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As the season changes into Spring, allergies are always at a high. You may come across stories and news reports of air pollution, and how it impacts health, but how frequently are you considering your indoor air quality? What are some tips to ensure you are taking advantage of the air quality in your home. Trust Zoltera to get the job done right, the first time! Below are top 5 tips to improve indoor air quality. Tip #1 - Monitor Indoor Air Quality Some indoor air pollutants can be invisible and odorless, making them easy to miss without monitoring tools. One way to catch if you have poor quality, is if in the mornings, you wake up with a dry mouth - most likely your indoor air is polluted or not properly ventilated. Remember, each home has customizable air quality, no home is the same! Tip #2 - Ensure Proper Ventilation and Control Humidity This is such an important, yet forgotten step. Use exhaust fans when you are cooking on your stovetop (always), and use your bath fans when taking a bath or shower. Your indoor humidity should be read between 30-50%. Humidifiers are great for this, but too much humidity can also be a problem resulting in mold. Consider Zoltera to give you a free quote to keep your home safe and breathable! We offer a wide range of de-humidifers, humidifiers, and air purification systems. Always use a bath fan while taking a shower or bath to improve home air quality Tip #3 - Invest in an Air Purifier Consider upgrading with an Air Purification system. Contact Zoltera to get a free estimate on the right size and appropriate unit for your home. Offering hospital grade filtration featuring the Lennox Healthy Climate filter, this can remove over 99% of the virus that causes COVID-19 from the air, as well smaller viruses. For more information take a look at Lennox's website, Zoltera proudly offers their top-of the line product. Tip #4 - Maintain Existing Equipment Most furnaces come with their pre-made filters to ensure the air you are pumping into your home is filtered. Purchasing HEPA filters is your next step for proper air quality. This is crucial to not only increase the life span of your equipment, but improves your own health! You can purchase these directly through our website here (Please make sure it is the right size prior to ordering! If you don't know, call us!): Tip #5 - Open Your Windows! Since the days are getting nicer, and the nights are getting warmer. Open up your windows! If you struggle with ventilation drafts in your home, having a window open can have many benefits. Keep On Top Of Maintenance As we always recommend, consider our Annual Service Agreement. With this, you not only get priority service, but you ensure your equipment is up to par for the season ahead and you maintain all warranties.

Zoltera had the privilege to attend Lennox Live this year in Denver, Colorado. Learn about it below, including the newest advancements in Indoor Air Quality, and more! To start with, Lennox Live was AMAZING! Insightful and informative for fellow Lennox Dealers, regarding the newest of HVAC technology on the market right now. One did stand out from the rest - Lennox Pureair System. Lennox Pureair System Protects Your Family From COVID-19 Sensing and communicating, this system cleans the air in your home better than any other product out there you can buy. Offering hospital-grade filtration with the Healthy Climate Carbon Filter, an air filter that removes over 99% of the virus that causes COVID-19, as well smaller viruses, bacteria and fungal spores. This is a industry first! For details on this report read about it more here. Introducing: New Products! This was an exciting one! A new Heat Pump! More details to come, but keep your eyes peeled when this product hits the market, it will sell fast! As we now know, refrigerant is gradually changing in all HVAC equipment, R-410A will be replaced with R-454B. Due to this, new technology will need to be made to work with this lower climate impact refrigerant. Lennox is always working one step closer to a clean environment. Zoltera is the Okanagan's newest Premier Lennox Dealer Every Lennox Premier Dealer is trained to deliver quality product, and quality service for each home owner that no other company can match. We don't take this task lightly, we are proud to be the Okanagan's newest Premier Dealer. Zoltera is working hard to keep our technicians trained and dedicated to the product, and we look forward to serving our customers' needs so they can enjoy the best home comfort possible. Let's Chat! We love to hear from you all, reach out to us if you have any questions, or looking for a quote. We are here for you, don't hesitate to check out our product listing on the website here.

