Ace Plumbing and Heating Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Chestermere’

Black Friday Special. Get Up to $400 Off Water Softeners & Tankless Water Heaters

Monday, November 18th, 2024
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Is your home ready for the Holiday Season? Score big this Black Friday with Ace Plumbing and Heating!

Let’s face it, between getting ready for the holidays and our bone chilling winters, the last thing any of us need is plumbing troubles. That’s why we’re rolling out our biggest deal of the year, eh?

Jack, the Professor of Plumbing has done it again. He has come up with a Black Friday deal that will warm and soften your skin this winter. You have just got to read this!

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Rememberance Day. A Grateful Tribute To Our Veterans Ultimate Sacrifice

Saturday, November 9th, 2024
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As General Manager of Ace Plumbing in Calgary, Rememberance Day holds a special place in my heart and in the hearts of our entire team. Having served as a Commanding Officer for RCSCC Undaunted Sea Cadets, I understand firsthand the dedication, commitment, and sacrifice our veterans and active service members make to safeguard our freedoms and values.

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Winterizing AC Units is Important. Read This For Best Results

Monday, November 4th, 2024

Winterizing AC Units. A Down-to-Earth Guide for Canadian Homeowners.

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Look, I’ll be honest-I learned about winterizing AC units the hard way. But after watching my neighbour fork out $3,000 for repairs last spring (ouch!), I started to research on how to properly protect these expensive appliances from our brutal Canadian winters. And now I’m sharing everything I have learned about winterizing your AC unit, plus tips from Ace Plumbing and Heating who’s been installing and fixing HVAC systems across Calgary for over 35 years.

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The Spooky Secrets Of Little Insidious Ghosts In Your Furnace.

Monday, October 21st, 2024
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Ghosts in Your Furnace?

Picture this. It’s 3 AM, and you’re suddenly wide awake. Was that a ghost in your furnace? Before you grab your phone to speed-dial your local ghost exterminator, let me let you in on a little secret. That mysterious noise might just be your furnace crying out for attention. Here’s something that’ll blow your mind! Believe it or not, 75% of those spooky house sounds people report in winter aren’t supernatural at all. They’re just furnaces throwing their version of a temper tantrum! Let’s break down these ghostly activities and turn your ghost story into a fixable furnace tale.

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The Gas Garage Heater and The Best Way How to Save Money

Monday, October 7th, 2024
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Installed by Ace Plumbing & Heating

Here’s the thing – no one likes walking into a freezing cold garage on a winter morning. You know the drill: shivering as you rush to your car, watching your breath fog up in the air, and crossing your fingers that your car actually starts. But what if I told you that installing a gas garage heater isn’t about comfort? It could actually save you some serious cash in the long run.

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Furnace Filter Options & How to Make the Right Choice.

Monday, September 23rd, 2024
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Hey there, fellow homeowners! Have you been standing in the hardware store aisle, scratching your head trying to figure out which furnace filter to choose? Or you might be curled up on your couch with laptop in hand, researching the world of home maintenance? But either way, you’ve come to the right place. Now, let’s try and make sense of different furnace filters and why each one is unique.

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The Best Fall Plumbing Checklist for Your Home.

Monday, September 9th, 2024
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How to Make a Fall Plumbing Checklist.

It’s that time of year again to start thinking about preparing your home for the colder months ahead. As the leaves start to change and there’s a chill in the air, one of the most important and often overlooked areas to focus on is to winterproof your plumbing. Preparing in the fall for the winter now, can save you from the headaches of frozen pipes, water damage, and expensive emergency repairs later. Now, let’s start by putting together a fall plumbing checklist to keep your home’s plumbing system trouble free all winter long.

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A Better Fix To A Poly-B Nightmare

Monday, August 26th, 2024
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A Story of a Poly-B Nightmare

One bright Saturday morning, the Johnson family discovered a problem. Sarah cooked breakfast when she noticed water gathering near the kitchen baseboards. She first thought the dishwasher caused it, but she soon realized the issue was more serious. Their house constructed in the mid 80s still had the original Poly-B piping system.

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How To Drain The Hair Monster

Monday, August 12th, 2024
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What Is A Hair Monster?

Have you ever stepped into the shower, only to find yourself ankle-deep in murky water? Or worse, watched in horror as your bathroom sink refuses to drain, leaving you with a grimy pool of toothpaste-flecked water? If so, you’ve likely encountered the Hair Monster lurking in your drains. But this tangled terror isn’t just a nuisance, it’s a plumbing predator that can lead to costly repairs and unpleasant odors. Keep reading to see how the hair monster ruined a day in Pauline’s life and how Ace Plumbing was able to help Pauline with her plumbing emergency.

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How to Spot Water Leaks Lurking Behind Your Walls

Monday, July 29th, 2024
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Hey there! You know, the other day I was chatting with a neighbor over coffee, and we got into this whole conversation about water leaks. It’s one of those things you don’t really think about until it happens to you, and then it’s a nightmare. So, I thought it might be helpful to share some tips on how to spot water leaks lurking behind your walls before they turn into a big problem.

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