If your furnace keeps shutting off after a few minutes, you're dealing with what technicians call short cycling. It wastes energy, wears out parts, and leaves rooms uncomfortable. Common causes include a clogged air filter, a dirty flame sensor, blocked exhaust vents, or a thermostat placed near a heat source or draft. Sherwood Mechanical breaks down each cause, the simple fixes you can try at home, and the signs that mean your system needs professional attention before it fails completely in the middle of winter.

Not every roofing system survives an Alberta winter. This guide to new flat roofs in Edmonton compares the three most common commercial options: 2-ply SBS torch-on, TPO and EPDM rubber. Find out which system handles snow load, hail and extreme cold best, which one suits large warehouses, and why two-ply SBS is the most popular choice for Edmonton commercial buildings. Includes a simple comparison table covering typical lifespan, strengths and best uses, so you can choose the right roof for your building.

Missing or damaged shingles after a windstorm? The cost to fix roof shingles in Edmonton is about $250 to $650 for a handful, and $600 to $1,500 for a larger section of one to two squares. Silverline Roofing explains the hidden problems homeowners rarely hear about, like colour matching on faded roofs and brittle older shingles that crack during repair. Learn what a fair shingle repair quote should include before you book.

Not every covering counts as a thermal barrier for spray foam. In BC, commonly accepted options include ½-inch (12.7 mm) gypsum drywall, 11 mm plywood or OSB with supported joints, sheet metal, concrete or masonry, plaster, and specially tested coatings that meet CAN/ULC-S124 standards. What doesn't count? Paint, poly sheeting, house wrap, and fibreglass batts. Choosing the right spray foam thermal barrier material depends on the room, your budget, and how you plan to finish the space. Our guide includes a simple table to help you compare materials and avoid costly rework. Explore the guide: https://westerninsulation.ca/spray-foam-thermal-barrier-bc/

A single-stage furnace is the simplest and most affordable high-efficiency option. It fires at 100% every time it turns on, then shuts off once your home reaches the set temperature. That keeps upfront costs low and service simple, but it can cause noticeable hot and cold swings and louder start-ups. Find out whether a single-stage furnace is the right fit for your condo, townhome, bungalow or rental property in Calgary. The guide also covers when upgrading to two-stage makes more sense.

Whether spray foam is better than blown-in in a Langley BC home depends entirely on the application zone. For crawlspaces, rim joists, and basement walls in BC's damp climate, closed-cell spray foam is clearly the better choice — fibreglass absorbs moisture in these locations and fails over time. For standard attic floor upgrades where R-60 is the goal, blown-in fibreglass is more cost-effective at $1.50 to $3.00 per square foot versus spray foam's $2.50 to $5.00 per board foot — with no meaningful performance difference when air sealing is properly included. Western Insulation gives honest application-specific advice at westerninsulation.ca/spray-foam-insulation/

Cardigans make up one of the strongest categories within this men's sweaters collection at Bia Boro Menswear, ranging from bold pattern to quiet neutral. The Mohair Tiger Cardigan in Olive and the Estate Plaid Cardigan bring texture and personality, while the Knit Cardigan in White and the Relax Cardigan in Chocolate or Navy offer a cleaner, more versatile option. This men's sweaters selection makes it simple to find a cardigan that matches any personal style.