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Plumbing Replacement

A Homeowner’s Guide to B.C. Toilet Repair Costs

A Homeowner’s Guide to B.C. Toilet Repair Costs The moment your toilet stops flushing or begins to leak, your home com...

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Drain Cleaning

Drain Repair Costs in BC

A Guide to Drain Repair Costs for B.C Homeowners Summary of British Columbia Drain Repair Costs For minor drain repair...

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Hot Water System

How Much Does a Boiler Repair Cost in B.C?

The typical boiler repair costs in British Columbia range from $150 to $1,800, with most homeowners paying around $400...

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Hot Water System

Installing a Tankless Hot Water Heater -a Step-by-Step Guide

Tankless water heater installation may sound intimidating. But with the right tools, professional guidance from licens...

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Furnace Service

10 Reasons Your Furnace Isn’t Producing Enough Heat

10 Reasons Your Furnace Isn’t Producing Enough Heat As the cooler temperatures drift in this winter a properly f...

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Hot Water System

How Much Does Hot Water Tank Replacement Cost in Vancouver?

If you are planning a hot water tank replacement in Vancouver, here is what to expect. The latest data shows the avera...

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poly b pipes

Poly-B Pipe Replacement for Vancouver Homeowners

A Guide to Vancouver Poly-B Pipe Replacement Plumbers installed Poly-B (Polybutylene) pipes in homes across Canada and...

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air-conditioning

Essential Tips for Handling Emergency Air Conditioning Repairs

Facing an air conditioning (AC) breakdown during the scorching heat of the Vancouver summer can be a frustrating exper...

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air-conditioning

AC Won’t Turn On: Troubleshooting Steps

AC Won’t Turn On: Troubleshooting Steps During the late spring and early summer you depend o...

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Drain Cleaning

Sewer Line Repair and Camera Inspection Services in Vancouver and Lower Mainland

Vancouver, BC Sewer Line Repair and Replacement Services  Malfunctioning or blocked sewers can cause sewage to backup...

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Hot Water System

Why Is My Tankless Water Heater Leaking?

Why Is My Tankless Water Heater Leaking? A leaking tankless water heater can cause water damage and prevent you from a...

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Furnace Service

Why Is My Furnace Making Loud Noise?

Your furnace should not suddenly make a loud or strange noise. If it does it means something has changed. can narrow d...

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Furnace Service

Signs Your Furnace May Need Repair Before a Vancouver Winter

Your furnace may work fine all summer. Then the weather turns cold and you switch the heat on. That is when trouble ca...

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air-conditioning

Signs Your AC Isn’t Ready for Summer: A Metro Vancouver Homeowner’s Guide

The clearest signs your AC or heat pump isn’t ready for summer are: Many Metro Vancouver homes use heat pumps fo...

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Plumbing Replacement

Top 10 Plumbing Problems That Happen During Summer in Metro Vancouver

Summer may seem like the easy season for your plumbing. There is no freezing weather and pipes are not dealing with wi...

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Hot Water System

Summer Plumbing Maintenance Checklist for Metro Vancouver Homeowners

Most people only worry about their plumbing when winter arrives. But summer can cause problems too. Here’s what...

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Hot Water System

What Is Hydro Jetting and When Do You Need It? A Vancouver Plumber’s Honest Guide

Hydro jetting is a professional drain cleaning method that uses high pressure water to clean the inside of your pipes....

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Hot Water System

How Hot Weather Affects Underground Water Pipes in Canada: What Vancouver Homeowners Need to Know

Hot weather can damage water pipes under the ground, even though they are buried below the ground. Long periods of hea...

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air-conditioning

When Should You Call a Professional for AC Problems? A Vancouver Homeowner’s Guide

You should call a professional HVAC technician if your AC or heat pump is  These problems usually involve electri...

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air-conditioning

What Temperature Should You Set Your AC in Summer? A BC Homeowner’s Guide

For most Metro Vancouver homes, the ideal summer AC or heat pump temperature is between 22°C and 24°C when you’r...

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Leak Detection

How to Fix a Leaky Shower Head?A Step by Step Guide for Vancouver Homeowners

A leaky shower head is usually caused by a worn out washer or O-ring. It can also happen because of a broken valve car...

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