Plumbing
New and Improved Plumbing Accessories
When most people think of holiday gifts for their family, chances are they’re not considering…plumbing. But maybe it’s time to think again.
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Tips, tricks, and recommendations
Straight from the pipe pros. Explore helpful guides for your home comfort systems.
Heating
New Thermostats: Are they Worth the Investment?
When you are trying to save money around the house, a new thermostat is definitely worth looking into. Sure, your old thermostat works fine. But there are a lot
Plumbing
New Westminster Plumbing Guide: What to Do if a Pipe Bursts
If you live in a cold climate, you are more likely to have experienced the disaster of a frozen pipe bursting. There are other causes of burst pipes
Plumbing
New Westminster Plumbing Tip: Value of a Maintenance Agreement
Consider for a moment the cost of fixing a leaky pipe or a burst water main in your New Westminster home. Imagine how much money goes down the drain (so to
Heating
No Heat in the House? Things to Check and Do
In general, when your heating system stops working, you’ll need to call a professional to come out and take a look. However, before you do that
Air Conditioning
Equipment You Should Not Keep
When you move into an existing home, there are many pieces of equipment that you may not want to keep. Some of them are just old and poor quality
Heating
Common Furnace Problems
Usually, if a furnace is regularly maintained it should run smoothly. But like everything else, it’s subject to breakdown, either because it wasn’t well
Plumbing
Pipe Inspection Cameras
Many homeowners who call a plumber out to their home know that they have a leak, and often they know exactly where that leak is. Some water leaks cause profuse
Plumbing
Plumbing Is Going Green: Start with Simple Upgrades to Your Faucets and Showerheads
When people talk about “green building”, they’re typically referring to energy-efficient heating and cooling appliances, insulated walls and windows
Drainage
Plumbing Repair Guide: How to Plunge a Clogged Drain
It is almost inevitable that you will have to deal with a plugged drain somewhere in your home at some point. This drain may be in the bathtub, a sink or a
Plumbing
Plumbing Repair Question: Why Is My Toilet Dry and How Can I Fix It?
Under normal circumstances, after you flush your home’s toilet, the tank and bowl both fill back up with water, preparing it for the next use.
Heating
Possible Causes of Poor Heating Performance from Your Boiler
You don’t have to be a rocket scientist or a mechanical engineer to troubleshoot – and possibly diagnose – the problems with your boilerwhen its heating
HVAC
Preparing Your HVAC For Winter
In the dog days of summer, winter may seem like it will never be here. But, winter is closer than it may seem. Before you know it, you will be switching off you’
Heating
Pros and Cons of Various Heating Systems for Homes
When it comes time to install a new heating system in your home, there are a lot of options to consider. Many people get overwhelmed when confronted with all of
Plumbing
Quick Tips on Toilets
Quite simply, everyone needs to have a working toilet in their home. Of course, when we do, we tend to take it for granted. Most people really do not know much
Air Conditioning
Right Size AC Unit for My Room
When buying an air conditioner in Whonnock, there are a lot of things you need to take into account. One of the most important is the size and power of the unit
Air Conditioning
Save by Buying and at the Right Time
Every year, it’s recommended that you have an HVAC contractor visit your Slesse Park home and tune up your air conditioner. This visit will ensure the system is
Air Conditioning
Save Money in the Long Haul with AC Maintenance in Vancouver
Every year, it’s recommended that you have an HVAC contractor visit your Vancouver home and tune up your air conditioner. This visit will ensure the system is
Heating
Saving Money by Heating the Crawl Space
It has become popular belief that heating your crawl space actually costs the home owner more money. When you think about it, you are heating an area that no
Plumbing
Scald Free Showers and Bathtubs: Scald Prevention Methods
One of the worst things that can happen to you in a shower is when a sudden blast of scalding hot water strikes you unexpectedly. This is a problem for many
Air Conditioning
Sealing Your Home Can Bring Big Rewards
You use a lot of energy – and money! – keeping your house at a comfortable temperature. But if there are holes in the “envelope” or “shell” of your home
Drainage
Clogged Kitchen Sink? What Should You Do
Clogs are common in almost every household and place of business. Even if you take special care not to put anything that might cause a clog down the drain
Plumbing
Should I Rent or Buy Equipment?
We are going to take a break from HVAC and plumbing today to talk about another important part of home improvement: the equipment that you use.
Heating
Save Repairs by Cleaning Your Heating Coil
Just like any piece of equipment, your furnace needs some regular attention and maintenance to keep it running right. And one of the most important parts of the