We’re not known here in Calgary for our tropical climate but as spring turns to summer, the thoughts of homeowners inevitably turn to how to keep the home cool during the warmer days of the year. We do get [...]
Nobody wants to call a plumber unless they have to. The problem is that if they leave it until they MUST call a plumber, the problem is already full-blown and repairs can be expensive. Let’s look at how you [...]
Many plumbing problems in Calgary homes are caused by hard water buildup. The mineral-rich water we have in these parts can also cause other problems for homeowners – especially with washing clothes and sensitive skin. Many homes already have water [...]
Every Calgary household experiences clogged drains at some point. If it’s happening often, something needs fixing. In most cases, it’s a temporary problem that can be fixed relatively simply by following some basic plumbing advice. If it’s a more serious [...]
Banging water pipes can be alarming but their bark is much worse than their bite, in most cases. The banging, knocking or, some might say, “thwacking” sound emanating from the pipes when you turn the water on may make you [...]
If a new high-efficiency furnace is top of the list of purchases for your home for the New Year, you’re probably thinking mainly about the years of cozy warmth you’ll get from it. A new furnace certainly can help [...]
Have you just discovered that your furnace is well past its “use by” date and might not last the months ahead? Or has it already broken down? You don’t want to face the long winter months without heat, however, [...]
For most Calgary households, the furnace just sits in the basement or utility room and goes about its business day in day out.Until it doesn’t.That’s when your furnace is thrust to the centre of your world because winter mornings without [...]
Does your old furnace frequently need repairing or seem to get more inefficient every year? Are your monthly energy bills rising? As energy efficiency has become a hot topic for Calgary homeowners, the furnace is an obvious place to [...]
In summer, if the water heater is not heating water efficiently, there is not enough hot water, or the water you get is not hot enough, you might be tempted to just struggle through. Shorter showers and lukewarm face [...]
