Then and Now: The History of Air Conditioning

Who hasn’t sung the praises of air conditioning (AC) on a sweltering summer day? But who do we thank for this cooling convenience? AC technology has greatly advanced to improve our overall comfort and health; let’s take a look at its history. It started in Egypt...

The Best Summer Activities in Waterloo Region

Summertime in Waterloo Region is filled with great community events for the whole family to enjoy! As Region residents, the Afterglow team loves supporting the vibrant and fun activities that take place over the summer. From a broad range of festivals in our beautiful...

Top 3 Causes of a Noisy Air Conditioner

Stephen from Afterglow here, Last weekend, I was outside washing the car and I could hear my neighbour’s noisy air conditioner from three houses over. Yikes! Not only is a noisy air conditioner annoying to your neighbours, it’s almost ALWAYS a sign that something has...

Shining a Flashlight on Boilers

Your home’s boiler is an important and rather complicated piece of machinery, and must be installed correctly and checked regularly for upkeep and maintenance, by a trained professional. Ensuring your boiler is properly installed and is in good working order, is key...

Top 5 Boilers Available in Canada

These are the best residential boilers available in Canada, according to Afterglow. A lot of things make up a truly good boiler – efficiency, durability, longevity, controls – but in the end this is the device that has to keep you warm during the long cold...

5 Ideas For Appreciating Dad This Father’s Day

Whether you’re a Dad, Papa, Baba, Appa or something else, we wish you a Happy Father’s Day! Father’s Day falls on Sunday, June 21 this year and there is no shortage of great local activities for you and Dad to share together! From DIY crafts to craft beer...