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What is a Heat Pump Air Conditioner?

It’s no secret that summer temperatures are on the rise in BC. After experiencing the forest fires and heat waves over the past couple of years, you might be preparing for another scorching summer by installing an air conditioner. Before you do – have you considered cooling your home with a heat pump?    A

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Top 5 Spring Home Maintenance Tips

As the seasons change, so do the conditions in and around your home. In the Lower Mainland, springtime comes with mild temperatures, rainfall, and signs of new life all around.   It’s the perfect time to take care of any necessary spring maintenance on your home. Assess any winter damage, take care of repairs, and

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5 Causes of a Broken Sewer Line

All the pipes, drains, and plumbing fixtures in your home connect to the biggest and most essential piece of your plumbing system – the main sewer line. It’s therefore worth your while to keep this fundamental component of your system intact and working well.   Read on to find out what causes a sewer line

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The Top 5 Reasons Not to Use Drano

When you have a clogged drain, Drano can seem like a quick and easy solution. Although it’s tempting to simply follow the directions on the bottle and let the chemical compounds clear your pipes, you may end up doing more harm than good. Liquid plumbing solutions often come with high risk for you, your home,

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How to Winterize your Home and Protect your Pipes

The cold winter months can take a toll on your home’s water system. Sub-zero temperatures can lead to frozen pipes, which not only inhibits your water supply, but can lead to thousands of dollars in damages if the pipes burst. Luckily, there are steps you can take to winterize your home and dodge disaster this

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The Different Types of Furnace Filters

What are the Different Types of Furnace Filters? A clean and well-functioning furnace filter is essential for purifying the air inside your home. Keeping the filter clean and changing it regularly supports your heating system to work efficiently, while keeping your lungs healthy and your energy costs low! How often you need to change your

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How a Furnace Works

As we settle into the colder part of winter, having a proficient and reliable heating system will be essential for the next few months. If there’s ever an issue with your home heating system, understanding how it works will put you one step ahead in finding a solution. Use this guide to get familiar with

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Understanding Sump Pumps and Flood Prevention

With record rainfall and intense weather systems descending on British Columbia this month, water drainage and flood prevention are top of mind. Many Vancouver residences are suffering from inadequate drainage and basement flooding. So, in anticipation of more intense weather systems to come this winter, it’s well worth your time to get educated and install

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Furnace FAQ’s: Frequently Asked Questions about Furnaces & Home Heating Systems

Have you found yourself turning up the dial on your thermostat because winter is on its way? It’s the perfect time of year to ensure all the components of your heating system are intact and working well. We’ve compiled a list of some of the most common questions we receive about furnaces to help you

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What is an Upflow versus a Downflow Furnace?

When you’re choosing the best type of furnace or heating system for your home, there’s a lot to consider. Size, fuel type, and energy efficiency are all important factors. Often overlooked is the consideration of whether to use an upflow or downflow furnace. The choice that’s best for you will depend on the climate you

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