Introducing, our newest promotion. No Fortis Rebate - No Problem! Follow along below on our newest promotion and recent giveaway news. Our newest promotion just launched, available until March 1st to May 1st. Get it while it is still available! In order to qualify, you must be a current Zoltera customer. You could save up to $800 on select equipment. Discounted products include: Ducane Furnaces Lennox SLP, EL, or ML Series Furnaces For more information on this please contact us, we can walk you through it! Other Rebate or Promotions Available Zoltera Mechanical is committed to providing top-notch services at an affordable price. We know that HVAC issues can be a major inconvenience. Our team understands the importance of keeping our customers informed throughout the entire process and always provides honest and transparent recommendations. Check out below for our latest promotions and deals. Trade in Program Free Humidifier Giveaway Warranty Maintenance Program

With this cold snap upon us here in the Okanagan, it is crucial you as a homeowner are aware of the risks and common repairs needed on a furnace in the time of a breakdown. Zoltera Mechanical has an emergency on-call technician ready to answer your phone call in case of a no heat situation. We take priority during these cold winter months for our no heat service calls and do not stop until we diagnosis your unit with repair costs and installation. Trust Zoltera to get the job done right, the first time! Below are some warning signs your equipment is needing an emergency repair. Tip #1 - Thermostat not Communicating This one might seem obvious, but majority of repairs for most emergency furnace repairs start and end with a thermostat error. Refer to your manual for details on how to monitor your current settings displayed on your thermostat. If your thermostat is still not communicating with your furnace attempt to switch your thermostat into "Auto" mode and observe if the furnace fan is still spinning. If it is, a more difficult problem may be present. Tip #2 - Yellow Flame in Furnace A yellow flame in your furnace may be a critical problem. In a normal furnace, the flame should be blue and sharp. Dirt in the burner panel may be causing the flame to turn yellow, do not attempt to fix this. Dirt in the burner is quite common in older furnaces, it prevents the gas and air to mix effectively. Call an expert at Zoltera to clean your burner. Blue Flame = Good. Yellow Flame = Bad Tip #3 - Fan Consistently Spinning It sure can be annoying to have that fan spinning! Not to mention, the increase on your utility bill! As we previously mentioned, if your furnace fan is consistently spinning after you have diagnosed your thermostat - it could be the result of a defective fan limit switch or one that is set to manual override. If you suspect an issue, call us at Zoltera and we can get a technician out to you to fix the constant noise and rotation. Tip #4 - Carbon Monoxide Detector Your carbon monoxide detector is there to help you, it is so important you do not ignore it going off. This could mean a potential gas leak coming from your furnace, or the ventilation system. This is considered a high risk service, please call a certified technician at Zoltera to get this fixed immediately! Tip #5 - No Heat Coming from Interior Vents Finally, a tip that on a cold day, it would be hard not to notice. If you find your interior vents or baseboard grilles do not have heat coming out of them - clearly the furnace has stopped working and you have no heat. These are not issues that can be fixed themselves, usually - a burnt pilot light or broken control board might be stopping the furnace from activating. Zoltera is here to help you, call us for the on-call technician to remedy your no heat situation. Keep On Top Of Maintenance Before an Emergency Unfortunately, these repairs seem to happen during the coldest nights of the year. To ensure this does not happen to you - consider our Annual Service Agreement. With this, you not only get priority service, but you ensure your equipment is up to par for the season ahead and you maintain all warranties. Stay warm out there!

