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The Pro’s and Con’s of Choosing a Wood-burning Based Heating System

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Burning wood is the oldest know home heating system. Used first by cavemen and in every generation of humans, including now. It’s still widely popular and seen in homes all over the world. But how good is a wood-burning heating system, what is the drawback to having one? Both of these questions are answered below. 

Pro’s of burning wood for heat 

  • Wood is a cheaper resource to extract and transport, so it’s cheaper for the consumer as well. Making it a great choice for those that want to save money on their heating. 
  • The fuel used to heat (wood) is more readily available. You might even be able to cut it down and collect it yourself. 
  • The price of wood is stable and not subject to high spikes. 
  • An option like a pellet stove, that burns pellets made from compressed wood biomass. Can be a non-polluting heating choice if that is what you are looking for a more eco-friendly option. 
  • If engineer by a professional all wood-burning system is greener. Emitting less pollution than coal and oil. 
  • In the long run biomass, fuel like wood becomes carbon-neutral
  • Using wood that comes from forest waste actually helps keep the woods healthier. Reducing the risks of first fires. 
  • They are a very beautiful addition to any home and bring a lot of character to homes. 

Con’s of having a wood-burning heating system  

  • Because you are using biomass fuel you need to get a constant supply in order to keep your house warm. This might entail cutting and collecting the wood or going to buy it regularly during the cold months. 
  • You’ll need to have or create storage space for keeping the wood. 
  • Some systems like most stove pellets and sealed fireplaces require electricity to run fans for circulations. 
  • The ash waste created by wood-burning requires propper, safe disposal 
  • Costs are high for building a good wood-burning heating system. You’ll require professional help to complete it. 
  • Equipment to cut the wood for fuel and other accessories you might need can be very expensive as well. 

The pros and cons of getting a refrigerator with an external water dispenser

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A new refrigerator means a hefty investment for any homeowner. The more advanced and high-tech refrigerators have become the more expensive they’ve gotten. So, you must take into consideration all extra features when buying one to avoid overpaying or getting something you don’t really need. 

Extras like door ice and water dispenser can drive the price of the appliance up and they could actually not end up working for your particular situation. Consider all facts before jumping into a refrigerator choice just because it’s popular.

What to consider when choosing a refrigerator with an external water dispenser 

Cons

  • To have a refrigerator with an ice or water dispenser you will need to install more plumbing. Consider if this is possible in your kitchen space and even if you want to do this work at all. 
  • Did you know that the ice dispensing capabilities of a refrigerator affect the freezer strength? Well, now you know. Another aspect to consider especially if you have a preference for frozen food or keeping the freezer full and working at max capacity.
  • Having these water and ice dispersers will definitely reduce the space you have in your freezer. That loss of space might no be convenient in the long run for your home.
  • The water you get from your dispenser might not be the best quality. If you already need to filter your water regularly then you will need to get a refrigerator with added filtration features. If you don’t you could be compromising the quality of the water you drink. Could be better off with bottled water or another filtered option. 
  • Even if you have a clean source of water filtration may be needed to prevent sediment from blocking the water dispensation system. 

Pros

  • It’s an easy to use plus comfortable water and ice source 
  • Hvaing this dispensing system can help prevent spills of water 
  • The water and ice dispenser could potentially improve the energy efficiency of the refrigerator use since you won’t need to open the doors as much.
  • It can also reduce the amount of wasted water.

Now you have more information to make a decision on whether a refrigerator with a water/ice dispensation system is the right choice for your home. 

Maydone will offer you the best service and installation no matter what you pick! 

Tips To Pack Your Appliances For A Move

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Packing for a move can really stressful, and the last thing you want is for things to break on the way to your new home. Remember these tips to pack your appliances to make the trip home without a scratch. 

Wrap It Up 

The best way to pack your appliances for moving is to wrap them in bubble wrap or paper. This prevents damages to both the outside of the appliances and the inside, make sure you include the cord and plug so that it doesn’t tangle with other appliance or scratch them.

Separate And Conquer

Wrap each appliance individually for an easier packing experience, this way you can fit them in boxes and moving trucks easily. 

