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Is an air conditioner or heat pump better for your home in Alberta?

As a homeowner in Alberta, where winters are harsh, and summers can get surprisingly hot, choosing the right system to maintain a comfortable indoor temperature is crucial. Let's compare the most popular options: air conditioners and heat pumps.
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Get your pipes ready for winter and prevent freezing

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Understanding your thermostat

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Troubleshooting furnace problems

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Troubleshooting and preventing clogged drains

Clogged drains are just part of the joy of indoor plumbing. The good news is that you can troubleshoot the issues and prevent them from happening again, including chronic problems.
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Spring home maintenance checklist

Use our spring home maintenance & inspection checklist to ensure your home is in good shape after winter.
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Plumbing tips for spring

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LED vs. incandescent Christmas lights: which is better?

Planning to light up your home in Alberta for the holidays? If you are wondering whether it’s worth switching to LED holiday lights, we’ve put together a detailed comparison between LED and incandescent string lights to help you decide.
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How to winterize a dog house

Learn how to winterize your dog house in five easy steps! These tips give your dog house the best chance at withstanding the cold weather and snow during Alberta winters.
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Importance of professional installation for HVAC

Planning to install an air conditioner or furnace yourself? Here's why you should leave it to the professionals to avoid additional cost and repairs.
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Furnace maintenance tips

By performing regular yearly inspections and maintenance on your furnace in Alberta, you can help find and prevent future problems.
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How a humidifier benefits your home and health

Learn important facts about furnace humidifiers and how they protect your home and health.
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How to winterize trees and shrubs: a step-by-step guide

Learn how to winterize your trees and shrubs to prepare for the cold winter season.
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How to winterize a garden

Wondering how to winterize your garden and prepare it to withstand the elements? Learn the top 8 things to do to protect your flowers and plants.
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How do furnaces and air conditioners work together?

Learn more about how your air conditioner and furnace systems work together to keep your home comfortable.
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Understanding ENERGY STAR-certified heating & cooling systems

Find out how you can keep warm or cool, and comfortable with new high-efficiency ENERGY STAR qualified products.
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Is an air conditioner or heat pump better for your home in Alberta?

As a homeowner in Alberta, where winters are harsh, and summers can get surprisingly hot, choosing the right system to maintain a comfortable indoor temperature is crucial. Let's compare the most popular options: air conditioners and heat pumps.
Read article

Signs your air ducts need cleaning & how often to clean them

Do you know how to tell if your ducts need cleaning? We go over some simple things you can check to see if you need to clean your ducts.
Read article

7 must-have smart home devices to automate your daily routine

Here are our top recommendations for smart home devices that can transform your home into a seamlessly integrated smart haven.
Read article

Get your pipes ready for winter and prevent freezing

Do you need to winterize your house's plumbing? Here are some ideas on how to winterize pipes to keep you protected until spring.
Read article

Understanding your thermostat

Learn about different types of thermostats and how they can help increase your energy efficiency.
Read article

Troubleshooting furnace problems

If your furnace is not working, you may be able to handle it before you call a professional. Here are some tips for troubleshooting furnace problems.
Read article

Troubleshooting and preventing clogged drains

Clogged drains are just part of the joy of indoor plumbing. The good news is that you can troubleshoot the issues and prevent them from happening again, including chronic problems.
Read article

Spring home maintenance checklist

Use our spring home maintenance & inspection checklist to ensure your home is in good shape after winter.
Read article

Plumbing tips for spring

Here are some tips for checking your plumbing system in the spring.
Read article

LED vs. incandescent Christmas lights: which is better?

Planning to light up your home in Alberta for the holidays? If you are wondering whether it’s worth switching to LED holiday lights, we’ve put together a detailed comparison between LED and incandescent string lights to help you decide.
Read article

How to winterize a dog house

Learn how to winterize your dog house in five easy steps! These tips give your dog house the best chance at withstanding the cold weather and snow during Alberta winters.
Read article

Importance of professional installation for HVAC

Planning to install an air conditioner or furnace yourself? Here's why you should leave it to the professionals to avoid additional cost and repairs.
Read article

Furnace maintenance tips

By performing regular yearly inspections and maintenance on your furnace in Alberta, you can help find and prevent future problems.
Read article

How a humidifier benefits your home and health

Learn important facts about furnace humidifiers and how they protect your home and health.
Read article

How to winterize trees and shrubs: a step-by-step guide

Learn how to winterize your trees and shrubs to prepare for the cold winter season.
Read article

How to winterize a garden

Wondering how to winterize your garden and prepare it to withstand the elements? Learn the top 8 things to do to protect your flowers and plants.
Read article

How do furnaces and air conditioners work together?

Learn more about how your air conditioner and furnace systems work together to keep your home comfortable.
Read article

Understanding ENERGY STAR-certified heating & cooling systems

Find out how you can keep warm or cool, and comfortable with new high-efficiency ENERGY STAR qualified products.
Read article

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