Key things to do to prepare your house and heating for the winter! Winters in Edmonton, Alberta can be brutal, but you can easily prepare your house to keep warm and comfortable all throughout the season. The key? Start as …
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Boiler heat is not expensive on a day-to-day basis. In fact, you may save in energy costs when heating your house with a boiler compared to a furnace.
However, installing a boiler is typically more complex and therefore more expensive than installing a furnace. On average, a boiler will cost anywhere from $2,500 to $10,000 to purchase and install (depending on the brand and the system’s energy efficiency rating). Plus, your home will need extensive modifications to make a boiler system work – radiant heating must be implemented.
On the other hand, the average cost to buy and install a furnace in Edmonton is only $5,500 to $10,000+. With boiler heat, you will save in the long run but will have to pay more upfront.
The cost of servicing your furnace can cost between $150 – $500 per visit, depending on what is being done and the type of furnace you have in your home.
On average, heating and plumbing companies charge a rate of $150 – $300 per hour. However, if you have a membership to a Service Partner Plan, or another annual plan, you can reduce your cost.
By signing up for a plan with a local furnace company in Edmonton like ProSolutions Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning, and scheduling regular servicing, you can save money on the services provided and in energy costs.
As well as the cost savings, regular servicing will help to prevent your system from encountering any unexpected problems – especially important during the long winter months.
Check our Furnace Offers & Coupons section for deals on Furnace Tune-ups & Servicing. We always offer competitive pricing too.
Yes! If you’re a ProComfort Dual or ProHeating Member, you can upgrade your plan with our Air Filter Delivery Add-On—designed to make clean air easy and automatic.
Here’s how it works:
You choose your filter size (we offer a variety to match your system)
We deliver a full case of filters right to your door
You set the delivery schedule based on your home’s needs—every few months, seasonally, or just once a year
Whether you’re dealing with allergies, pets, or just want to keep your system running efficiently, this add-on takes the guesswork out of remembering when to replace your filter. It’s one less thing on your list—and one more way we keep your home comfortable, year-round.
It can cost anywhere from $150 to $1,500 to repair a furnace, depending on the issue. If you’re in the Edmonton area, the average cost to repair a furnace will be around $700.
Make sure the furnace company you choose to do your repairs is upfront with their pricing. They should be able to provide you with the price ahead of time so that you know exactly what to expect before moving ahead!
Want to save some money? Often professional heating and plumbing companies will offer a Service Partner Plan – we call ours the ProComfort Plan. This type of plan will help you keep on top of the regular maintenance your furnace needs for a fraction of the price. Regular furnace tune-ups and maintenance will help prevent any major issues, saving you from repairs and replacements that could cost you thousands of dollars! With plans like this, there is often a discount for members, meaning you’ll save money with every visit.
The difference between a boiler and a hot water tank has to do with the way in which each uses the hot water that it produces.
Both boilers and hot water tanks take cool water, heat this water and then distribute it throughout a home via pipes. However, the water that is heated by a boiler is distributed throughout the home via pipes, radiators and radiant in-floor systems in order to heat it – to keep the rooms, floors, garage, etc. comfortable and warm.
On the other hand, a hot water tank heats water that is used for cooking and cleaning purposes – for showers, dishwashing, laundry, etc.
Unless you’re a trained professional, it’s not a good idea to attempt to install your own furnace. Yes, you’ll save money now but the issues and damage that can occur from an improperly installed furnace can result in costs far beyond what you would have spent to hire professionals to do your install.
Hiring a professional heating services provider in your area to install, maintain, and repair your furnace is always the best way to go. This will save you time and money in the long run. In addition to properly installing and calibrating your new furnace system, technicians are trained to help you find the perfect size furnace for your home. This will ensure that your furnace is not too big or too small. This, as well as the additional services provided by professional technicians during installation, including the calibration of your thermostat, will result in a highly-efficient furnace that will save you money in energy costs.
Heat pumps do not work in Alberta alone.
While heat pumps are designed to heat efficiently and cool homes by drawing heat from the outside air during cold months and expelling hot air from inside during warmer months, their effectiveness varies based on the climate.
In milder climates, heat pumps can be an excellent alternative to traditional furnaces and air conditioners. Some homeowners even prefer them for their dual functionality. However, in colder regions like Alberta, especially places like Edmonton, the efficiency of heat pumps diminishes.
The reason? As temperatures drop, heat pumps struggle to extract enough warmth from the frigid air to heat a home adequately. In contrast, traditional furnaces are specifically designed to provide consistent and reliable heat, even in the harshest of winters. For Alberta homeowners, where winters can be particularly brutal, relying solely on a heat pump can be a gamble.
Therefore, while heat pumps might be a viable option in some parts of the world, in Alberta, a traditional furnace remains the trusted and recommended choice for ensuring warmth and comfort throughout the year. There are also other and more reliable heating and cooling solutions available to Alberta homeowners.
There are several heating systems to choose from, including:
Key things to do to prepare your house and heating for the winter! Winters in Edmonton, Alberta can be brutal, but you can easily prepare your house to keep warm and comfortable all throughout the season. The key? Start as …
Read MoreAs winter approaches, ensuring your furnace is in top condition is crucial. However, furnace problems are not uncommon. Here, we’ll discuss common issues and DIY troubleshooting steps. Remember, for expert help, especially in the Edmonton area, ProSolutions Inc. is your …
Read MoreRegular furnace tune-ups are essential to the efficiency and longevity of your furnace. A professional heating company should conduct a furnace tune-up on your unit at least once per year. This will guarantee that everything is running smoothly and that you get the most reliable, energy-efficient heating possible.
When you trust ProSolutions Inc. with your heating needs, you'll receive top-rated service and a comprehensive furnace tune-up. Each time our professional furnace tune-up technicians visit your home, they will complete an extensive checklist. The items on this list cover every part of your furnace to ensure that it is in perfect working condition, for dependable, cost-effective heating.
The extensive furnace tune-up checklist used by the professional HVAC technicians at ProSolutions Inc. includes more than 22 items to ensure your furnace is running efficiently. Some of the most important items on this furnace tune-up checklist include:

A furnace tune-up can cost between $100 to $300 in Edmonton. The total cost of your furnace tune-up will depend on the type of furnace you have, what needs to be done, and who you hire to complete the tune-up.
To help you save money on furnace tune-ups, ProSolutions offers an exclusive Service Partner Plan. Check out our ProComfort Heating Membership to learn how you can start saving on furnace tune-ups, maintenance and more today!
Not sure if a furnace tune-up is worth the money? Here’s what you need to know.
Your furnace is a complex piece of machinery with many moving parts. To keep you and your family warm and comfortable, your furnace must work hard. As a result, its moving parts experience wear and tear. Therefore, furnace tune-ups are essential.
In addition to saving you time, money, and the headache of an unexpected furnace breakdown in the dead of winter, here are some of the benefits of regular furnace maintenance and tune-ups.
As you can see, a furnace tune-up is worth the money - especially in Beaumont where you don’t want to get stuck with a broken furnace in the middle of winter!