Fill The Gaps

Once you have wrapped your appliances you’ll need to put them in boxes and fill the gaps left in there. Using paper, bubbles, or styrofoam, you can fill the gaps in the boxes, that way appliances don’t move around during the trip and get home safer.  

Label Properly 

Labeling helps you in two ways when packing your appliances for a move:

First, it makes it easier to unpack once you get to your new home.

Two, it lets the movers know what’s in the boxes, you can add “Fragile” tags to the boxes so they are especially careful with some items. 

Call Maydone! 

Well, now you are ready to pack your appliances and move, once you get home call Maydone for installations or repairs 24/7

How to fix three common Air Conditioner problems

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The heat is getting closer and closer, so Maydone is here to help you keep your home cool with some top tips on how to fix three common Air Conditioner problems.

Increasing heat will make your AC unit work harder, because of this you need to be on the lookout for the little things that can put a damper on your unit. 

These few tips can put your Air Conditioner back on track and cooling your home or business.

If nothing works and you have to look for a new one we can also help you choose. 

Not cool enough 

This is the big one, what is an AC without the cooling? A problem!

Good news is…there are plenty of things you can try to do to help your unit do its job better 

  • Clean the vents where the air flows from 
  • Change or clean the filter of the AC unit 
  • If your AC unit gets hit with a lot of sunlight, move it to a shadier place or provide shade so it can work without the heat of the sun.
  • Check your thermostat and settings 
  • Have a look in your owners manual to check for more tips

Warm air leaking in 

Your air conditioner won’t have an easy job if it has to fight against warm air in the home because it will be working double time.

To avoid this check that your windows and doors to the outside are closed when the AC is on, you’ll also save on energy. 

For window AC unit you need to check its seals, if you notice the hot air is coming from there you can try to it with weatherstripping. 

Weird noises or smells 

Because the strange nooses can come from things coming loose inside the unit, you need to look inside.

If anything is stuck in there, see if you can safely remove it. 

If you smell something funny in your air, open the unit up, clean it out, and change your filters. 

Keep pets away from the AC to avoid those types of smelly accidents. 

You can even make your own air freshener for your air conditioner. 

Now you are ready to enjoy cooling down 

These tips will aid you to keep a cool home,

If you need professional help Maydone is here for you! 

For 24/7 repairs and installations, just call us +1 (647)-558-5825| +1 (888) 513-0052

How to pick the perfect air conditioner for your home

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It may be chilly now but don’t let the next heatwave catch you by surprise.

Here are some tips on how to pick the perfect air conditioner for your home.

If you are finally getting that AC unit you dreamed of or just want to renovate, this is the article for you!

When it comes to AC units it is basically down to size, needs, and budget!

So here are your options for staying cool all year long:

Window Air Conditioner Units 

The cheapest of the bunch

Good for a smaller space to cool, like just in your bedroom or living room, which will work just fine for these systems.

They range from $150 to $300 and it usually fits a variety of windows sizes.

If this sounds like your home you can check out some of the best ones here. 

Wall Air Conditioners

Essentially the same as a Window AC, but installed through a wall.

A with pricier and it, of course, and requires the wall installation.

A bit pricier than the former units, they go for $400 to $700.

The most important benefit is they let you keep your window intact, good is you value the light coming from the windows.

Still a cheap option for cooling a room, here are some of the top ones you can get. 

Portable Air Conditioners

Also, just enough power to cool one room at a time, but you can move them from room to room as you wish. 

These sell for around $250 to $500.

They are autonomous so you change their location around your home, it is the biggest benefit.

One thing, a lot of these units require a hot air vent to function so think about that, there are ventless options as well.

Check your top options here. 

Ductless Air Conditioners 

The ductless mini-split units are a great choice for cooling rooms with no windows or homes that cant have ducts installed. 

The units can range from $700 to $2,500,

They can be placed in one or several rooms to cool larger spaces, they are individually controlled so you can choose where to turn them on.

These units come with an inside and outside system and also require installation.

Discover the right one for your home here. 

