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Keeping your property in good condition is one of the most significant investments you will ever make. Regular maintenance on your home can prevent expensive repairs in the future and ensure your home remains safe and comfortable for you and your family. This article will discuss the most essential home maintenance tasks you should pay attention to and how to perform them.

Check Your HVAC System

Your HVAC system keeps your home comfortable year-round. Performing regular maintenance is crucial to ensure that your system is functioning efficiently. Start by changing your air filters every three months or more frequently if you have pets or allergies. Also, schedule a professional inspection of your HVAC system every year to identify potential…

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When it comes to the place we call home, safety should always be a top priority. After all, home is where the heart is, and keeping it safe and secure is essential for peace of mind. From unexpected power outages to natural disasters and medical emergencies, being prepared can make all the difference. In this guide, we'll explore the importance of home safety and the essential items you should have around the house to handle emergencies. So, let's dive in!

The Foundation of Home Safety: Knowledge and Awareness

Before we delve into the physical items, it's crucial to start with knowledge and awareness. Do you know the emergency exits in your home? Are you familiar with local emergency services and their contact numbers? These are fundamental…

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It’s hard to dispute how relaxing it is to curl up under a cozy blanket while cradling a hot beverage in front of a crackling fire on a cold evening. Fireplaces in Canadian lifestyle have undergone a shift in purpose over the years from staple heat source to optional design feature. If you’re thinking of installing one or updating or converting an older fireplace, there’s a lot to consider. Let’s explore the different types of fireplaces and the features, benefits and risks involved.

Wood-burning fireplaces

There’s nothing like the snap and crackle of a real wood fire—its welcoming rustic scent wafting through your home. While a traditional wood-burning fireplace has numerous parts, there are essentially three main components: fire box, flue…

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Fire safety in the home is essential throughout the year, though extra attention is encouraged during colder seasons as we fire up our heating systems and turn to candles to create warm atmospheres. There are simple, yet preventative, steps you can take to reduce the risk of fires in your home to keep you, your loved ones and your belongings safe.

This article will assess some of the key hazards in our homes we tend to overlook as well as the major, life-saving effect of working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.

Fire hazards in your home you may not realize

Some fire hazards are easily identifiable, including unattended cigarettes or fire-burning candles, but there are some less obvious dangers we often overlook. Be sure to add these…

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