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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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Why You Should Treat Your Water with Reverse Osmosis

When you have impurities you want to remove from your home’s water, reverse osmosis is one of the most effective ways to do it. Water treated with reverse osmosis is crystal clear, tastes great, and is ideal for drinking, cooking and cleaning. What Is Reverse Osmosis? Reverse osmosis is a type of water filtration that…

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How to Prepare Your Home for Extreme Weather: Heatwaves and Cold Snaps

Living in Canada has always meant hot summers and cold winters. But as our climate changes, extreme weather is becoming more common, including cold snaps and heatwaves that can have a big impact on you and your family. Here are some tips to help you prepare your home for not only the typical annual temperature…

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Renovating a Kitchen: Tips and Considerations

The kitchen is often considered the “heart” of a home. But if your kitchen is cramped, dark, not very functional or just not to your taste, it can be hard to truly feel at home in it. Sometimes a quick fix is all you need, such as painting the cabinets or upgrading the appliances. In…

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Electrical Safety Tips for Decorating Your Home for the Holidays

The holiday season should be bright and festive, but all those lights and decorations you put up to make things merry can represent extra fire hazards in and around your home. Fortunately, there are a few simple holiday safety tips you can take to minimize your risk — and keep you and your family safe.…

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Smart HVAC Systems Deliver Peace of Mind Between Annual Inspections

Regular maintenance and inspections are important in many aspects of your life. Think of your car’s scheduled tune-ups. Your annual physical. Or your twice-a-year visits to the dentist.  It’s the same for your home comfort systems. Your furnaces and air conditioners are some of the most complicated and expensive pieces of equipment in your home,…

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Is it Time to Replace Your Home Thermostat? Pros and Cons for 5 Types of Thermostats

With electricity rates increasing, homeowners are starting to pay closer attention to their energy use. It’s important to know how effectively your thermostat help you save energy because it acts as the control panel for your HVAC unit. To help you better understand what kind of thermostat you need, let’s take a look at five…

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Avoid costly damage caused by water

Most people have either experienced water damage in their home or know someone who has. Water damage is responsible for 23% of homeowner’s property losses annually.  The longer a leak goes undetected the more damage it can do and the more costly it can become – upwards of $20,000 for a repair. Most homeowners insurance…

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Stay Clear of Power Lines

Downed power lines are very dangerous. Read these tips to avoid injury. If you see a downed power line. Remember these simple but important tips: 1. Keep your distance Never touch it with your hand or any other object, under any circumstance. Stay at least 15 yards away from a downed power line or other…

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DIY Plumbing Tips Every Homeowner Should Know

Plumbing can be intimidating, especially for newer homeowners. You may feel like you have no idea where to start when it comes to maintaining your plumbing system, and you might even be afraid to tinker with any of the parts. While it’s best to leave major plumbing projects to a professional, there are steps you…