A few winters back, I learned the hard way that ignoring strange noises from the heater is a bad idea. It was one of those bone-cold mornings, and our living room just refused to warm up. At first, I figured the heater just needed a little patience. By midafternoon, with my breath still visible...

I used to think trees could mostly take care of themselves — until a rotting gum nearly came down on my neighbour’s car. Since then, I’ve learned that professional tree removal isn’t just about cleaning up after storms or clearing land. Sometimes, it’s the only thing preventing serious property damage — or worse.