Central Air Conditioners 

The most complete of the options, it can cool an entire home at once, cold air runs through ducts in the walls and ceiling. 

Central Air Conditioners go for $1,000 to $3,500.

Many homes have them already installed, if not you can easily add or replace them for a newer one.

Professional installation is required due to the complexity of the system.

For help write Maydone or call us at +1 (888) 513-0052 / +1 (647)-558-5825

Stay cool out there with the professionals!

Most useful appliances for your home

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So you might be filling a new home with useful appliances or looking to revamp your current ones with better gadgets.

Appliances are one of the most important parts of a home, they can make life much easier and any home more complete. 

Here’s an uncomplicated guide of the must-have appliances for a home: 

Fridge

If the kitchen is the heart of the home, then food is the heartbeat, so a fridge is going to be an incredibly important part of your home. There are plenty of choices from high tech to no-frills, and surely you will find the right one for you. 

Also, don’t forget to check out our very own DIY fridge problem-solving tips. 

Dishwasher 

This one could be one of the best home appliances ever. Being able to just load up dirty dishes and leave them to clean, has saved time for families all around the globe. 

Consider investing in one with an eco-friendly option, and all green appliances for your home, to reduce your carbon footprint, and choose wisely according to the size of your washing, remember if you have doubts then let the installation be handled by experts like Maydone. 

Washing Machine

Another appliance that you will find necessary for your home. Consider getting second-hand ones, if you are budget constrained, we can handle the installation.

Having the possibility to clean your clothes at hand is super useful for anyone looking to start a new home, you can go the extra mile and get the dryer combo as well. 

Microwave

This little powerhouse appliance can save you tons of time for cooking, rescue cold food or make some killer popcorn. 

When you are in a hurry to eat or get something hot, you’ll be glad you have this at home!

Stove and oven

It goes without saying, but we thought we would say it, either way, you need to have a stove/cooktop and an oven.

For cooking, baking, and making your kitchen come alive. 

You have all the choices to take your pick for these useful appliances, and for installation and repair there’s Maydone, call us here +1 (647)-558-5825| +1 (888) 513-0052

How to Install a Microwave on a Shelf or Cabinet

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Did you get a microwave as a Christmas present? If you are looking for help on how to install a countertop microwave in a shelf or cabinet, this is the right article for you.

For a lot of people, it is impossible to imagine cooking a meal after a long working day. But thanks to the invention of microwaves, it is easy to warm up leftovers and have a hot and hassle-free dinner. But there’s more to the applications: Nowadays, there are a lot of recipes that allow you to cook a whole meal in your microwave oven, without even using your stove or oven.

So, if you are still wondering if you need a microwave for your apartment, this might have convinced you. Anyhow, installing a new appliance can sometimes be tricky. Our experienced technicians are always there to help you out if you don’t know how to install the appliance yourself or if you need to get your microwave repaired. You can contact them through our online form or find all our other contact details here.

Which Microwave Do I Need?

In case you are wondering, which type of microwave you need, you can have a look at this article where we explain all the different features. Once you’ve found the right appliance for your needs, you will have to install it. And even though installing a countertop microwave can be very, there are some things that you keep in mind, especially if you want to put your appliance on a shelf. Here are the tips from our experts.

 

1. Find a Shelf or Cabinet for Your Microwave

 

For the first step of the microwave installation, it depends if you decided to buy a countertop microwave or a built-in appliance. If you went for a built-in microwave, you probably have accounted for it when planning your kitchen. Anyhow, in case you bought a countertop appliance and you want to place it on one of the shelves or in a cabinet, you should find a shelf big enough to fit it and that has a plug close by. Before placing the countertop microwave there, make sure to remove any objects from the inside that could fall out.

2. Find the Vents

To find out where the vents of your microwave are, you can turn the appliance on and feel with your hand where it blows the air out. Make sure not to place the microwave too close to a wall or the side of a shelf so the air can flow freely. For some built-in models, it can be important to have an advanced ventilation installation, such as over the range microwaves.

