September Plumbing Checklist
Even though leaves are starting to fall, these warm temperatures have us feeling more summer vibes than autumn ones. However, as the month creeps on, it’s important to remember that cooler temperatures are inevitable (sorry!). Fall is the perfect time to ensure your home’s plumbing system is in tip top condition and prepared for the prairie winter. So, today, we want to offer some items to add to your checklist to help keep you ahead of the cold weather and save your hard-earned cash by avoiding potential issues.
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Common DIY Plumbing Mistakes to Avoid
Plumbing might seem like a good place to save a little money. However, without the right knowledge and tools, even minor mistakes can lead to further damage or expensive emergency repairs. Today, let’s discuss some common mistakes, and why they should be avoided.
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Cleaning Tips for a Fresh and Sparkling Bathroom
Your bathroom is a busy spot in your home! From showers to brushing your teeth and washing your face, it’s the room we use most often to keep ourselves fresh and clean. Therefore, it’s important to ensure your bathroom stays the same. Today, let’s chat about some daily and weekly cleaning tips to help ensure your bathroom stays sparkling from top to bottom.
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Tips to Resolve a Smelly Shower Drain
Nothing puts a damper on your shower than an unpleasant odour seeping up from your drain. Your shower works hard to keep you clean, so it’s important to ensure you take care of it as well! A smelly shower drain may be caused by a buildup of hair, soap scum, bacteria, or possibly other issues. Today, let’s chat about some practical tips to help eliminate odours and when it’s time to call a professional.
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Reduce the Strain on Your AC this Summer
Running your AC constantly can take a toll not just on the system itself, but also on your energy bills and the environment. These five strategies will help you get more efficiency and longevity from your cooling system.
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Summer Plumbing Tips
With summer in full swing, you're probably focused on enjoying the season rather than thinking about your plumbing. However, over these next months, it plays an essential role in your home. So, today, we’ve rounded up some helpful ways to beat the heat, conserve water, and save some of your cold hard cash this summer
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Getting Your AC Ready for Summer
Since your AC has been sitting idle through the winter, now is the perfect time to make sure everything is running smoothly. A bit of maintenance can go a long way toward keeping your system efficient, reliable, and capable of delivering cool air when you need, and want, it most.
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Dryer Maintenance Tips
Maintaining your dryer is just as important as your washing machine when it comes to safety, efficiency, and lifespan. A well-maintained dryer reduces the risk of fire, dries clothes faster, and uses less energy. So, today, we want to offer some helpful ways to keep your dryer running as smoothly and efficiently as possible.
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Stop! Don’t Put that in the Dishwasher
Dishwashers are one of the most amazing modern appliances in existence. Yes, it can feel like yours always needs emptying, but the alternative, washing everything by hand, is far worse. Unfortunately, however, not everything goes in the dishwasher! So, to ensure your dishes, and your dishwasher, remain unscathed here are a few items that should not be put through a wash cycle.
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What to Do if Your Toilet is About to Overflow
It’s one of those panic-inducing moments! You flush the toilet, but instead of everything going down, the water starts rising... and rising. Before it spills over the edge, don’t panic. Acting quickly and calmly can prevent a mess and possible water damage. So, here are some helpful steps to follow if your toilet is about to overflow.
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Spring Maintenance for Your HVAC System
Springtime is the perfect time to get your HVAC system checked to ensure everything is running smoothly and ready to put in the work when needed. So, today, let’s chat about why spring maintenance for your HVAC system is key.
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Don’t Forget Your Drains this Spring!
Spring officially arrived this week! This is the perfect time to refresh your home, and that includes your plumbing. Your drains work hard, and collect grease, soap scum, hair, and debris, which can lead to slow drainage and unpleasant smells. However, a little spring cleaning for your drains can go a long way. Today, let’s chat about some ways you can help keep them running smoothly all year long.
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How to Detect and Fix Leaks After Winter
Winter 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.
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Tips to Avoid a Sump Pump Disaster
If your pump seems to be working overtime, there are several possible reasons why. Understanding these causes can help prevent unnecessary wear on your pump and avoid potential water damage
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The Benefits of a Humidification System
One 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.
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Tips for Maintaining Your Washing Machine
A washing machine is one of the most essential appliances in any household. You rely on it to keep your clothes clean and fresh, more than you likely even realize! The last thing you want to experience is not being able to do your laundry, or have your machine stop working mid wash. Proper maintenance can prolong its lifespan, improve its efficiency, and prevent expensive repairs. So, today, let’s chat about some ways you can keep your washing machine running smoothly for years to come.
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The Critical Role of Carbon Monoxide Detectors
During 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.
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Winter Tips for Your Hot Water Tank
Nobody likes a cold shower, especially during the winter months! There’s nothing more unpleasant than expecting a nice hot shower or bath to enjoy, only to be greeted with a freezing cold stream from the tap. To help ensure your hot water tank runs efficiently and is well-prepared for winter, we want to offer some of our tips
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Plumbing Tips for Winter Storms
Winter 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.
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Items that Shouldn’t Go in the Dishwasher
Dishwashers are one of the most amazing modern appliances in existence. Yes, it can feel like you are always emptying yours, but the alternative, washing everything by hand, is far worse. However, not everything goes in the dishwasher. To ensure your dishwasher is well maintained, and runs smoothly, let’s discuss some items that you want to avoid loading into your well-loved appliance!
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