Exciting things happened for us here at Zoltera in 2023, and we thought we would share! Read below our favourite installations, community events, and what the future holds for Zoltera Mechanical. New Home Construction & Renovations in 2023 We believe quality over quantity is what makes us stand out against other HVAC companies. We had the privilege of completing 79 renovation projects within the Okanagan this year, a new Zoltera record! We were delighted to work alongside some wonderful homeowners who make our work feel like a breeze! We work with some of the best of the best contractors and builders here in Kelowna, and the work we have completed for them is always a joy. We completed a total of 11 New Home Construction/Commercial projects this year. Below are some of our favourites! Giving Back To Our Community I think for all of us, this year's wildfire season took us by surprise. To those who were effected, Zoltera discounted our product and time to those who needed support. If you were one of those homeowners we contacted during the evactuations, our hearts are still with you. Zoltera also had the honor of providing a worthy member of our community with a Free Lennox Furnace with Feel The Love. This truly was one of our most memorable jobs we completed this year. Read more about it on our blog post below. New Year - New Work Our goal for 2024 is to reach even more homes and provide even better customer service. We truly believe here at Zoltera, that first impressions matter, and our quality of installations should be first tier. See below some sneak peeks of what is to come in 2024! We look forward to having you all come along on our journey. With over 20+ years of experience combined as a team and our Lennox Home Comfort Systems, and Kinetico Water Treatment products, we won't let you down! To get a quote on your next home renovation project reach us here. Interested in a service? Book online here. We would love to hear from you! Drop a comment below if you have any questions, or share some love our way.

Zoltera is interested in keeping your home warm this season. Before the snow hits the ground, we recommend getting your Furnaces, Fireplaces, or any other heating equipment serviced now before your system can't keep up! By keeping up with preventative maintenance, your equipment stays running within manufacture specs, and ensures your warranty is still valid. Tip #1 - Turn on your Furnace prior to Winter negative tempatures It it smart to fire up your Furnace at least three times prior to the negative tempatures hit, this gives peace of mind that your equipment is working well for those cold days. Zoltera understands how frustating it can be when the unit just stops working on a cold December night. Be ahead of the curve, get your system up and running before it quits! If you are hesitant starting it up on your own, Zoltera Mechanical would happily come out and get it running. Tip #2 - Change Filters One of the major causes for Furnace breakdowns is dust and debris build up. Check your Furnace filters every month to make sure they are free from any contaminants. Keeping backup filters is always a smart move. Zoltera provides multiple filter options if you are looking to step up your efficiency on your unit. "Over 82% of homeowners fail to change their air filters" – The Zebra Tip #3 - Use a Programmable Thermostat Installing a Lennox Thermostat gives you the satisifaction of keeping your home consistently comfortable for when you get back from work or if you are out for the day. You can program your thermostat to come on in the morning 30 minutes before you wake up so your home is nice and toasty for your first cup of coffee! Tip #4 - Preventative Maintenance Zoltera offers annual servicing for all homeowners that want to stay on top of any future repairs. We recommend calling an HVAC specialist to service your blower motor, heat exchanger, flame sensor and the igniter switch to ensure you are not running into any troubles for the season ahead. Get Help With Your Heating Equipment By following some of this quick tips, you will be ready in no time to tackle this winter season fast approaching. Call us at Zoltera to walk you through it, or hire a professional to do it for you!

What a happy day it was to give back! If you weren't keeping up with our latest, Zoltera worked with our #1 supplier, Lennox to deliver a Free Furnace to a family in need this fall! Lennox Feel the Love supports deserving families and people in need, who are within our local communities, a chance to receive warmth for the upcoming winter season ahead. Nominations are submitted by the community, and we, as Zoltera pick the deserving family! As our second year doing this, we were thrilled to show our support, time, and materials for free! About Our Recipient Dale was our ever-deserving recipient for this years Feel the Love. He was in desperate need of a new Furnace. According to his close friend, Corrina, Dale has given back to his community in all ways! He has been giving discounts, free materials, and his labour to many charities within the Okanagan, including: Mama's for Mama's, St. Pius Church, Head Injured Society, and extended care facilities such as Hawthorn Park. Not to mention, Dale and his tenant suffered from pneumonia, and was hospitalized last year due to the extreme winter with no functioning Furnace in his home! We were thrilled to give back to this amazing gentleman, who has worked hard, and given back his own time - time for him to receive the warmth and love he deserves! About The Free Furnace & Install Dale's home was built in 1947, he houses multiple rescued animals, and has a tenant living in the home. He has not had heat in his home for over two years now, and his running water constantly freezes every winter due to old equipment. We installed a top-of the line Lennox ML296 Furnace and Thermostat. Dale will now live through a winter without a hassle, or risk of illness or quality of life. See below some photos of our installation! If you are interested in nominating someone for next year, keep your eyes peeled, this happens EVERY October. Nominations begin August. For more information, or if you are keen on getting a new Furnace, please reach out to us! We are here to help any way we can. We value integrity, and innovation!

