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Furnace advice from TRALO™: repair or replace, fuel choices and pairing with a heat pump.

Electric Furnace VS Gas Furnace VS Heat Pump

When it comes to heating your home, understanding the available energy sources is crucial. In Ontario, natural gas and electricity are prevalent, but homeowners in more remote areas may rely on propane or oil, which can be costlier. This article delves into electric furnaces, gas furnaces, and heat pumps, highlighting their benefits and considerations.

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TRALO™ (Previously Prestige Home Improvement) Named #1 on Ottawa's Fastest-Growing Companies List for 2025

TRALO™ (Previously Prestige Home Improvement) is Ottawa’s #1 fastest-growing company in 2025, with 982% growth—redefining HVAC with innovation, integrity, and customer-first service.

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National Heat Pump Rebate eligible heat pump brands
Which heat pump brands qualify for the National Heat Pump Rebate?

TRALO™ installs 35 heat pump brands with models on the National Heat Pump Rebate list, in Ottawa and Nova Scotia.

Two Thermostats, One Furnace, and a Tenant Upstairs

An Enfield building with an office below and a tenant above, sharing one oil furnace. How we added a heat pump and gave each floor its own thermostat.

Installing a Heat Pump in a Low Basement

The coil would not fit above the oil furnace in this Wilmot basement. How we installed a ducted heat pump anyway, without a new panel or a service upgrade.

Heat Pump Warranty Repair in Maccan, Nova Scotia

A faulty sensor shut down a new ductless system in its first week. Here's how we found it and put it right in one visit.

A Heat Pump for a Home That Still Burns Wood

A home on Nova Scotia’s South Shore heated by a wood-oil furnace wanted a heat pump without giving up the fire. Here is how we kept the two apart, safely.

Heat Pump Add-On in Eastern Passage, Nova Scotia

Not every install is a puzzle. A bungalow, an oil furnace staying on as backup, and a clear spot out back. The heat pump was running by early afternoon.

Prestige Home Improvement Rebranding to TRALO™ Heating & Cooling

Prestige Home Improvement is rebranding to TRALO™ Heating & Cooling, a Canadian HVAC company providing heating, cooling, and home comfort services. The rebrand supports the company’s expansion across Canada while maintaining the same leadership, team, and commitment to quality service.

The Unexpected History of the Air Conditioner

Being what popularized the widespread use of AC, movie theatres offer one more reason to appreciate them.

TRALO™ (Previously Prestige Home Improvement) Named #1 on Ottawa's Fastest-Growing Companies List for 2025

TRALO™ (Previously Prestige Home Improvement) is Ottawa’s #1 fastest-growing company in 2025, with 982% growth—redefining HVAC with innovation, integrity, and customer-first service.

Rebates Available to Ontario Homeowners

Several rebate initiatives are available in Ontario, designed to support homeowners wishing to incorporate heat pumps.

TRALO™ (Previously Prestige Home Improvement) Wins the Canadian Choice Award for the HVAC Sector

A first step in the recognition of our effort to reduce shady practices in the HVAC industry

Planting for a Greener Future: Our Partnership With Veritree

Our partnership with veritree is rooted in our dedication to making a lasting impact on the environment. Learn all about our partnership with veritree.

Electric Furnace VS Gas Furnace VS Heat Pump

When it comes to heating your home, understanding the available energy sources is crucial. In Ontario, natural gas and electricity are prevalent, but homeowners in more remote areas may rely on propane or oil, which can be costlier. This article delves into electric furnaces, gas furnaces, and heat pumps, highlighting their benefits and considerations.

Featured
Latest news

TRALO™ (Previously Prestige Home Improvement) Named #1 on Ottawa's Fastest-Growing Companies List for 2025

TRALO™ (Previously Prestige Home Improvement) is Ottawa’s #1 fastest-growing company in 2025, with 982% growth—redefining HVAC with innovation, integrity, and customer-first service.