Category: Home Comfort
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How to Determine the Right Type & Size of Furnace for Your Home
Replacing a furnace is a big investment. So it’s essential to make sure the heating equipment you choose is the right fit for your home and demands. Here’s what you need to know about the types and sizes of furnaces available. The perfect furnace is different for every home. But read on for the things…
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10 Tips to Cool Off Your Home for Summer
You’ve waited all winter for this…a nice, relaxing summer. But all of a sudden, Alberta is seeing record temperature highs again! When it gets too hot, you need to take action to keep your home comfortable. Here are 10 tips to help cool off your home during those heat spells in Alberta. These summer tips…
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How to Reduce Condensation on Inside Windows
Condensation on windows is annoying. You throw open the curtains, ready to face the day, and you’re greeted with water droplets blocking your view. You might think, what’s the big deal? I’ll just wipe the window. But condensation can be more than just an inconvenience—it can signify bigger problems in your home. In this article,…
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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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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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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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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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What Does a Smart Furnace Do?
It was only a matter of time before your home’s furnace would be the next piece in the smart technology takeover. While this can be intimidating, especially when it comes to one of the most important pieces of equipment in your home, the implementation of smart furnaces has many advantages. In this blog, you’ll learn…
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How Do I Clean My Water Heater?
How Do I Clean My Water Heater? Your water heater is one of the most heavily used appliances in your home. It is constantly working for you — from dishes to showers, and laundry too. You wouldn’t put off cleaning your front-load washer or dishwasher. Your clothes won’t be as fresh and your dishes won’t…