3. Make Sure the Microwave has Access to Electricity

If you are placing your new microwave on a shelf or a cabinet, it might be necessary to drill a hole into the shelf or the cabinet to make sure it has good access to the next plug. Remove the microwave while doing that, so it doesn’t get into your way. Snake the wire through the hole and plug in the appliance.

Don’t forget to put all the parts back in that you took out of your microwave and test your appliance. It should now be ready to heat your leftovers or cook you a hassle-free dinner after work.

Which Dishwasher Should I Buy?

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Buying a dishwasher does mean mainly one thing: You can finally say goodbye to washing the dishes by hand. Here is how you’ll choose the right appliance for your kitchen.

As the Christmas festivities are coming up, many people are preparing to host a feast or a party at their house. But whilst the preparation is fun to most people, they will also have to face the less-funny part: Cleaning up the mess in the kitchen as soon as the guests are gone. Fortunately, there is one appliance that could save you from most of it: a dishwasher. So, if you consider getting one for your kitchen, we can help you out with some advice on what appliance to buy.

Set Your Budget

Firstly, you should know how much money you want to spend on a dishwasher. Similar to other appliances, the price range usually varies between $ 400 and $ 1500. More expensive appliances will come with a variety of different features. But even if you are on a budget, you can expect your dishes to come out shiny. Anyhow, you will have to accept that you will not get the higher-end features and finishes.

Think About the Size of Your Dishwasher

Secondly, you should figure out what size you would want. Needless to say, the size of your new dishwasher must fit your kitchen or the cabinets. The majority of dishwashers come in a standard size of 35 inches high, 24 inches wide and 24 inches deep. However, there are also other sizes available, such as slime size or compact dishwashers that are about the size of a microwave oven. Furthermore, you can decide if you want to buy a freestanding, integrated or semi-integrated appliance.

Different Cycle Options

Every dishwasher comes with different washing cycle options. While cheaper appliances often just come with the basic cycles, normal, heavy and quick, high-end dishwashers will have more options to choose from. If you need all of them depends on your dishes. Are you just cooking for two people or are you a household of many people? If there are more than two people in your home, you should consider buying an appliance with more cycle options.

Which Features Should Your Dishwasher have?

Finally, there are different features that you could look for:

  • Adjustable upper racks that allow you to raise the rack so bigger items fit into the lower rack
  • An extra tray for cutlery
  • An automatic sensor that measures how dirty the dishes are and adjusts the water temperature accordingly
  • Protection against flooding
  • A safety lock for children so that the washing cycle can’t be changed while the dishwasher is being used

Choose a Dishwasher

Have you found the perfect appliance for your kitchen? We have put together a blog post on how you can install the dishwasher yourself. However, if you don’t want to give it a try, our technicians are always happy to help you with the dishwasher installation. You can find all the contact details here or write them directly through our request form. We hope this article was helpful to you and that you’ll have a good time hosting a party at your home without having to worry about dirty dishes.

How Long is The Lifespan of Your Appliance?

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What’s the lifespan of each appliance in your household? This article tells you how long you can expect your washer, fridge or dryer should last.

Are you in the process of buying some new appliances for your home? Before spending a lot of money on an appliance, it can be interesting to know how long you can expect it to last. Or maybe you need to replace one of your appliances and you are wondering if it’s worth buying a used appliance such as a washing machine that is almost five years old?

That’s why we have decided to write this article on the lifespan of different appliances. You will find out how many years a dryer should last and after what time you might have to replace the range hood in your kitchen.

Anyhow, if one of your appliances stops working, we encourage you to have it checked up before giving up on it. Our experienced technicians might find a way to repair your stove or the beloved microwave that has never failed you before. You can contact us online or by calling +1 (888) 513-0052 or +1 (289) 801-7857 during our office hours (Mon – Sun from 8 am – 10 pm).

Furthermore, there is one reason why you shouldn’t be too disappointed if you need to replace your appliance. New appliances cost a lot in the beginning, but they have a much lower energy consumption compare to old appliances.

What Factors Influence the Lifespan of Appliances?

Many different factors influence the lifespan of your appliance, such as the brand and the quality or how often you use it. Furthermore, it is important to clean your appliance and maintain it regularly.