Everything you need to know on cleaning your mini split, heating and cooling equipment. Keep your unit working effectively with these steps below! Like any home appliance, your mini-split air conditioner needs maintenance. You may forget at times how important this may be, but this is a very crucial thing for your household to keep running at tip-top shape! We've put together a simple guideline on steps to complete your at-home service, or better yet, call us to service! Why Is Mini-Split Cleaning So Important? Preventative measures ensure you deter any smells, odors or mold growing in your home. Recently, Zoltera serviced a three year old ductless split unit, and found mold build up, which was getting the household sick with their little 1 year old baby! Don't let this happen to you! How & When Do You Clean A Mini-Split? If you use your mini-split frequently as an air conditioner only, we recommend servicing the equipment once every year. If you run heat/cool through your system, we recommend once in the fall and once in the spring time. Make sure your equipment is turned off when you are ready to clean. At times, you may need to replace parts as they do get worn out. The two most common parts are the air filters, and coils. These are integral pieces for the function of the system. Be sure to tighten and screw all loose pieces, when you are cleaning the system be sure to keep an eye out for any bolts falling. The big question: what do you use to clean your unit? We recommend HVAC coil cleaners, or household products such as, water, vinegar, and little-to-no bleach. Are You Confident To Service? Zoltera Mechanical would happily do this on your behalf. We recommend a certified technician to accomplish this task, as leaking refrigerant is possible if not done correctly. Give us a shout, and ask us about your ductless split cleaning. We offer quotes on new equipment, upgrades, servicing and diagnosing on all heating/cooling appliances.

Can you believe it is fall already? It seems like just yesterday we were all enjoying summer days in the lake, hiking at nearby mountains, visiting family, or going wine tasting! Another season passed, let's start thinking about your HVAC equipment. Since we know those wildfires took a beating on our indoor equipment, let Zoltera be there for your HVAC needs this fall. Below are 5 tips to consider to get ready for those colder months ahead! Tip #1 - Consider Duct Cleaning Dust and debris equal to about 10 percent loss of efficiency for most coil and blower motor failures. This is a primary reason for higher utility costs to you during winter months. Consider duct cleaning for the fall season, at least once every 3 years to ensure your equipment is free of any contaminants or debris! Tip #2 - Clean Your Outdoor Unit Although the leaves falling may look peaceful, these leaves can cause major issues for your outdoor unit. They can become a fire hazard if branches get lodged into your equipment. Consider calling a technician to get your unit vacuumed and cleaned out for the fall season. "33% of all Air Conditioner fires happen from blockage, wires or cables not effectively being cleaned and maintained" – Insurance Specialist @ Insurancehub Tip #3 - Check Your Thermostat Ensure your equipment is working by checking your thermostat. If you own a programmable thermostat, set it for the fall months anywhere between 70-78 degrees, depending on the weather outside of course. If your thermostat does not communicate properly, or changes - it might be time for a service! Tip #4 - Replace Dirty Air Filters If you noticed your energy bills have increased over this fire season, consider replacing your air filters in your home. Do you smell burning, is your unit overheating? It might be time to replace. Zoltera has a variety of stock of all MERV 11, 16 filters. Tip #5 - Schedule Routine Maintenance By having your equipment serviced each season by a licensed and bonded Zoltera technician, you maintain your manufacture warranties, you ensure peak efficiency, and prolong the life span of your system. Call Zoltera for a quote on an annal service agreement, only $199/year! Get Help with your HVAC Fall Maintenance By following these tips above you will be ready for winter in no time! Contact us at Zoltera to walk you through it or, hire a professional to do it for you!