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Common Furnace Problems
Common Furnace Problems:
1. Dirty filter
2. Lack of maintenance
3. The unit doesn’t heat/work
4. Improperly sized unit
5. Improper installation
6. Thermostat problems
7. Dirty flame sensor
8. Pilot problems
9. Fan motor
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Happy Holidays from On Time Group
The On Time Group wanted to take a moment to wish all of our customers a Happy Holiday season. 2022 was a landmark year for Manitoba. Closer to home, there was much to celebrate for On Time Group as our business has grown thanks in large part to you, Winnipeg.
Happy Holidays Winnipeg
Each one of us here at On Time Group would like to wish you and your families a safe happy holiday season, and a prosperous New Year.During the holiday season we are still available with 24/7 service for all of your electric, plumbing and heating emergency needs. Connect with us by calling 204-774-1474.Follow us on Facebook and Twitter where we will share home improvement tips and coupons to save...
Remove Your Sump Pump Hose Now!
How many of you forgot to detach your sump pump hose? The discharge hose is essential for your Winnipeg home. When your sump pump drains, as you have probably seen on occasion, water shoots out either into your yard or into a back lane. This of course means that you need the hose to be operational, otherwise the litres of water being sent out from your house is just going to stay close to your...
What Does “Minimal Damage” Mean?
If you’ve got an older Winnipeg home that needs some electrical work, you might be scared of an unknown electrician breaking holes in your walls, ripping up your floors, or sawing through your baseboards to install updated electrical wiring.One of the most difficult tasks to undertake neatly is replacement of old knob and tube wiring or aluminum wiring in a structure. Your concerns are warrant...
On Time is On Call Labour Day Monday
Well Winnipeg, the last long weekend of summer is upon us and we at On Time Group would like to take this opportunity to thank our customers for your support over the summer season.Winnipeg's cottage country lovers will say we didn't truly get a summer yet there were certainly some days that the air conditioner was blowing loudly and proudly (well, loudly if it's an older model that may need repla...
Knob and Tube Wiring Can Cause an Insurance Headache
Knob and tube wiring was a type of electrical wiring commonly used in residential and commercial construction in Winnipeg prior to the 1940s. Knob and tube wiring can greatly affect your home insurance situation when buying a new home.The problem with knob and tube wiring isn’t usually the wiring itself, it’s the demand placed on it. When it was the standard, homes used far less electricity...
Shutting Down The Cabin
If you have a vacation home that sits unattended for the winter months, how should you shut the place down in the fall? One of the most common questions relates to heat. Is it worth the cost to maintain heat in the building if no one is there? The most common danger involved in not maintaining heat is the risk of frozen pipes, so if you choose not to heat, you must winterize, which means that...
Floodlights For Your Garage
Your garage exterior is an important place to illuminate at night. While parking, or tending to household chores during dark hours, flood lights can help to make the garage area a safer and more efficient space. Garage areas are also a common area for thieves to focus on, as a garage often contains high value items.Bulb ChoicesWhen it comes to choosing the right fixture, there are many options..