by Magnified | Sep 4, 2012 | General Information
If your family gets drinking water from a private well, do you know if your water is safe to drink? What health risks could you and your family face? Approximately 15% of Canadians rely on their own private drinking water supplies. Unlike public drinking water systems...
by Magnified | Aug 26, 2012 | General Information, Uncategorized
A septic system receives, treats and disposes of unwanted wastewater and solids from a building’s plumbing system. Solids are partially broken down into sludge within a septic tank and are separated from effluent (water) and scum (fat, oil and grease). Effluent...
by Magnified | Jul 21, 2012 | General Information
Sump pumps are self-activating electrical pumps that protect homes from moisture intrusion. They are usually installed below basement or crawlspace floors to remove rising groundwater and surface runoff before it has a chance to seep into the home. Accumulated water...
by Magnified | Jun 28, 2012 | General Information
“According to the Insurance Bureau of Canada, a home with an exterior oil tank older than 15 years or an interior tank older than 20 years will NOT be insured” The Technical Standards & Safety Authority has mandated that all heating fuel suppliers must...
