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How To Reduce the Smell of Wildfire Smoke in Your Home
It seems like every summer in Alberta, you awaken to hazy red skies and the smell of wildfire smoke. You may not be dealing with a fire itself, but no shortage of damage comes from travelling smoke. Harmful ash particles affect our homes, vehicles, belongings, and pets. Oh, and our health—let’s not leave out the…
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Should I Get Central AC in Alberta?
When you think of air conditioning, you might be imagining the bulky units sitting on your neighbour’s window. But did you know there’s a less intrusive and more efficient way to cool your home? It’s called central air conditioning, and central AC is quickly gaining popularity here in Alberta. We always seem to be taken…
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Must-Do’s Before Turning on Your AC After Winter
It’s almost popsicle season! Part of enjoying summer is all about soaking up the sun…except when you need some relief from the heat. If you’re lucky enough to have in-home air conditioning, this part should be easy. But rolling out of the winter isn’t as simple as just turning on the magic “cool” button once…
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Can I Turn Off My Water Heater?
While you may not think about your water heater very much, it is an unsung hero. Your water heater is important for your comfort, but it also keeps your major appliances running smoothly. Should your water heater find itself in need of repair, it can be a real headache. So when can you turn off…
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Why Doesn’t My AC Work?
We’ve all been there, tossing and turning during the hottest summer nights and everything you do to cool off isn’t working. This feeling of restlessness can only be amplified when your AC doesn’t work. If you’re continuously turning down your thermostat to cool down your air space and nothing is happening, it’s time to call…
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5 Signs You Should Clean Your Air Ducts
If you’ve owned a car or any major appliance, you know that maintenance is necessary to keep it running its best. The same can be said for your home’s heating and cooling systems. This is why keeping your air ducts free and clear of debris and dust is an important part of maintaining the HVAC…
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What Size Water Heater Do I Need?
In the market for a new water heater? Sometimes it can be difficult to figure out the best fit foryour family’s needs. Everyone in your home looks forward to and expects hot water on demand.Or at least pretty fast. And if your water heater is the wrong size, it will have trouble meeting thatdemand. Here…
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Can Dirty Air Conditioner Filters Make You Sick?
Are you sneezing, coughing, or feeling stuffy at home? It might not be just the flu season. Did you know that a dirty air conditioner filter in your home’s air conditioning system can sometimes be the culprit? Here we’ll explore the importance of clean air filters and air conditioner maintenance, to ensure a healthy environment…
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Does My Water Heater Need Maintenance?
Have you ever gone to take a bath or shower and felt cold and uncomfortable when the water touched your skin? Hopefully, this isn’t the case, but when your water heater isn’t working properly, it could be a result of poor maintenance. Like most of the components that operate your home, your water heater needs…
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Do I Need a Humidifier in My Home?
Humidity is one of those things that’s hard to get just right in Alberta. Constantly changing temperatures and our frigid winters can leave you feeling dry. But being the most comfortable inside your home can be accomplished with a whole-home humidifier. Proper humidity does more than just make you feel comfortable. There are legitimate health…
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How Do I Choose The Best Furnace Repair?
In Canada, a working furnace is one of the essential systems in your household. You rely on it for heat and comfort day in and day out. So when something goes wrong, who do you choose for quality and timely repair services? Here we’ll explore what you should consider when looking into furnace repair services.…
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Should I Repair or Replace My Furnace?
A well-functioning furnace is a basic necessity when you live in a colder climate. There are few things more frustrating (and possibly dangerous) than a malfunctioning furnace in the winter. But when your furnace is displaying problems or getting old, how do you know if it’s time to replace or if just a repair is…