Month: May 2019
The How-to's of a Heating System Part 3: Heat Pumps
May 15 2019
While the weather is warming up on P.E.I., Ductless Split (commonly called Mini-Split) heat pumps are a great investment for both the cold and hotter months ahead. Running on electricity, these devices are a great addition...
Hard water, a soft solution: How Mr. Plumber can help with water softening and testing
May 15 2019
Most groundwater, including well water on P.E.I., is considered hard. Water “hardness” causes the inability of water to form a soapy lather. It's caused by high concentrations of calcium and manganese. It can also cause scaling on hot water...
How safe is your home? What you need to know about radon and how we can help
May 09 2019
Every homeowner takes steps to ensure their home is as safe as possible. While some dangers are evident, others can go undetected. Radon, for example, is a radioactive gas that is found naturally in the environment....
Pump out the last nickel from your renovation budget with efficiencyPEI rebates
May 08 2019
We all want to stretch out budgets as much as possible and the Provincial Government of P.E.I. is there to help. efficiencyPEI offers programs and information for Islanders who want to reduce energy consumption. The rebates...
Summer Livin’: How to Re-open Your Cottage
May 01 2019
P.E.I. weather will warm up soon (we promise!). And when it does, it’ll be time for all of you cottage owners to get your home-away-from-home ready for another season. Here’s a checklist of some of things...