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Home Remodeling During COVID-19 – What You Need to Know

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COVID-19's turned the entire world upside down – and while many of us are now spending more time at home, it's tempted homeowners across the US to finish up their DIY projects, clear out the cobwebs, and turn the house they own into the home they love. If you're considering doing a remodel during COVID-19,…

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The Ultimate Plumbing Checklist for the Holidays

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With the holidays only just around the corner, it’s about time we all started checking up on our plumbing works. It’s important to keep an eye on your plumbing all year, but when the holidays are approaching and the frosty weather is beginning to creep in, it’s more important than ever. You don’t want a…

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How to Protect Your HVAC System During a Home Renovation

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Home renovations can be incredibly exciting and fun – but they also create quite a lot of mess. Protecting your HVAC system during a home renovation is incredibly important. The last thing you need after surviving a home renovation is another thing on your to-do list. Renovations can be quite expensive, so damaging your HVAC…

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6 Tips to Get Your Furnace Ready for Winter

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The cold is starting to creep in once again, and not even a pumpkin spiced latte will fight away the chill. It’s that time of year again where you’re starting to think about switching on the heating – turning on your furnace after months of neglect and pumping sweet, warm air around your home. But,…

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How to Prevent Mold in HVAC Systems

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Having mold in your home can cause many issues for both you and your property. Not only is it unsightly, but mold can also have a serious impact on your health and the health of your family. If you have excess moisture in your HVAC system, both mold and mildew can grow inside your HVAC…

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What's the Difference Between a Boiler and a Furnace?

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Whether you’re looking to upgrade your existing heating system or you’re building a new home, you’re going to want to choose the right heating system for your family’s needs. Make an informed decision by knowing the difference between boilers and furnaces. If you're unsure of what system to have in your home and want to…

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Tips for Expanding Your Shower

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We spend a lot of time in our bathrooms, keeping fresh, getting clean, and relaxing. So, it’s only natural that we want things to look nice and stylish – and feel comfortable and welcoming. You can’t beat enjoying a nice long shower after a hard day’s work! With so many hours spent in our bathrooms,…

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7 Home Renovations That Add Value to Your Home

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Home renovations don’t just make your home more enjoyable to live in, but they also increase your home's value – just in case you want to sell in the future. Investing in your home now with a few renovations could help you secure a future sale with a buyer (and for a higher price). There…

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What Temperature Should a Hot Water Heater Be Set At?

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How hot should hot water be? There isn’t really a universal temperature for ‘hot water’ so how do you know what temperature is appropriate for your hot water heater? There’s a suggested temperature for hot water heaters, but a lot of other factors can influence what temperature is appropriate for your heater. Depending on your…

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Do Bath Bombs Clog Drains?

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Nothing beats treating yourself to a relaxing, soothing bath after a long, hard day… and when it comes to running a luxurious bath, you can’t go wrong with bath bombs. Incredibly popular, millions of bath bombs are sold every year, and there’s plenty of choices when it comes to size, aromas, and special ingredients. It’s…