DIY & Troubleshooting

November 20, 2025

DIY HVAC Inspection Tips for Homeowners

Key Takeaways Regular HVAC maintenance isn’t just about keeping your home comfortable — it’s about improving efficiency, providing peace of mind by avoiding unexpected breakdowns and extending the lifespan of one of your home’s important systems. In this post, you’ll learn why preventive care matters, how to tackle five essential DIY maintenance tasks, when to call in a pro and get answers to the most common HVAC questions.  Five essential DIY HVAC maintenance tasks 1.…

October 20, 2025

Clogged Drains: Symptoms and Solutions 

Key Takeaways Typical reasons drains get clogged and how to troubleshoot 1. Clogged drainpipes Causes: Over time, soap scum mixes with hair, skin flakes and mineral deposits to create a sticky film on the pipe walls. That buildup gradually narrows the opening, slows drainage and eventually catches larger debris until water backs up.  Troubleshooting:  Remove…

September 16, 2025

How to Troubleshoot a Furnace: 7 Steps to Finding a Solution

Key Takeaways During cold winter temperatures, a well-running furnace is essential to maintaining comfort in your home. Regular maintenance on your HVAC system helps ensure optimal performance on the coldest days when you need it most.  Unfortunately, unexpected furnace problems can arise. If you’re having trouble with your heating system, review the following steps suggested…

September 16, 2025

The Essential Fall Home Maintenance Checklist

Key Takeaways As the vibrant colours of autumn begin to fill the trees and cooler temperatures settle in, it’s the perfect time to prepare your home for the colder months ahead. Fall home maintenance not only helps protect your property from seasonal wear and tear but also ensures your heating system is ready to keep…

August 10, 2025

10 Easy Ways to Troubleshoot Common Central AC Problems

Key Takeaways There are few things more frustrating than your air conditioning unit not working at the peak of summer heat. Without a functioning AC unit, your home becomes uncomfortable and your energy bills can spike. If your unit isn’t keeping you cool, try these 10 troubleshooting tips to get it back up and running…

May 21, 2025

10 Tips to Remove Allergens From Your Home

Key Takeaways If you or someone in your household is experiencing a runny or stuffy nose, a scratchy throat, or itchy, watery eyes and you’re not sure why, it could be because of environmental allergens in your home. If you can determine what your allergy triggers are, you will know where to focus your efforts…

May 15, 2025

Summer Home Care Tips

Key Takeaways As winter’s chill gives way to our peak heat season, homeowners face the crucial task of transitioning their properties to face weather changes and warmer temperatures. After a particularly snowy winter, and a fairly wet spring, it’s important to know how to maintain your property to stop or prevent potential water damage, leaks…

October 3, 2024

Simple Tips to Winterize Your House’s Pipes

During cold winter months, freezing temperatures and harsh weather conditions can wreak havoc on your pipes and plumbing system. Avoid costly repairs and inconvenience by following our basic plumbing winterization steps. Basic Steps to Winterize House Plumbing 1. Insulate Exposed Pipes The first step in winterizing your plumbing is to protect your pipes from the…

June 14, 2024

The Complete Home Inspection Checklist for First-Time Home Buyers

A home is probably the biggest, most valuable purchase you’ll ever make. So you want to be sure any house is in good condition before you seal the deal. A home inspection can either help confirm you’re making a wise investment or expose issues that might make you reconsider your decision to buy. This checklist…