Trouble with Your Outside Faucets?
With the temperatures warming up, outside faucets are a must have, they are super handy. They help gardening projects become easier (who wants to run in and out of the house to get water to water their flowers!?) Outside faucets help the whole family escape from the summer heat by allowing you to be able […]
Continue ReadingWhat you need to know about cleaning your drains!
How frequently should you have your drains cleaned? – Drain cleaning should be an essential part of your home maintenance. How often you do so depend on various factors such as how frequently you use your drains and how many people live in your home. You should consider calling a professional plumber to drain clean […]
Continue ReadingWhat May Cause Your Furnace to Stop Working?
With summer slowly coming to an end and fall approaching us, it will soon be that time of year to prepare for the cold winter months ahead. Nobody wants to be stuck with a furnace not working during the times when they need it the most! A malfunctioning furnace may be caused by a number […]
Continue ReadingWater Heater vs. Boilers
What is a water heater? – A water heater is an appliance that heats water, specifically to provide you with hot water. Water heaters can come in all shapes and sizes, but the two main varieties that are the most popular right now are the tank water heater and the tankless water heaters. – The […]
Continue ReadingPreparing for a new baby? Don’t forget to prepare your home plumbing before the baby arrives!
Congratulations! You are expecting a precious little baby! There are a number of tasks involved with prepping for a baby, don’t forget to prep your home plumbing as well. Below are a few things we may forget to do: Water Leak Inspection – Not all water leaks are in the form of visible puddles of […]
Continue ReadingPlumbing: Some things to think about when going on vacation
With things opening up again, many people are planning a much-needed vacation away from home. When you leave your home for a long period of time, it’s very important to make a few adjustments and double check the plumbing in your home. Doing so, will help you avoid returning home to a plumbing disaster! Some […]
Continue ReadingHVAC Service – Myths & Facts!
Myth – You only need to change your filters once a year.Fact – Not only is this a myth, but it is also a big mistake. You should be changing your filters every 30 days while you are using your HVAC system. Changing your filters often will keep your system more efficient. Myth – Having […]
Continue Reading5 Common AC Problems
Refrigerant LeakYour AC may be running poorly, costing you more, and making strange noises which would all be a sign that your unit is leaking refrigerant. This requires the help of a professional HVAC technician to detect and stop the leak. Clogged Air FilterYour air filter typically needs to be changed out every 1-2 months, […]
Continue ReadingWhat to expect during a drain cleaning service?
For more of the simple unclogging work, you can expect a professional plumber to clean your drains by using a motorized drain auger (often called a “drain snake”), typically this will take care of almost any size obstruction within a drainpipe. Often, a drain cleaning starts with using a drain auger to remove the basic […]
Continue ReadingThe Benefits of a HVAC and/or Plumbing Preventive Maintenance Contract with True North Mechanical
True North Mechanical offers preventive maintenance contracts for heating, cooling, ventilation, refrigeration and plumbing for all commercial and industrial customers in Fort McMurray and surrounding areas. In addition, we also provide maintenance contracts and services to all oil sands companies. Below are four benefits of having a maintenance contract: 1. Quicker Service – By having […]
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