Where would we be without our hot water in Calgary? Some homes use hot water for central heating as well as typical domestic uses like showering, bathing, cooking, and washing clothes. So, both water heaters and boilers can [...]
Undetected water leaks can silently damage your home, inflate utility bills, and lead to serious mould or structural issues. In Calgary, where freezing temperatures often put added stress on plumbing systems, even a small leak can escalate quickly—especially if [...]
What is hard water? What is that white buildup you see inside the kettle, on the shower head or when water patches dry on kitchen or bathroom surfaces? It is dissolved minerals, which are present in large quantities [...]
A gas furnace’s heat exchanger is mainly responsible for heating the air so that it is safe and warm as it circulates through the ducts and vents to the rooms in your home. If problems occur with the [...]
Most Calgary homeowners are no strangers to the occasional winter plumbing problem when the temperatures start to plummet—but when the problem affects comfort and well-being around the home, a quick diagnosis and fix can make a world of [...]
When winter's chill sets in, a reliable heating system is essential. If your furnace is nearing the end of its life, replacing it can dramatically improve your home's comfort and energy efficiency. But with so many options available, where [...]
Many Alberta homes look to upgrade their hot water tanks to a tankless type when their conventional, tank-style heaters approach the end of life. New, tankless water heaters are generally more efficient than their predecessors—and offer several other advantages—especially [...]
What is hard water? Many plumbing problems in Calgary homes are caused by hard water buildup. The mineral-rich water we have in these parts can also cause other problems for homeowners – especially with washing clothes and sensitive skin. [...]
