This Coming Years Fireplace Trends
The demand has significantly increased in the past few years, and the average HVAC contractor has been installing fireplaces now more than ever. Fireplaces are an ideal supplemental solution to enhancing your home’s comfort level by working in conjunction with the HVAC system. Even if you only use it a few times each season, it…
It’s That Time Of Year In Lethbridge For Heating Maintenance
This year in the Lethbridge, AB area, we’re expected to have a colder than normal winter throughout The Prairies Region, starting around the end of September. Since the time is only four or so weeks away and this will be the time of year we need to use our furnaces, it’s definitely time to think…
When Should You Install A New Air Conditioner?
You may think that you won’t know when you need an air conditioning replacement, but there are actually many ways to recognize that a new air conditioning installation is needed to cool your Lethbridge home effectively. Homeowners often know when their air conditioners are beyond repair because their HVAC systems won’t operate as well as…
3 Reasons To Get A Heating Tune Up Early This Fall
Now that summer is in the process of winding down, the transition to fall is getting closer and closer every single day, and that means that more and more homeowners are going to be switching off their air conditioning systems in the coming weeks and making the switch to their heating for the next couple…
Common Plumbing Issues To Be Wary Of
With summer just a few short weeks away, plumbing issues likely aren’t going to be the first thing that comes to your mind when thinking about the upcoming season, but you might be surprised to find out that there are a number of different plumbing issues that become a great deal more common during this…
3 Reasons To Tune Up Your AC System Before Summer
Warmer weather has finally arrived, and that means that your air conditioning system and going to be getting more and more regular use, if it isn’t already. Before your system goes into almost constant use, it is important to make sure that it is prepared for the task ahead of it. Turning on your air…
Tips On Avoiding Plumbing Repairs In Lethbridge
Plumbing clogs and leaks are never fun to deal with, but they seem to be an inevitable part of every household’s burden at some point in time. Most of the clogs take form in the traps of the pipes coming from sinks, commodes, showers, or bathtubs. They are usually not difficult to dislodge with a…
How To Cut Costs On Heating Repairs In Lethbridge
Winter is going full blast and so are our heating systems in Lethbridge. It can cost a great deal to heat our homes these days. If there are ways to cut costs on heating repairs, everyone should benefit from knowing them. My Service Company, a Lethbridge plumbing, and heating company, loves to share tips that…
Tips To Avoid Lethbridge Air Conditioning Repairs
Have A Seasonal Air Conditioning Tune-Up Done Before Turning It On We can get so busy with our lives that we tend to ignore our AC system until it breaks and causes us strife. But there’s really no sense in having to deal with breakdowns when they can be avoided. Tune-ups, timely repairs, and regular…
Heating & Air Tips For Property Managers & Investors
If you have homes you rent out, or you are responsible for managing them, there are things about the air conditioner and heater in the home that you will want to know. We’ve helped property owners and managers with rental home heating & a/c repairs over the years, so we thought we would give you…
Gear Up For Winter With Your Home’s Heater
Canadian winters are tough for any homeowner. Sub-zero temperatures, high winds, and mounting snow can cause your home’s heater to work overtime in order to provide comfort and safety for your family. So before the winter sets in, it’s important to make sure that heating system is working in excellent condition. Poorly operating HVAC equipment…
Top Tips for Hiring a Pincher Creek Plumbing Contractor
At more than one point in your experience as a Pincher Creek homeowner you are going to have to hire a Pincher Creek plumbing contractor to take care of a multitude of tasks. This is one of the aspects of your home that will often develop problems, need upgrading or require attention for some other…
Furnace Repairs – Repair vs. Replacement
For many homeowners, the task of taking care of furnace repairs often gets put off. It gets put on a to-do list and then forgotten. The problem is that neglecting to take care of these repairs could lead to the need for major repairs. In some cases it may even lead to the need for…
Reasons Not to Procrastinate Heating Repairs
Reasons Not to Procrastinate Heating Repairs Heating repairs often become one of those tasks added to a person’s to do list and continuously moved to another day. The problem is this can end up causing you much bigger problems as well as expenses. There are two main reasons you should never put off today what…
Small Plumbing Repairs in Lethbridge
It’s not fun to come home from work to leaks, drips and clogs. Sadly, sometimes it feels better to ‘just leave it’ than to pick up a phone and call a plumber. Plumbers have earned a reputation for being late, messy and carrying a “can’t be bothered” aura when it comes to small plumbing repairs….
