Category Archives: Advise
Find our posts offering advise on various HVAC and Plumbing topics
Door-to-Door Salespeople
We often get calls about pushy or fishy door-to-door sales people. Whether they are promising HUGE rebates, or insisting your venting needs upgraded, they aren’t always being completely honest with you. As a consumer, you have very specific rights as laid out in the Ontario Consumer Protection Act (learn more here). It may sound great […]
Continue readingDon’t Get Burned
Once the weather starts to cool off and the nights get darker, a fireplace (whether gas or wood burning) can make the atmosphere for an evening or boost a gloomy day. Since these heating appliances are a part of your living space, and not tucked into a mechanical room, there are some risks when using […]
Continue readingWinter Storm Checklist
This winter, when a storm hits, be prepared to stay warm. Here are some tips on how to keep your home or office warm through a cold snap or snow storm. Remember if you have to go outside during a snow storm, make sure it is safe to do so, and make sure someone will […]
Continue readingThe Silent Killer
Carbon monoxide got a lot of press near the end of 2014 and start of 2015. It is mandatory in our area to have a CO detector in any home/multi-unit residence/apartment that has a fuel burning appliance or attached garage. Why is it so important? Well, carbon monoxide is odourless, colourless and tasteless – meaning […]
Continue readingBrr! It is cold in here.
When your furnace won’t kick in and the temperature is dropping, it can be frustrating when a technician comes out and finds a breaker is tripped or your thermostat is set incorrectly. Here are some tips to help prevent a potentially unnecessary service call. 1 – Check your thermostat. – Do the batteries need replaced? […]
Continue readingBe Winter Ready
This fall, it seems like we keep getting teased with bits of winter. Eventually it will be here. Here are some tips on getting your home ready for heating season and improve your home’s energy efficiency. • Clean gutters to prevent blockages or build up that could cause damage this winter • Seal any visible […]
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