Tips & Troubleshooting

Ready For Guests?

Ready For House Guests? Simple repairs and home maintenance are often overlooked until we open our home to friends and family. Minor upgrades to your

What If My Pipes Freeze?

Are My Pipes Frozen? What Now? Worried that your pipes are frozen? Low pressure could be an indication. Read on to learn what to do

Preparing your home for Winter

Preparing your home for Winter: The Ultimate Fall Checklist Winter comes early in Calgary, Red Deer and Edmonton, and sometimes when we are least prepared.

When Should I Turn Off Outside Water?

When Should I Turn Off Outside Water? Turn off your outside water before the first freeze. If temperatures are nearing freezing, it is time to

Why Should My Furnace Heat Exchanger Be Checked?

Why Should My Furnace Heat Exchanger Be Checked? Your furnace is the hardest-working system in your home during our harsh Alberta winters. Most often, we

Managing Hard Water in your home and plumbing

How do I know if my home has hard water?

What should I do if I have hard water in my home? Hard water is water with high levels of dissolved minerals that can leave

Do I Need A Sump Pump?

Do I need a Sump Pump? Written by Cherelle Payne| Reviewed by Brham Trim| August 29 2025 Flooding in Canada has increased 300% since the

Clearing My Sewer: Do Chemical Root Killers Work?

Clearing My Sewer Do Chemical Root Killers Work? Sewer back-ups, clogs, and sewer problems are often the result of roots growing in the main sewer

Does Your Home Have Poly-B?

Does Your House Have Poly-B? plumbing & cost dangers of unknowingly having poly-b pipes Polybutylene, also known as Poly-B, was a common pipe material used

Permanent Christmas Lights Buying Guide

Canada’s Highest Quality Exterior LEDs The Permanent Christmas Lights Buying Guide If you are in the market for permanent Christmas lights for your home, read