The climate here in southern Ontario can create prime conditions for freezing pipes—leading to costly, inconvenient damage to your home's plumbing system. Make sure your home is as ready as possible for colder weather, in order to avoid freezing pipes.

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The cold weather has arrived in Barrie and Simcoe County, and chances are your wallet is starting to feel the pinch. Upgrading to a high-efficiency furnace is one of the best ways to lower your monthly energy costs, but this isn't an option for every homeowner. However, there are plenty of energy-saving tips you can use, even if you're on a tight budget.

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Your home’s “heating load” measures the amount of heat required to keep you comfortable. As a homeowner, you can do a number of things to reduce your home's heating load, taking stress off your furnace, heat pump or other equipment and lowering your energy costs.

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Your HVAC system needs regular maintenance to keep it working safely and efficiently. When you skip annual maintenance, you risk unnecessary wear and tear caused by burned-out parts or other problems -- or even a breakdown of your heating system when you need in most.

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You've probably heard about the importance of changing your air filters. But have you ever learned exactly why it’s so important? Your air filters play a big role in the health of your home, the efficiency of your equipment, and the numbers on your energy bills. If there’s only one aspect of HVAC maintenance you can keep up with between service visits, it should be replacing your filters.

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