Lethbridge Water Heaters
Some quick tips on water heater repairs and replacement: Pay attention to your water heater. When you walk by, stop to look and see if there is any evidence of leaks or corrosion. Detect early, avoid emergencies! If you hot water tank is 10 years old (or close) don’t spend any money fixing it. Tanks…
Furnace Replacement Lethbridge
Hello Lethbridge and Southern Alberta. Here are a few tips for those of you looking to replace your furnace this heating season: Sooner is better! If it’s in the plans, get it done. The energy savings alone make it worth it. Every month you wait is another wad of cash up the chimney. Check reviews…
Lethbridge Furnace Tune Ups
Most Lethbridge homeowners choose to have their furnace checked in the fall months, after the warm summer nights have passed and before the really cold ones settle in. This is a good strategy. And if you have a reputable, professional furnace company, they’ll call you so you don’t have to worry about it. A thorough…
Get a Pro for Alberta Furnace and Heating Repair
Thinking of upgrading or improving your furnace? Hiring a good Alberta home improvement contractor may prove to be a wise move. The least you’d want to happen is to let furnace neglect lead to dangerous occurrences. Few people realize that cracks in the heat exchanger of a furnace may lead to carbon monoxide release into…
Lethbridge Furnace Check ups
Many Lethbridge homeowners prepare for winter by getting their furnace checked every fall. Some feel it’s unnecessary. When you consider that your furnace houses the largest natural gas flame in your house, simply from a safety perspective, it’s really not something to overlook. More information on furnace check ups is in this video. My Service Company…
Sump Pumps
Flooded Basement About the same time as the rain starts pouring, the calls start flooding in from clients whose basements are turning into swimming pools overnight. With a simple check of your home’s flood protection sump pump you can prevent flooding. Here’s how: 1. Find the black plastic circular cover for your sump pump. It’s…
What You Need To Know About Lethbridge Fireplace Remodeling
If what you have in your home is an old fireplace, you might have considered doing some remodeling ventures. You can choose to do a Lethbridge fireplace remodel that requires changing the fireplace in it’s entirety, or there are other economical and simple ways to complete a fireplace remodel project. There are lots of unique options…
Lethbridge Plumbing Repairs
You wake up in the middle of the night annoyed by a dripping sound that you just cannot ignore no matter how much concentration and diversion one would ordinarily do to take away that from thought; or imagine a situation where you find out that the water in the toilet just does not stop going…
5 Things To Know Before Installing A Lethbridge Fireplace
Lethbridge Fireplaces have been a part of home construction for generations, an important part of the home in terms of both form and function. At one point in history, families needed to live with a fireplace because of the function that it provided. Today, most focus on the form of the Lethbridge fireplace and how the look…
What To Know Before Hiring A Lethbridge Gas Fitter
Lethbridge Gas fitting is a critical fitting that is also essential for all homes. It is a fitting that is a must for the requirements of fuel for our house and we just cannot live without it. In fact, the health and safety of members of your family is put to jeopardy if there is any…
Lethbridge Expert Plumber Services: More Than Just Plugging Leaks
There is more to what a Lethbridge professional plumber does than plugging leaks. Every responsible homeowner would know that a house’s plumbing system is composed of interrelated and interconnected components that all have to be properly installed, running efficiently, and maintained regularly. Unless the homeowner is himself a plumbing expert, all these tasks are best left…
Air Conditioner Service
We often need to explain to our Lethbridge Air Conditioning customers that getting your air conditioner checked is much like getting your oil changed on your car. If you do it regularly (annually in the case of AC) your car will last longer, stay in warranty and generally perform better. Yet, there are a lot…
Is Teflon Tape Useful In Lethbridge Plumbing Repairs?
One item that is found in every Lethbridge plumber‘s tool kit is Teflon tape. This tape can also be found in many homeowner repair kits. It is an inexpensive tape that is durable, long lasting, and looks like a ribbon. Also known as Plumber’s tape, Teflon tape is used to not only stop leaks in…
Lethbridge Air Conditioners
Air Conditioner Frequently Asked Questions: What brand of air conditioner should I buy? Brand is a consideration when buying an air conditioner, but more important than brand is what stands behind the label. A good brand name won’t allow just anyone to install their air conditioners. It will provide long warranties, with little fine print….
