frame was much like a shadow box, but with the depth to the back to cover the thermostat.
Why does this matter?
The way a thermostat works is it has a sensor in it, this sensor senses when the temperature in the room drops below the tempterature set on your thermostat, thus calling for heat. When the thermostat is completely covered like this there will be NO air flow, the customer will then keep raising the temperature to get more heat into their home OR will call a service tech to find out why their home is not reaching the temperature the stat is set to… a waste of money in this case.
Some of the benefits of our most commonly used thermostat, the Lennox Comfortsense 7000 are:
Large, clear display with soft blue backlight shows the current and set temperature, day/date/time, indoor relative humidity and outdoor temperature (if optional outdoor sensor is used).
Real−time clock keeps time during power failures and automatically adjusts for daylight savings time and leap year.
Maintenance reminders let user know when to service or replace filters, humidifier pads, ultraviolet lamps, plus two user or installer defined custom reminders.
Programmable fan offers increased performance when combined with whole home indoor air quality products.
Outdoor temperature display (with optional outdoor sensor) shows current outdoor temperature.
As you can see from some of these features of this particular thermostat it is essential for there to be air flow for proper operation, not only proper operation of the thermost but of the heating and cooling equipment that the thermostat is controlling.
Heat & Cool Registers…
Why is it important to ensure there is adequate air flow around these registers?
No matter what the age of your heating and cooling system, without proper air flow and circulation to and from the system, this can not only cause issues within your home but also in the system.
The duct work in your home is designed for air flow to each room with hot and cold registers for proper air flow. The heat comes out of the hot air return register and then the cold air return register takes the air back through the system again.
Your heating and cooling system is chosen and the duct work designed on your whole home size (square footage), which includes the air flow to and from each of the rooms. So if you have a piece of furniture in front of your cold air return your furnace cannot get adequate air to run the cycle, which could over time cause the system to over heat or break down prematurely. Having the registers blocked can also cause the A/C to lockout on high pressure.
This also can cause dust and dirt build up within the rooms of your home behind the furnace and if ever suddenly sucked through your vents and duct work can cause unneccesary build up in your ducts and within the furnace filter. By not having proper air flow within your home this can contribute to mold and mildew problems as well, which will then affect breathing.
By ensuring your registers are clear from furniture you can prolong the life of your heating and cooling system, as it will be operating properly and efficiently, and also improve the air quality in your home, as dust particles will be caught in the furnace filter rather than built up around your home. Especially if you are thinking of or just did upgrade to an Energy Efficient HVAC System – you want to ensure proper air circulation to reep the savings rewards!