Lifespan of Dishwashers

The dishwasher in your kitchen can last up to 12 years. Newer dishwashers have the benefit of using less water and energy. They are also more efficient in the way they are designed.

Lifespan of Washing Machines

On average, a washing machine should be replaced after 11 and 15 years these days. Having that said, older washing machines that were manufactured a few centuries ago might still be working. But as mentioned before, they use a lot more energy than newer models.

Lifespan of Dryers

The average dryer lasts between 10 and 13 years. There are many things that you can do to extend its lifespan, for example by cleaning the lint trap regularly.

Lifespan of Fridges

Your fridge should last about 13 years before it needs to be replaced. Have a look at these tips on how you can expand the lifespan of a fridge as we have collected them in an earlier blog post.

Lifespan of HVAC Appliances

You can expect your heating, ventilation or air conditioning system in your household to last for a lifespan of 15 to 25 years. On average, air conditioning units will last a bit shorter, between 10 and 15 years. Nevertheless, all of these appliances require regular maintenance to keep working efficiently and to expand their lifespan.

Lifespan of Stoves / Ovens

The stove and oven in your kitchen should last around 10 to 15 years. After that time, you might experience problems with the bake element or the control board.

Lifespan of a Microwave

Nowadays, microwaves last for around seven years, depend on the usage. If used a lot without being cleaned and maintained properly, a microwave might need to be replaced after around five years already.

Our Tip: Save Up Before your Appliance Break

It is always good to be prepared if you know that your appliance comes towards the end of their lifespan. Therefore, you should make sure to have some money on the side so you can afford a new appliance immediately after the old one gave up!

How to Prolong the Lifespan of Your Washing Machine

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Home appliances like washing machines or dryers are expensive investments. Therefore, you want to make sure they last as long as possible. Here are some tips on how to prolong the lifespan of your washing machine.

Isn’t it just the best feeling to have a washing machine that allows you to do your laundry at home instead of going to a laundromat?! Washing machines used to be appliances that were made to serve you some decades but unfortunately, the lifespan of modern washers is shorter. Luckily, there are quite a few things you can do to prolong their life span and that will make sure, your appliance will last as long as possible.

1. Prevent your washing machine from getting moldy

You might think that a washing machine might be able to stay clean themselves since it manages to clean everything inside. But often detergent or fabric softeners remain in the machine and that, together with water, can serve mold as a food source. Therefore, you should clean the appliance regularly and use a disinfectant for glass and gasket. Furthermore, it is important to remove clothes from the washing machine as soon as the appliance is done and keep the door of the washing machine or dryer open when they are not in use.

2. Make sure to keep your appliances level

During the spinning cycle, the drum of your washing machine has to spin at a high speed. If the machine is unsteady, it can lead to excessive vibration that will cause damage to the appliance. Therefore, make sure that the appliance has all feet firmly on the floor and use a level to check it’s correctly adjusted on each side.

3. Do not use too much detergent

Especially newer washing machines don’t need a lot of detergents to get your clothes clean. By using too much detergent, your washer has to work harder. It could even cause an extra rinse cycle, which uses extra energy and will shorten the lifespan of your washer.

4. Don’t wash too many clothes at once

You might think, that it’s a good idea to stuff all your clothes into the washer to get them cleaned in just one washing cycle. But as a matter of fact, that is not the best idea – and we will tell you why. Firstly, clothes need enough room to move around in the drum. Secondly, too much weight in the washing machine means that the motor has to work harder. Thirdly, it could mean that your clothes are not getting cleaned properly which would result in another washing cycle. All of that will rather shorten the lifespan of your washing machine instead of prolonging it.

5. Get your washing machine checked-up regularly

Once in a while, it also makes sense to have your appliances checked from a professional. We would love to assist you with that! Our experienced technicians work every day from 8 am to 10 pm all over the GTA. To schedule an appointment, you can contact us online or call us: +1 (888) 513-0052 or +1 (289) 801-7857. They are also to help you installing a new washing machine – if you don’t feel confident installing it yourself.