Crowsnest Pass Choosing the Best Gas Water Heater
Going with a gas water heater instead of an electric is a choice more and more Crowsnest homeowners are making now because of today’s rising fuel costs. It is estimated that using a gas unit costs the homeowner about half of what it would cost him to use an electric unit. But what is the best…
Lethbridge Plumber advice on New Toilets
When the old toilet in your home starts to cause problems, it can be a very annoying thing! A toilet that’s constantly running, for instance, is using water constantly as well as draining water constantly. That’s not good for anyone. Other toilet failure symptoms include: fills very slowly; have to double flush all the time;…
Lethbridge Plumbing Repairs
What do customers say about a good plumber? You might be surprised to find out!
Changing your Furnace Mid Winter
Changing your furnace mid winter can be a scary thought. Don’t worry, though, there are a few things you can do to get ready.
Blocked Vent Piping
If you have a high efficiency furnace or tankless water heater, chances are you have a vent pipe protruding from the side of your home that looks something like this. If so, be careful of the snow accumulation around this pipe. Not only does it discharge exhaust gases out of the furnace, but it also…
Lethbridge Tankless Water Heaters Benefits
Have you ever thought about getting a Lethbridge tankless water heater, based off a plumber’s recommendation? Tankless water heaters are definitely something you should be looking into. Tankless water heaters, sometimes known as instantaneous, continuous flow or inline are the perfect alternative to conventional tank heaters They heat liquids on demand or instantly rather than…
Lethbridge Furnace Repairs
The cold weather is on its way and for Lethbridge and Southern Alberta homes, that means your furnace is about to get a work out. If you’re furnace stops working this winter, there are a couple of very important things you can do yourself before calling out a furnace service technician. Check to see that…
When Should Have Your Lethbridge AC Repaired?
It is a good idea not to wait until your air conditioner totally breaks down before you have Lethbridge AC repair done. If you wait, you may end up having to replace the whole system, which could be very costly, and not covered by the warranty, because you neglected to take care of your unit…
The Benefits of a Tankless Water Heater in Your Lethbridge Home
Have you ever thought about getting a tankless water heater, based off a Lethbridge plumber’s recommendation? Tankless water heaters are definitely something you should be looking into. Lethbridge tankless water heaters, sometimes known as instantaneous, continuous flow or inline are the perfect alternative to conventional tank heaters. They heat liquids on demand or instantly rather…
Choosing a Furnace
There are many things to consider when replacing a furnace in your home. A few of the key factors to consider are as follows: The Product. When you choose a brand, you must consider their history, their warranties, and their ability to stand behind their claims. There are many brands to choose from. Be careful…
Laundry Room Renovations and Repairs
Want a main floor laundry in a brand new location? We can do that!
Why Tankless Water Heaters Make Sense
Lethbridge tankless water heaters are also known as instant water heaters. These units make sense for homeowners for several reasons. In vacation homes they can be very desirable.
Do You Have Clogged Pipes?
Part of remodel planning for any room in your Lethbridge home that has pipes and faucets is to determine whether you have clogged pipes that need to be cleaned or replaced
Lower your Electric Bill with Energy Saving Tips
The monthly costs of your electric bill isn’t getting cheaper but more expensive! How can you lower your monthly bill and save money? Learn how to save money every month on your bill.
Hot Water Heater Maintenance
Valuable tips that you can use to protect and save your water heater.
Green Air Conditioning
Air Conditioners run on refrigerants. Those refrigerants can damage the environment. Learn what to look for to be earth friendly with your air conditioner.
Low Flush Toilets
Some low flush toilets have developed a reputation for being “no flush” toilets. In this video blog, Terry explains what you need to know about low flush toilets to avoid trouble!
Self Test for Sump Pump
Today, April 14, is an unusual day. A ton of snow fell, and it’s wet and heavy. You probably already know that if you picked up your shovel this morning. All of that snow is going to melt and run down under your house. So your sump pump is about to take a beating. Since…
Tankless Water Heater Tip
Turn down the temperature! Seriously folks. You’re old tank style water heater was probably set at 140 Fahrenheit. That’s hot enough to scald yourself in no time! The reason it was set so high is so that you can increase hot water capacity. Crack the hot water open a little and add a bunch of…
Air Conditioners
Not to be confused with air-coolers. The primary job of your air conditioner, much to most people’s surprise, is NOT to cool! It’s to dehumidify. You see, when you dehumidify the air in your home, it holds less heat. The more humidity in the air, the more heat it will hold. Hence, a dehumidified home…
