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What Happens if I Do Electrical Work Without a License?
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Spoiler Alert: A Lot of Really Bad Things We love a good DIY project. They’re so satisfying, aren’t they? Fixing something with your own two hands? Confidence-boosting. Making custom upgrades to your space? Comfort-enhancing. Saving a pretty penny? Wallet-approved! Of course, that’s assuming everything goes well. But be honest: How many DIY projects have you started—and never finished? Or started … Continued
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What Generator Size Is Perfect For My Home
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You’ve just purchased a home, and you’re excited to start living there. You’ve unpacked your things, put up some pictures, and settled in. But now you have one more thing to do: figure out what size generator will work best for your house. If you’re planning to power your home with a generator, then you’re … Continued
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Why Does My Circuit Breaker Keep Tripping?
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Here’s a familiar scenario: You’re getting some housework done on a Saturday afternoon. You’ve got the TV going in one room, speakers in the other, all the lights are on, and you plug in your super-powered vacuum. Then? Click. The power goes out, and you’re left wondering what in the world just happened. What probably just … Continued
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How To Use a Generator Safely
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Several cities across the country are already experiencing snowfall. With dropping temperatures, reports of snow, and the winter months quickly approaching, it’s time to talk generators. Generators are a great, short-term solution to any power outage. Thunder-, ice-, and snowstorms are no match for a good generator that can keep you and your family warm … Continued
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How to Find a Bad Bulb on Christmas Tree Lights
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Detangling your Christmas tree lights is the second worst thing about the holiday season. The first-place winner? When you’ve gone through all that hassle, undone all the knots and kinks, and you plug in your beautiful lights to find them totally dead. Hours of work for nothing. Plus, you then have to brave the cold weather, crowded stores, … Continued
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ClearView Services Nominated for the 2019 Top Choice Awards
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We’ve been Nominated for the 2019 Top Choice Awards! It’s awards season once again, and we are thrilled to announce that we have been nominated for a 2019 Top Choice Award in the category of Top Plumbing Company! Thank You For Nominating Us Nominations closed on October 1, 2018, and we would like to say … Continued
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How To Hydro Jet Your Clogged Drains
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If you’ve ever been in a situation where your toilet was clogged, and you didn’t know how to unclog it, then you know how stressful it can be. Hydro jetting is a common solution for clearing blocked drains. This can be done manually or with an electric machine that does the job for you—and both … Continued
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What’s the Difference Between a Water Heater, Furnace, and Boiler?
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OK, let’s be honest: No homeowner loves making calls to home service companies. If you’re on the phone with an HVAC guy, for example, there’s a good chance it’s because something’s not working the way it should (or at all)… which means you have to “deal with” getting it fixed. And by “deal with,” we … Continued
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Understanding the Causes Behind a Warm Electrical Outlet
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Have you ever noticed when you plug in an electronic device the electrical outlet feels warm? The electrical outlet is the source that provides electricity to all those electrical devices you depend on whether it is an electric mixer in the kitchen, your laptop, or your phone charger. Since you’ve got so many electrical devices … Continued
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Running Wires Through Your Walls? Read This First
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Many homeowners are gung-ho about their DIY projects. If this sounds like you, you might decide to handle more and more work on your own. When it comes to electrical work, caution is always important. If you are running wires through your walls, read this first to make the job safer and easier. 1. Use the … Continued
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15 Ways To Lower Energy Costs
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According to Energy Star, the average household spends just over $2000 a year on energy costs. Here, we offer 15 ways to lower energy costs in your household. 1. Check and Replace Seals Seals are used throughout your home to save energy. When seals become old, energy is wasted as warm and/or cold air escapes. … Continued
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Why the Thaw Might Not End Your Plumbing Problems
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The days are getting longer, and the temperatures are slowly warming—and although winter isn’t officially over for a few weeks, we’re already looking forward to more sunshine and less “blah.” We’re guessing you feel the same way—especially if you’re one of the unlucky Calgary plumbing customers who got to experience the “joy” of frozen pipes … Continued
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