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6 Hidden Costs of DIY Home Renovation
July 28, 2022
4 Minute read
Saving on a DIY home renovation could end up costing you thousands later on. Before you try to do it yourself, read about the 6 hidden costs of DIY.
Natural Gas or Propane Supplied Powder Coat Ovens and Paint Spray Booths
July 15, 2022
5 Minute read
There are important guidelines to keep in mind when installing powder coat ovens and spray paint booths.
6 BBQ Safety Tips for Apartments and Condos
July 11, 2022
3 Minute read
Keep yourself and your loved ones safe this barbecue season by following a few helpful grill safety tips for condo and apartment balconies.
7 Ways to Prevent CO Exposure in Your Vacation Rental
July 11, 2022
5 Minute read
If you’re a vacation property owner, there are preventable dangers like carbon monoxide (CO) to consider before welcoming guests into your home.
4 Camping Safety Tips for the Summer
June 13, 2022
3 Minute read
If you're already taking the tent out of storage and packing up the cooler, just remember these camping safety tips as you head out.
RV Safety Tips Before Your Adventure
May 26, 2022
4 Minute read
Planning to drive across the country in your RV? If you're like many who are doing RV safety checks and getting their recreational vehicle ready for vacation, add carbon monoxide (CO) safety to the checklist.
Ask a Safety Officer: six common BBQ mistakes
May 9, 2022
4 Minute read
Each year, Technical Safety BC receives reports of incidents resulting from gas barbecues. Here are six common barbecue safety mistakes – and how to avoid them.
The downsides of DIY videos
May 4, 2022
3 Minute read
Are DIY home renovation videos safe? Tutorial and DIY videos are a popular form of content on Youtube but are they safe and reliable for home renovations?
Extreme cold weather safety tips for homeowners
December 22, 2021
4 Minute read
Winter weather in the forecast? Technical Safety BC reminds homeowners to take special care of their gas and electrical appliances in the cold weather.
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