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Monthly Archives: April 2016
Most Important Summer Plumbing Tips

After a long, cold winter, most Canadians cannot wait for summer to arrive.  It’s a time to take holidays with the family, go to the beach, play tennis and have countless barbecues.

All of this fun increases traffic in your home, which brings more toilet flushes, more laundry, and larger piles of dirty dishes.  In addition, most households will be taking the hose out to water the lawn and plants, and fill pools. It could also mean more showers in between all of these activities.

So let’s not forget about the plumbing pipes shall we.  One inconvenient plumbing problem can take the joy out the best summer day.  Here are some summer plumbing tips to keep the fun in your summer day!

Summertime means more dirty clothes. Make sure you check the washing machine hose for leaks, bulges or cracks. Remove the dryer lint on a regular basis. The… read full article
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Comparing Gas Absorption Heat Pump and Electric Heat Pump

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Before we start with the comparison, let us define what a heat pump is.  It’s a device or an equipment that transfers heat from a low-temperature fluid to another that has higher temperature.  It got its name from that ability – carrying heat to higher temperature level from a lower temperature, which inverts the natural process of heat flow since it usually starts from a higher temperature and goes to a lower temperature. This process can be related to a water pump that is positioned between 2 connected water basins placed at different elevation.  Naturally, water will flow to the lower part.  However, with the help of a pump, the water can be returned to the higher basin.

For every heat pump, there is a closed circuit which is where the refrigerant flows.  This refrigerant, according to pressure and temperature conditions, can take on a gaseous or liquid state.  What … read full article

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Types of Garage Heaters and How Much They Cost

Homeowners living in cold places, who likewise experience even colder winters, can benefit the most from garage heaters. It can save you from having frozen pipes and equipment, can provide warmth to cars over the night, and allow you to socialize or finish workshop tasks during the coldest months of the year.

Do you want to find out more about a garage heater installation? Read on and learn the essentials such as types and costs especially if you are planning on buying one for your garage.

Types of Garage Heaters

Electric – Electric garage heaters effectively converts electricity to provide warmth in your garage. A lot of gadgets come with a thermostat and gauges to assist you in easily establishing and regulating the temperature.

Installation: You can mount most electric garage heaters on top of a garage wall or the ceiling. Most of them have a detailed manual that will … read full article

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Essential HVAC Services HVAC Contractors Should Offer

Heating and cooling systemshvac services are prone to wear and tear over time and continued use. If you want to maximize its efficiency and extend its lifespan, regular HVAC maintenance such as changing of the filters and replacing worn parts can help you save money too. There are other essential HVAC services your contractor can do, so ask them what these HVAC services are that can be done to ensure your HVAC system will keep on heating cold winter nights and cool down scorching summer days for a long time.

If you fail to do these essential HVAC services in the maintenance of your system, it can lead to your system’s gradual deterioration, inefficiency, and high energy use.

Hire a professional HVAC contractor to conduct yearly pre-season inspections to make sure your HVAC system is ready for the challenge of working nonstop in maintaining home comfort. Homeowners should bear in mind … read full article

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