Signs of Poor Attic Insulation (Canadian Cold-Climate Guide)
Many Canadian homeowners don’t realize how much heat — and money — can be lost through an under-insulated attic. In northern climates like Ontario, BC, and across the Prairies, poor insulation leads to cold drafts, ice dams, and higher ene…
How Much Does it Cost to Install an EV Charger at Home in Canada?
The cost of purchasing and installing an electric vehicle (EV) charger at home in Canada varies depending on several factors, including the type of charging station, the complexity of the installation, and your home’s electrical…
Can I Install an EV Charger at Home?
If you own an electric vehicle (EV), you may be wondering if you can install an EV Charger at home. Generally, the answer is yes, but it’s important to have the right setup and follow the proper procedures. In this post, we’ll pro…
ALL ABOUT FURNACE FILTERS: TYPE & COST
In order to keep your furnace working optimally during cold weather periods, you need to change or clean your filter regularly. With multiple options available, choosing the right filter can be challenging. Read on to get a better unders…
4 Reasons You Should Buy an Air Conditioner in Calgary & Edmonton
If you live in Calgary or Edmonton, it makes sense that you would primarily think about your heating options for the winter. Our climate is typically cold and unforgiving; therefore, heating is a necessity. But it is also essential to consi…
How Spray Foam Insulation Reduces Collective Carbon Footprint
There is no doubt that the world’s climate is changing. We see it in the increased temperatures across the globe as well as the growing number of severe weather events such as tornados, cyclones, hurricanes, and more. Fortunately, w…
How Is Your Indoor Air Quality?
Indoor air quality refers to the air in and around a building and the health and comfort of the occupants. With so many of us spending most of our time indoors (up to 90%, between school, home and office), IAQ (indoor air quality) has become a ma…
Tips for Buying a New Furnace for Your Historic Home
Historic homes are a beautiful investment. They are part of a town’s local history with architecture and designs that are antique and hard to find anywhere else. The financial benefits that often accompany the purchase of historic homes a…
4 Different Types of Home Insulation
Home insulation is one of those critical investments that you want to make carefully. High-quality insulation will help keep your home secure from the weather outside, helping to reduce your heating and cooling costs. On the other hand, i…
What We Look at When We Assess the Condition of Your AC
At first glance, it may look bleak: you know you’re going to need either an AC repair or a new air conditioner. But you’re no air conditioning expert, and you want to make an informed decision. When you reach out to the air conditioning experts…
Why is my Furnace Filter Black?
A black furnace filter is a red flag that something could be seriously wrong with your heating system. Normally, a dirty furnace filter looks grey, but if it’s jet-black, you may want to investigate a little further. The Cause While i…
Bryan Baeumler – There’s more than one way to insulate a house
Having less-than-ideal attic insulation is, essentially, another way of burning money. Chances are you know this, and have packed your uppermost level like a sardine can full of insulation. But that may still not be enough. Our 1 1/2-stor…
HOT OR COLD ROOMS? LACK OF AIR FLOW?
It’s that time of year when we really begin to feel very cold rooms in our house! Typically, many would think that the reason for why your child’s bedroom is so cold in the winter time is that “it’s above a gara…
Repair or Replace ?!
We always ask lots of questions from our customers or those who call in to determine what is the most economical solution for their specific inquiry. If a furnace is not a builder grade model and if it is less than 3 years, we recommend repairin…
