10 posts with this tag

Home Improvement

Fixing random crap - Maytag Washer

Not gonna lie, a complete title rip off from a friend, Craig MacKay. His YouTube channel, Fixing Random Crap with Craig. Just a few days ago our washer broke and initial checks on the internet showed most repairs cost $5-7 hundred when you take in account labor and parts. At

Adam Sooley

Upgrading My Home Network: Why I Chose TP-Link Omada

As someone who's always tinkering with tech and looking for ways to improve my home setup, I recently decided it was time to upgrade my home network. After some research and consideration, I landed on TP-Link's Omada system. Here's why I made the switch

Adam Sooley

The AIPER Cordless Robotic Pool Cleaner

Maintaining a pool can be a chore. Enter the AIPER Cordless Robotic Pool Cleaner—a game-changer in pool maintenance. Key Features 1. Cordless Design: Say goodbye to tangled cords and hello to hassle-free cleaning. The AIPER cleaner operates without any cords, making it easier to maneuver around your pool. 2.

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How to Install Enbrighten Eternity Lights: A Comprehensive Guide

Adding outdoor lighting is a fantastic way to enhance the ambiance of your outdoor space, and Enbrighten Enterny Lights offer a versatile and durable option for any setting. This blog post will provide a step-by-step guide to help you install your Enbrighten Eternity Lights with ease. After watching and reading

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Mouse traps, what's your best option?

Mice can be a nuisance in any home. Since we have been living in Greely (rural Ottawa, the country) mice have been a bigger issue than they were in the past. Not only are they unsightly and uninvited guests, but they can also cause damage to your property and spread

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Whitewash a brick fireplace wall

This weekend I decided to take on a personal project in our basement to lighten the room up a bit and to change the style. After watching many different episodes of different home improvement and remodeling shows on @HGTVCanada I noticed a neat effect that some designers were doing on

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Hydro Update

Over the past year or more I have been slowly making changes to our hydro usage trying desperately to reduce the kWh use and in turn reduce the monthly cost of our bill. I have made many different changes, investing heavily into upfront costs for a long term reduction. * Alarm

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LED's and the power to save - Part 2

Last October I replaced 38 #halogen pot lights in our new house with low wattage LED's and got quite a significant decrease in hydro usage (LED's and the power to save part one) but these 38 bulbs did not even account for 50% of the bulbs

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The smart home revolution

A few months back I purchased a home #security system for our house, but, it was much more than just a security system. It was a whole smart system with the regular security features. The system was purchased from Cannon Security and was installed to a tee with help along

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