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15 Easy Ways to Save Energy at Home

Homeowners are often looking for ways to save money and the environment, and one way to do this is by cutting down on unnecessary energy use. By updating or changing the way you use your home appliances, you can increase your home’s efficiency, protect the environment and save on your annual utility bills without compromising…

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How to Install a Window Air Conditioner in 7 Steps

Key Takeaways We all know how scorching hot Canadian summers can be — and how the heat can make it uncomfortable in our homes. If your living space isn’t set up for central AC, a window air conditioning unit is an effective alternative to stay cool. And while installing a window air conditioner by yourself…

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How to Choose a Central Air Conditioner for Your Home in 4 Steps

Key Takeaways Buying a new central air conditioner is a complicated decision for homeowners, especially if you’ve never shopped for HVAC equipment before. If you make the right choice, you’re rewarded with a comfortable home, potentially lower energy bills and a cooling system that won’t break down prematurely. If you make the wrong choice, you…

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How Do I Know What Size Air Conditioner I Need for My House?

Key Takeaways When buying a new air conditioning system, it must be an appropriate size to handle your cooling needs. But how do you determine the right size of AC unit you need to efficiently cool your home? How To Estimate Air Conditioner Size in Tons First, let’s look at how air conditioner sizes are…

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What to Consider When Replacing Your AC Unit

Key Takeaways During a scorching-hot Canadian summer, you probably don’t think twice about the comfort your air conditioner brings to your home — until something goes wrong. And when that happens, the question becomes: can my AC be repaired, or does it need to be completely replaced? This brief guide looks at why AC units typically…

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10 AC and Cooling Tips to Lower Your Electricity Consumption in 2025

Key Takeaways Popsicles, pools and ice-cold drinks may relieve the scorching summer heat, but staying truly comfortable takes air conditioning. The challenge is to keep your living space cool without causing your electricity consumption to skyrocket. Our top 10 cooling tips will help you make your home into a soothing summertime oasis while keeping your…

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Heat Pump vs. Air Conditioner: What’s Best for Your Home?

Key Takeaways If you’re looking to keep your home cool and comfortable during the summer, you have two main options: a central air conditioner or a heat pump system. But how are these two systems different? Which one is the right choice for your home? This guide will help you understand the advantages and disadvantages…

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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…

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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…

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How to Test for Hard Water

Key Takeaways If you’re seeing spots on your dishes when you pull them out of the dishwasher or your soap doesn’t lather properly, there’s a good chance you have hard water in your home. Sometimes, the signs of hard water will be obvious: you’ll see the telltale scaly white build-up in your sinks and appliances.…