As temperatures begin to drop, and white flakes begin to fall from the sky, an important task you don’t want to overlook is booking a furnace inspection. While it’s tempting to wait until it’s freezing cold to ensure your heating is working effectively, there are several reasons why you shouldn’t. Scheduling maintenance ahead of time can help save you money, prevent emergencies, and keep your house warm and cozy all winter long.
Read MoreA furnace that wastes energy doesn’t just increase your utility bills, but it also wears out faster and provides uneven comfort. Plus, the last thing you want is your hard-earned money going to waste! In today’s blog, let’s discuss five signs that your furnace might be using more energy than it should, and how to fix them before winter hits the Prairies in full force.
Read MoreWinter can be harsh on plumbing, especially on the prairies! When spring arrives, hidden leaks may start appearing, which can lead to water damage, mold, and higher water bills (and we know nobody wants any of these). The good news is that detecting leaks early can save you money and help prevent expensive repairs. So, today, let’s discuss some helpful steps to finding and fixing leaks after winter.
Read MoreOne of the most noticeable benefits of adding a humidification system to your home is the immediate boost to your comfort. Dry air can leave your skin feeling tight, cracked, and itchy. A humidifier helps restore moisture to the air, which keeps your skin hydrated and feeling healthy.
Read MoreDuring the winter months, as we rely more on heating systems and other fuel-burning appliances, it’s crucial to be aware of the risks of carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning. This odorless, tasteless gas is potentially deadly, making it essential for homes to have functioning carbon monoxide detectors. In today’s blog, we want to address common concerns about CO detectors and provide important information to help you stay safe.
Read MoreWinter on the prairies is tough on people, and it’s also tough on our plumbing systems! Being prepared is essential to help avoid costly damage. Today, let’s chat about some of our top tips for handling plumbing issues during a winter storm, ensuring your home stays warm and dry.
Read MoreLast week, we discussed some tips on how to prepare the outside of your home for winter. We would be remiss if we left out the other important part, the inside of your home. So, today let’s talk about getting the space where you spend most of the winter months ready for the incoming weather!
Read MoreBefore the temperatures on the prairies reach well below the freezing mark, it is important to tackle your to-do list. Today, let’s talk about getting the outside of your home ready for the arrival of winter.
Read MoreIt’s about to get very cold again in Saskatoon. And even though modern insulation and plumbing makes frozen pipes rarer, it does still happen, especially in older homes. So, what DO you do when your pipes freeze?
Read MoreDuring the busy holiday season, there is a lot going on in your home. Family members are coming and going, the kitchen gets busier, and often, more people are in your space. All this activity can put extra stress on your HVAC system. Now that the holiday season is behind us, it’s a great time to do some HVAC post-holiday maintenance.
Read MoreYou live in the prairies, and it is very much winter, which means that the air is already dry and cold. When you turn on your furnace to heat the air, that heat removes even more of the moisture from the air, making an already dry situation worse. Adding a humidification system to your house offers so many benefits – some of them may even surprise you.
Read MoreSummer is officially over. We may get a few more nice days, but if you have an above ground outdoor pool, it’s time to consider packing it in for the year. Make yourself one last margarita and then get to work winterizing your pool with these easy steps.
Read MoreWhen you get out of bed on a cold, dark, early morning, and everything is cold, all you want is a nice shower to help you start your day. But what happens when your shower doesn’t give you the warm, comforting relief you are looking for? What if it trickles out, or has no hot water? Here are some things to troubleshoot if your shower has no pressure or hot water.
Read MoreThe leaves are almost gone, and the days are getting shorter – winter is almost upon us. Our furnaces have been kicking in for a while now, but if something terrible happened to yours, it wouldn’t be devasting…yet. However, when we start to drop well into the minuses, we depend on our furnaces more. You don’t want to find out yours needs a repair after it has quit working during a cold snap! While we are firm believers in regular maintenance checkups as the best prevention for furnace failure, here are some signs that your furnace might require a repair.
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