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How to Reset an Electric Hot Water Tank in Two...
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Picture this. It’s a subzero Monday morning. You’ve hit the snooze button six times—and if it weren’t for your spouse threatening to suffocate you in your sleep, you would’ve hit it a seventh time. Instead, you sigh deeply, toss back the covers, and scurry to the bathroom. You turn on the shower, wait for the glorious … Continued
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How to Avoid Frozen Pipes This Winter
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Ten thousand dollars. That’s the average insurance claim related to “water damage and freezing,” according to the Insurance Information Institute. Each year, one in 50 homeowners will file such a claim—and we’re guessing that you, like all Calgary plumbing customers, would rather not be that “lucky” one. In fact, you’d rather not endure the hassle of any sort of insurance claim, … Continued
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Electrical Troubleshooting Guide
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1. Do I Need an Electrician?2. Knob & Tube Wiring3. Signs of Faulty Switches and Outlets4. Warning Signs of Faulty Wiring5. Smoke Detectors6. Carbon Monoxide Detectors7. Electrical Problems – Flickering Lights8. Which Switch Is Which? Do I Need an Electrician? Many of us love do-it-yourself (DIY) projects. We can save some money and we feel … Continued
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An Accurate Guide to Sewer Back Up Troubleshooting
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1. How Does a Main Line Work?2. Why do Sewer Backup?3. What to Check When Your Main Line Backs Up4. Preventative Maintenance That Could Save You Thousands5. What Can a Plumber Do? Picture this lovely situation. You invited all your friends over for a Vegas themed casino game night at your house. Everyone is having … Continued
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Homeowners’ Go-To Guide on Sewer Pipes
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1. Orangeburg Sewer Pipes2. Cast Iron Sewer Pipes3. Clay Sewer Pipes4. Concrete Sewer Pipes5. PVC & ABS Sewer Pipes6. Types of Sewer Piping: The Bottom Line Do you know what type of sewer piping your home has? If you’re like most homeowners, you only think about your sewer pipes when something goes wrong—like when you … Continued
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10 Expert Ways to Take Care of Pipes and Drains
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Of all our modern conveniences, indoor plumbing might be the one we most take for granted. Although we use our sinks and sewer system multiple times a day, they simply don’t require a ton of attention. And because plumbing lasts for decades, it’s rarely top of mind. When it is, it’s because there’s a problem: the … Continued
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12 Common Furnace Problems (and How to Fix Them)
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“Is it chilly in here, or is just me?” If that’s the question that brought you to this post, we’d like to say this first: That stinks. No one needs a quitter furnace in the dead of winter, and we’re so sorry it’s happened to you. And now for the good news: Many furnace issues can be resolved simply, quickly, … Continued
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Humidity Control in the Bathroom
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Hello all, Kyle here from Clearview Plumbing and Heating in Calgary! It gets steamy in my bathroom and not in that way (usually). There is always someone who has a really hot shower at least once and that makes the whole bathroom billow steam. Multiply even a few moderately warm showers by a couple people … Continued
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How To Save Money This Summer From Your Water Consumption?
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Summer is coming, and you know what that means: a chill in the air, a sprinkle here and there, and a higher water bill. We’ve all been there: You take one look at your bill and think, “How did I end up with such a huge water bill?” But don’t worry -we’ve got some easy … Continued
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Save Up To $500 On Drain Water Heat Recovery (DWHR)
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Turn The Waste Heat Going Down The Drain Into Valuable Energy Savings! Drain Water Heat Recovery (DWHR) devices are silent, maintenance-free energy savers that capture heat otherwise destined for the sewer, and transfer it to cold water coming into your hot water heating device. This results in less energy being required to heat your water to … Continued
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The Various Types of Home Heating Systems to Consider
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Given that there are many types of heating options for households, here are some options you can consider: Furnaces function by pulling air into the ductwork. The air is heated there and then released back into the room. Coal, electricity, wood, or even gas can be used as fuel for heating in traditional furnaces. An … Continued
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Properties of an Effective Drainage System
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If your plumbing system is doing its job properly, it should dispose of liquid waste promptly and hygienically. Every fixture, including a wall-mounted tap, should have drainage facilities to prevent the accumulation of wastewater and spillage. Waste should be removed quickly from each fixture by a system of drainpipes that will prevent any further human … Continued
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