A furnace blowing cold air is one of the most common heating complaints in Alberta winters. Often the fix is simple: the thermostat fan may be set to "ON" instead of "AUTO", or a dirty filter may be making the furnace overheat and shut off the burners. In other cases, a flame sensor or ignition problem is the cause. Sherwood Mechanical explains each possible cause in plain language, what you can safely check yourself, and when cold air means it's time to book a furnace repair.

What actually happens during a new flat roof installation in Edmonton? This step-by-step breakdown walks you through all 8 stages of the process: roof assessment and design, structural and snow load review, permits and scheduling, deck preparation, vapour retarder, tapered insulation, membrane installation, and final flashings and warranty registration. Each step is explained in plain language, so building owners and property managers know what to expect and which questions to ask their roofing contractor. A must-read before your next roofing project.

A small roof leak can turn into a big bill if you wait. In Edmonton, roof leak repair cost usually falls between $350 and $1,000, and up to $2,500 if water has already soaked the decking or insulation. This guide explains the most common leak sources on Edmonton homes, including cracked pipe boots, failed chimney flashing, ice dams and hail-bruised shingles, and shows why finding the real source matters more than a quick patch.

It's one of the most common questions homeowners ask: does spray foam need a thermal barrier? In British Columbia, the answer is usually yes. Spray polyurethane foam is a plastic, and even with fire retardants it can burn and release thick smoke. That's why BC code requires a spray foam thermal barrier in most occupied areas, including basements, garages, and finished rooms. Attics and crawlspaces can be more nuanced depending on the product and how the space is used. Western Insulation breaks down the rules in plain language so you can plan your project with confidence. Learn more: https://westerninsulation.ca/spray-foam-thermal-barrier-bc/

A two-stage furnace runs on a low setting most of the time and only switches to full power on Calgary's coldest days. Most of our long heating season isn't −30°C, so you get steadier temperatures, quieter operation, less on-off cycling and better air filtration. Our new guide explains why a two-stage furnace is the sweet spot for most Calgary family homes, especially two-storey houses with uneven upstairs rooms. It also shows how two-stage compares to single-stage and modulating options.

Closed-cell spray foam delivers R-6 to R-7 per inch — more than twice the thermal resistance of standard fibreglass batts in the same thickness. It is completely impermeable to moisture, bonds directly to every surface it contacts, and acts as both insulation and vapour barrier simultaneously. In Langley BC's persistently damp climate, these properties make it the only consistently reliable insulation solution for crawlspace walls, rim joists, basement foundation walls, and cathedral ceiling assemblies. Western Insulation installs closed-cell spray foam on every North Shore and Fraser Valley project. Full application guide at westerninsulation.ca/spray-foam-insulation/

This men's sweaters collection at Bia Boro Menswear brings together cardigans, crew necks and roll necks in one place, making it easy to shop by silhouette rather than searching piece by piece. Standouts include the Relaxed Knit Cardigan in Oatmeal, the Merino Wool Roll Neck in Navy and the Berg Crew Neck in Teak. For men building a versatile autumn and winter wardrobe, this men's sweaters range offers genuine variety across texture, colour and formality.