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Why the GeneralAire Humidifier is Best Suited for Calgary Conditions

Why the GeneralAire Humidifier is Best Suited for Calgary Conditions

Posted on17. Mar, 2011 by .

Source: Westcan4u.com There is an old saying that goes, ”One old friend is better then two new ones.” As an owner of a furnace company and as a general consumer, I came to realize that this saying also applies to some quality old products that have proven themselves time and time again. Usually, these products may not have the [...]

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How to Maintain Your Furnace

How to Maintain Your Furnace

Posted on10. Mar, 2011 by .

Source: Howstuffworks.com Furnace Maintenance Heating systems are usually trouble-free and easy to maintain. Efficient operation is a function of good regular maintenance. No matter what type of furnace you have, there are several things you can do to keep your heating system in top condition. In this article, we will tell you how to service [...]

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How to Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

How to Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

Posted on05. Mar, 2011 by .

Every winter, several families have near-death experiences with carbon monoxide. Sometimes people don’t survive exposure to this poisonous gas in their home. Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless gas that is difficult to detect, but proper precautions and education can help you avoid being exposed. 1. Know where carbon monoxide is being produced in your [...]

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How-To Evaluate Carbon Monoxide (CO) Poisoning Symptoms?

How-To Evaluate Carbon Monoxide (CO) Poisoning Symptoms?

Posted on05. Mar, 2011 by .

What are carbon monoxide poisoning symptoms? Carbon monoxide poisoning symptoms from one time exposure (acute CO poisoning) can range from not feeling any symptoms at all to feeling major symptoms (but not knowing what’s causing them) to death in minutes. These symptoms depend on the level of CO in the air, how long it is [...]

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10.	How Does Humidity Levels Affect Air Quality?

10. How Does Humidity Levels Affect Air Quality?

Posted on02. Mar, 2011 by .

Source: Westcan4u.com When cold, dry air enters your home and is warmed to room temperature, the humidity in the average house can drop to as little as 5%. Compare that to the average 25% humidity of the Sahara Desert and you can understand why the air inside your home can seriously affect your health and [...]

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How Dirty Air Ducts Contribute to Indoor Air Pollution

How Dirty Air Ducts Contribute to Indoor Air Pollution

Posted on26. Feb, 2011 by .

Most people have become concerned about the increase in air pollution. We often associate air pollution with the outdoors, but indoor air pollution has become a growing health concern. The air quality in our homes and offices can have an affect on our health. Polluted indoor air can cause a host of problems such as [...]

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8 Quick Tips for Fireplace Safety this Holiday Season

8 Quick Tips for Fireplace Safety this Holiday Season

Posted on13. Dec, 2010 by .

May we suggest NOT setting Santa on fire this holiday season? As we all know, Santa gets to your home through the fireplace chimney to stuff your stockings and deliver the gifts that you asked for. He takes a quick milk’ n-cookies break before climbing back up and instructing his reindeer to the next house. [...]

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All-Natural Carpet Deodorizer

All-Natural Carpet Deodorizer

Posted on13. Dec, 2010 by .

During the holiday season, many of us enjoy entertaining our friends & family from the comforts of our homes. A big part of holiday preparation is a big house cleaning before and after the party. Our carpets are often acts as a sponge for all the smells that are introduced throughout your home by a [...]

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A “First Class” Attitude

A “First Class” Attitude

Posted on10. Dec, 2010 by .

First Class Attitude I just got back from a vacation to Costa Rica with my daughter. This time, we got lucky and were able to get a business class tickets for almost the same price as the economy…and let me tell you – we were spoiled! It was like walking a red carpet. Our flight was [...]

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Be On The Safe Side This Season: Top 10 Tips for Safer Holidays

Be On The Safe Side This Season: Top 10 Tips for Safer Holidays

Posted on10. Dec, 2010 by .

Source: Safety at Home With the hustle and bustle of the holidays, it seems that there’s never enough time to get everything done. It’s important, though, to make sure that safety doesn’t get left off the list: during the holiday season, fires cause a 34% greater dollar loss1 and holiday decorating injuries send more than [...]

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