You can’t see them, but air ducts are a vital part of your heating and cooling systems. However, if they aren’t cleaned, they can also carry dust and debris through your house, affecting air quality and making a mess. Cleaning your air ducts isn’t a one-time home maintenance task. But, how often should you clean your air ducts?

Natural gas is expanding in Kawartha Lakes, but is it the right fuel source for your home? If you are already heating your home with propane, you may be surprised by the answer. Here are three key things to consider before making the switch to natural gas.

You clear the snow from your driveway and even your roof, but did you know you need to clear it from around your vents, too? Take it from the HVAC experts at British Empire Fuels, clearing snow from vents is a must this winter. Here’s a closer look at why.

If you are a household with cats, dogs, or other furry friends, you need a good furnace filter. The reality is, pets shed fur and dander. If they go outside, they also bring dirt, dust and pollen into your home. All of these elements float through the air—and through your HVAC system—affecting your air quality, irritating allergies and contributing to household dust.

Dust is an annoying problem shared by every homeowner. Thankfully, there is a simple step you can take to reduce the amount of dust floating around your home: invest in a good-quality air filter for your furnace.

Whether you heat your home with a propane furnace or rely on a generator as a backup power source, your bills go up and down depending on how much fuel you use. Fluctuating bills make it hard to plan ahead and can be a strain on your family budget. But, when you have equal billing, you can rest easy knowing you will enjoy regular monthly bills—with no unpleasant surprises.

Whether it’s pollen or pet dander, allergies are very common. Sniffly noses. Dry itchy eyes. Skin irritation. Allergies are no fun and affect your quality of life. If you suffer from allergies, you know that reducing the allergens floating in the air is a simple but effective way of breathing more easily. That’s why choosing the right furnace filter is so important.

Without the right filter, all these irritants are blown throughout your home. This affects your air quality and adds duct cleaning to your maintenance list more often. Investing in the best furnace filter for your home means you can breathe easy—literally.

Propane is an efficient fuel, and when you buy your tanks from a trusted propane retailer like British Empire Fuels, they are cost-effective, refillable and long-lasting. Because propane is flammable, propane tank safety is important. Knowing how to transport, store and use your tanks safely is a must.

Cardlock fuel systems make filling your tank easy and stress-free. Once you have tried a cardlock fuel system, you won’t want to get gas any other way. They are convenient, reliable and secure.

Let us help you make the best choice for your home by exploring six common signs that it might be time to stop investing in furnace repairs and to start thinking about choosing a replacement.

If every room in your house has a different temperature, it can feel like you’re living in your own personal version of Goldilocks and the Three Bears. Is it too much to ask for the temperature to be just right? (We don’t think so.)

With the British Empire Fuels client portal, you can easily order fuel, view and pay bills, track your delivery history, and more – all from the comfort of your home or on the go with our convenient app.

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If you're thinking about switching propane providers, there are a few things you should do to make sure the transition goes smoothly…