Repair or Replace: A/C Whether to repair or replace your AC unit depends on various factors, such as the age of the unit, the extent of damage or wear and tear, and the cost of repair versus replacement. A professional HVAC technician can evaluate your unit and provide a recommendation. Here are 7 factors to…
Keep Your Pets Safe During Renovations The last thing anyone wants — pet owners and contractors alike — are animals on-site that are unsafe, unhappy or feeling threatened during a renovation or remodel in their home. Home repairs also come with many items our furry friends may not be used to and may be curious…
February Home Maintenance February’s harsh weather can be a great time to indulge in some creature comforts like making big batches of soup, reading a good book by the fire or watching some movies. It’s also a good time to tackle some indoor home maintenance and cleaning tasks. Our checklist this month includes some items…
How to Choose A Bathroom Fan You may love taking long luxurious showers that transform your bathroom into a spa retreat. But did you know that the steam and humidity that come along with those showers could be wreaking havoc on your air quality? Unless, of course, you’re using a bathroom fan. Bathroom fans are…
Repair or Replace: Furnace With the unpredictable weather we’ve had recently, your furnace has had quite the workout. Now that you’ve had a chance to put it’s through its paces, you’ve probably noticed if your furnace hasn’t been working as well as it has in the past. If so, it may be time for a…
January Home Maintenance Winter can be extremely harsh to the health of your home. Dropping temperatures and high winds can stress both the interior and exterior, adding a number of projects to your to-do list. During these frigid days, it can be easy to find ourselves dreaming of more tepid climates. In the meantime, while…
December Home Maintenance As the holidays approach, remember that there’s more to hospitality than cooking and decorating. You’ll also want to make sure your home is functional for your guests and any holiday activities, which may mean tackling that long-ignored to-do list. If you’re not sure where to start, here are 8 projects to help…
Furnace Maintenance Tips Owning a home is a huge responsibility – and certainly not a cheap one. That’s why it’s so important to get the most out of every appliance and system in your home. Homeowner maintenance is crucial in ensuring this happens. Here are a few of our favourite tips for keeping your home’s…
Fall Lawn Aeration Now that it’s fall, it’s time to start thinking about prepping your lawn for the harsh Canadian winters. Fall fertilization benefits your turf, and just like fertilization, aerating your lawn in the fall has its benefits as well. Aeration doesn’t only help your lawn in the spring; it also benefits it in…
