July 26, 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…

July 25, 2025

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…

May 21, 2025

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

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…

March 10, 2025

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.…

February 19, 2025

Key Takeaways Today’s homeowners are looking for energy-efficient equipment options. Between washing dishes, clothes, cleaning the house and showering or bathing, Canadians use an average of 75 liters of hot water at home each day. It’s no wonder water heaters represent nearly 20% of total energy used in the average Canadian household1 and 60% of…

February 12, 2025

Key Takeaways Space heaters can be a handy tool to bring an extra bit of warmth into your home — even if your furnace is working. However, portable electric heaters can be dangerous if not handled appropriately. If you plan on using one to help make your bedroom or living room extra toasty in the…

February 7, 2025

Key Takeaways Water hardness is a key characteristic of water quality. While hard water has no serious health effects, soft water is easier on your pipes, appliances, clothes, skin and hair. For these reasons, if the water in your home is naturally hard, you’ll probably want to invest in a water softening solution. What Is…

January 22, 2025

This article explains the benefits of a water softener and will outline the difference between the types of water softener systems.