How to pick right size Water Heater?

You’re in the market for a new tank water heater. You either want to replace the aging water heater currently in your home, or you’re moving in a new…

How to Extend the Life of Your Furnace

The last thing you want is to come home, on a cold winter night, to find your 15 year old furnace on its deathbed. It’s every Canadian’s nightmare,…

How to avoid common bathroom renovation mistakes

If you’re planning on updating your bathroom, or are currently undergoing a bathroom renovation, remember that achieving a great space isn’t just…

Cold basements: Is a lack of cold air ducting to blame?

The season has changed to fall, and in many corners of Canada the temperature is getting chilly in the evenings. As winter fast approaches (sigh),…

5 facts you need to know about heating your home

As Canadians, we rely on heating systems more than most nations in the world. But our need doesn’t necessarily translate into knowledge. If you’re…

Plumbing For Health, Safety, And Sustainability

We don’t often give a second thought to plumbing (except when something breaks), but it is actually one of the most important technologies for modern…

Common Older-home Plumbing Problems

There are a number of potential plumbing issues that are common in older homes. Certain materials and techniques that used to be par for the course…

Never Wash These 12 Things Down Your Drain

It’s so easy to just rinse whatever you please down the drain, but there are some things that will damage your pipes and bungle up your plumbing.…

Is Your Hot Water Tank Temperature Safe?

Many people are unsure of the correct temperature to set their hot water tank at and do not realize that the temperature of your hot water is an…