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It's that time of year again - Change your furnace filter and clean your Heat Recovery Ventilator or Air Exchanger filters.
Most HRV units have cleaning instructions inside.
Remember to unplug the HRV before removing the front cover

Its that time of the year again. Change your furnace filter

Did you know that exhaust fans cause many home fires?

Exhaust fans are not only located in bathrooms, but you can also find them above the stovetop, laundry rooms, and attic spaces. These fans typically have a small 1 amp pull on the motor. However, when the motor stalls due to the build-up of lint and debris, the current can increase to about 10 amps, resulting in a fire. Over time, these exhaust fans become congested, creating more fuel for a fire.

A few ways to prevent this from happening are to:
⏲️ Install a timer (optimal run time is between 15-20 minutes)
🌬️ Maintain regular cleaning and inspection (every 6 months to one year)
👂🏽 Always keep an ear out for strange noises coming from the fan or the smell of smoke.

Inspection photos of the year

The home inspection - An inspector’s perspective | REM | Real Estate Magazine Today’s home inspection is a vital and necessary part of almost all residential real estate transactions in North America.

The Risks of Waiving a Home Inspection Are you going to save money by waving a home inspection? For first time buyers, it may seem like a home inspection is an unnecessary cost. However, experienced buyers will appreciate how important it is to have a home inspection.

Home Inspections are considered essential in the context of a real estate transaction, therefore I am still doing inspections as long as conditions are favorable in our area.
Don't forget the most important step when buying your new home
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Just a friendly reminder if you haven't done it already, to cover your A/C unit, and turn off the power during the winter to prevent any accidental start ups while adjusting the thermostat without your glasses on......ya, you know who you are ;)

Fall Maintenance: Heating season
As the season changes, homeowners have a few maintenance items that should be taken care of this time of year
HRV (Air Exchanger) filters and cabinet - Unplug power supply and clean as per instructions - also clean outdoor intake screen
All Furnaces - air filter - change
OIl Furnace - Have furnace serviced and inspected - Service oil filters, burner nozzle, check for leakage on tank and oil lines
Wood Stove - Clean the chimney, inspect fire box for creosote buildup and broken fire brick - inspect door gasket for wear

Baseboard Heaters - remove debris near heaters, move furniture or combustibles away from heaters
Hot Water Heat - Bleed air from radiators - oil fired boilers should be serviced by a technician
Close off any holes in skirting, garages, or foundation walls - mice and squirrels look for indoor homes this time of year