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Everything You Need to Know About Water Softening Systems

Generally, we have what is called “hard water”. It is perfectly drinkable water but loaded with calcium (limestone) and magnesium, which are likely to create limescale and, therefore, get damaged by the accumulation of dirt in pipes and household appliances (washing machine, dishwasher, iron, steam cleaner, etc.). Apart from being unpleasant, water with a high […]

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The Benefits of Radiant Heating over Conventional Heating

You’ve probably heard about radiant heating, a relatively newer technology that delivers comfort via hydronic panels installed underneath the floor. There are many things to love about this home heating alternative. For one, it operates silently, in contrast to roaring forced-air systems or clicking baseboards. Another benefit, one that particularly appeals to allergy sufferers and […]

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What Are the Most Common Gas Boiler Problems?

A boiler can have problems with visible consequences (leaks, noise, smoke, etc.). The nature of these external signs can give you an idea of the origin of the dysfunction. However, with the complications involved, it is advised to ask for a specialist’s intervention to help solve your gas boiler problems. Here are some of the […]

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How Efficient Is a Gas Fireplace?

You cannot or do not want to install a wood or pellet stove, but you would still love to benefit from the comfort and warmth provided by a fireplace? A gas fireplace can be ideal for you. Let’s discover some of the strong points of installing a gas fireplace for your interior space! 1) Temperature […]

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How to Choose a Good Air Conditioning System

With so many different air conditioning systems on the market, choosing the right one for your home or business can quickly become a difficult task. This decision is even tougher when it comes to investing in a larger and high-quality air conditioning system rather than the low-end portable air conditioners. Here are some factors to […]

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The Ultimate Guide To HVAC Maintenance 

There is quite a bit of debate over when to call your local HVAC (Heat, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) professionals for service calls. You’ve probably heard that you should have your air conditioner serviced regularly or yearly. Well, we get it: when an HVAC company recommends maintenance for your air conditioner or heating system, it […]

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Blowing Hot and Cold – The Science Behind HVAC Units

As temperatures begin creeping up all around the country, summer’s swelter will mercifully be kept at bay by most people running their air conditioning. This technology has had a profoundly comforting impact on modern life, and most, if not all, American homes these days have some form of air conditioning. So how does a typical […]

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Facts About Air Conditioning and Heating Repair

There are many times we get confused as to why really repairing an air conditioner or just buy one for a better price. Well, as confusing as it might seem, there is a lot of points to consider and to find the best one is rather confusing but the solution is to carry a good […]

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How to Install Heated Floors?

If you have ever walked across a tile floor in the middle of the night in your bare feet, you know how extremely cold the floors can be. Many people install beautiful tile, then are forced to cover it with area rugs just to make it tolerable to walk on. However, you can install tile […]

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Insulating Your Floor with Heating Pads

Is a new under floor heating system in your home improvement plans? Now is as good a time as any to get it done, since the kids are now back to school after summer vacation. An under-floor system does not just make the floor nice and warm; it actually warms the entire room as well. […]