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How Long Does a Furnace Last?
The age of a house, and the parts therein, are essential to your quality of life. Many factors can effect your expected furnace life. Whether you’ve lived in the same house for years or you’re browsing the homes available today, knowing your home’s age could save you loads of cash and stress in the future.…
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Recommended Thermostat Temperatures for Summer & Winter
Your comfort level at home depends greatly on the indoor temperature. But think twice before you crank the furnace in the winter and blast the air conditioning in the summer. Setting your thermostat to the recommended ideal temperatures is energy-efficient, allowing you to save money on your utility bills. Things to Consider When Setting Your…
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How Can UV Lights Enhance Your Indoor Air Quality?
Your home should be a place where you feel comfortable, relaxed, and most importantly, safe. To keep your home working efficiently, several units are needed, such as an air conditioner and a furnace. While these units help improve your home, they could be harmful to your home’s air quality if not properly maintained. Luckily, UV…
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How Can I Identify Sources of Pollution in My Home?
Your home is your sanctuary—a space to relax, recharge, perhaps work on your hobbies—and the furthest thing from your mind may be indoor air pollution that could negatively impact your health. Unfortunately, many airborne culprits can lead to health problems existing in your home. But, we can identify the sources to mitigate harm and prevent…
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Our Most Frequently Asked Questions About Duct Cleaning
Your home is more than just a place you spend time each day. It’s likely the place you feel safest. Within your home, you’re going to do what you can to keep yourself and your family safe. Cleaning your ducts is a crucial part of keeping your home’s air clean and your home’s systems running…
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Normal vs. Abnormal Water Heater Noises
Your home’s water heater is likely something you aren’t thinking about every day. However, if you’re walking by it and hear some noises, what do you do? How do you know what noises are normal and which aren’t? Whether you have a standard water heater or you’ve got a tankless water heater, identifying these unknown…
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5 of the Most Common Water Heater Problems & What to Do
Ah, the water heater. You may not think of it much until something goes awry with the precious water coming from your taps. First, it’s too hot, and now it’s too cold. Now, there’s not enough pressure to have a proper shower. But, don’t fret—your water heater probably needs some attention, and we can help.…
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Choosing the Right MERV Rating for your Furnace
Whether you have just had a new furnace installed or you need a tune-up, your furnace filter is something you need to be aware of when caring for your furnace. This is especially important here in Alberta, as your furnace is an essential part of your home. Taking proper care of your furnace can help…
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Dangers of a Dirty Furnace Filter
Your furnace filter plays an essential part in maintaining clean air throughout your home and protecting the inner workings of your furnace, especially the blower fan that helps with proper air circulation. A dirty furnace filter causes dangers in your home, from poor air quality to potentially replacing your entire furnace. Changing your furnace filters…
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Should I Have a Zoned HVAC System?
Whether you bought your home or you built it yourself, your home is something you take pride in. Within your home, you have different rooms for different purposes. Keeping these rooms at comfortable temperatures all the time may be difficult with a standard furnace and air conditioner. The rooms in your home are all going…
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How to Reduce Static in Your Home
Have you experienced that uninvited zap from a doorknob in your house? Or you can’t get your hair under control or clothes to stop clinging? Static electricity may be the culprit. Static electricity around the house can be a nuisance, but in certain situations, it can be a fire risk if a static charge ignites…
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How Does a Humidifier Help the Quality of Your Home?
Air quality is probably something you only think about when you’re outside. From smoke to particulate matter, the weather team tells you daily how the air quality is doing and whether you need to consider staying indoors. But how do you make sure the air quality inside your home is adequate? Whether it’s the springtime…