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I live in Canada, and of course everyone knows Canada is a country that's cold enough to kill you for a good part of...Continue Reading
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Updated on August 12th, 2021
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Updated on August 12th, 2021
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Q&A OF THE WEEK: Insulating a 1950s Brick Bungalow
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Q: What’s the best way to insulate the double-brick walls of my small bungalow built in 1952 There’s just...Continue Reading
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Updated on August 12th, 2021
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Updated on May 14th, 2019
Q: What type of new furnace should I get My existing oil furnace has a problem and I’m getting an oil smell in the...Continue Reading
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Updated on August 12th, 2021
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VAPOUR BARRIERS: How They Work & Why They Matter
Updated on August 12th, 2021
Most homes are insulated with some kind of fibre-based insulation such as fibreglass or rock wool, but for these...Continue Reading
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Updated on August 12th, 2021
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Updated on August 12th, 2021
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Updated on August 12th, 2021
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