At Great Canadian Oil Change, they will always do their best to keep you travelling safely, in a cleaner environment. At Great Canadian Oil Change, they guarantee that they will always value your business. Great Canadian Oil Change is your Trusted Regina Oil Change expert. In their latest helpful oil tip, they share how frequently you should change your oil.

How Often Should You Change Your Oil?

If you ask three shops how often you should change your oil you may get six different answers.  But we feel confident with our recommendation.

Follow the service intervals recommended by the manufacturer of your vehicle

We recommend to our customers that they follow their manufacturer’s recommended oil change intervals.  This means that the manufacturer will recommend that you have your oil changed every so many kilometres.  Depending on your specific vehicle, this may mean having your oil changed every 5000 km, 7500 km, 12000 km or some variation thereof.

What are some exceptions to following the service interval recommendations of the manufacturer?

There is one exception to using the service interval recommended by the manufacturer and that is: driving conditions.  Here are some examples of driving conditions that justify changing the oil earlier than recommended:

Short trips in the winter, where the engine fails to meet operating temperature for ten minutes or more, are tough on oil.  All of that condensation has no place to go but into the crankcase.

Unusually dusty conditions.  (Did you ever follow a combine at harvest?)

These two scenarios justify changing the oil before the recommended service interval.

Should I always follow the oil change needed an indicator on my dash?

Yes, you should follow the oil change indicator in your vehicle.  Unless you’ve received a recall from your manufacturer, we recommend following the oil life indicator on your dash, if your vehicle has one.

How critical is it to change my oil at exactly the time that is recommended by the manufacturer?

Several years ago we sent engine oil samples to a lab.  These were samples of engine oil that were changed before, near and after the recommended interval.  Each report indicated that the oil had life left.  Therefore, although it may not be absolutely critical at the exact odometer reading, we recommend following the manufacturer’s guidelines as closely as possible for the best maintenance of your vehicle.

What are the benefits to changing my oil according to the recommendations of the vehicle manufacturer?

There are many benefits to changing your oil according to the service interval recommended by the manufacturer of your vehicle.  Clean engine oil lubricates the engine, keeps it cool, and minimizes the metal-to-metal contact of the parts inside the engine.  Over time the oil starts losing its ability to flow well (becoming less “viscous”), thus losing its ability to protect your engine as it is meant to.  By regularly changing your oil, you prevent problems that can occur over time.  Some of these problems include overheating and undue wear on the engine due to the friction of parts when lubrication is not optimal.  Regular oil changes will also extend the life of your vehicle and help keep it in optimum running condition.

At Great Canadian Oil change in Regina, we follow the recommendations of the manufacturer of your vehicle.  We will verify that your vehicle is due for an oil change before performing it.  We look forward to seeing you for an oil change or for one of the many other services we offer!  

  Great Canadian Oil Change is your Trusted Regina Oil Change expert

 

Why Trusted Regina?

It seems that everyone these days in Saskatchewan's capital is so busy with life, family, work and a million other commitments. When a need arises for a product or service and you can’t think who to contact where do you turn? Perhaps the business you select randomly yourself or find in other ways lets you down and does a bad job....living in Regina can present it's challenges ....with new businesses springing up all the time and existing businesses getting busier standards can suffer. Trusted is here to save you time, save you hassle, save you money and do the research for you...all the business on this site are contracted to uphold the 5 TRUSTED GUARANTEES.

Hear from the Trusted Founder Sara Wheelwright along with a user of the Trusted directories Janice Braden in this video below. Janice was ripped off by a disreputable contractor in Saskatoon and the Trusted community ( including 2 Trusted Regina partners ). stepped up to help, and we put her home back together again ..for FREE! 

Choose a Trusted business in Regina..you'll be glad you did!!

WINMAR® Regina performs restoration services for residential and commercial properties across Saskatchewan. Our crews offer prompt and professional services to help our customers get back to pre-loss life with the least amount of interruption and associated costs as possible. . They are the Regina property restoration specialists. WINMAR IS A TRUSTED REGINA DISASTER SERVICES & REGINA GENERAL CONTRACTOR. In their latest tip,  they share info about Inflotrolix!

WINMAR®  partners with Inflotrolix: 

WINMAR®  continually endeavours to differentiate itself within the Insurance & Commercial Services Industry in Canada in order to position itself as the premier SOLUTIONS provider in Emergency & Disaster Recovery Services.

As water damage losses continue to escalate Canada-wide, WINMAR®  has now joined forces in a partnership with INFLOTROLIX – A fully Canadian owned & operated flood prevention solutions firm on their state of the art, technologically advanced Backwater Valve system called AQUA-PROTEC and its value-added leak detection system called NOWA. Unlike the current backwater valve solution, AQUA-PROTEC has the following features: Fully Automated balloon inflation & deflation, a Self-maintaining control panel with battery backup, a Built-in alarm to alert homeowners including smartphone technology and Non-invasive installation.

AQUA-PROTEC - see how it works:

WINMAR®  is presenting this partnership as an example of wanting to do its best to serve the needs of the insurer and all property owners. Reducing claims costs associated with flooding whether from reoccurrence of sewer backups or water damage from internal plumbing and leaks, that, taken together, represent the greatest area of Insurer payouts to this date.

Many Municipalities across Canada currently offer flood protection & prevention “subsidy & rebate programs” when equipment such as backwater valves are professionally installed. Along with these subsidies, WINMAR®  has also stepped up to the plate to offer other assistance to residential and commercial clients both directly and in conjunction with Insurer programs, which we are starting to see such as sewer back-up discounts, lowering of deductibles and increased sub-limits, amongst others.

About WINMAR® 

WINMAR® Regina's experienced and certified staff provide full-disaster service restoration for all types of loss:

• Flood/water damage, 
• Fire damage repair & restoration
• Asbestos Abatement
• Wind, Hail and Disaster
• General Disaster Services 
• Mould Removal

With their 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year service they always come through for you. See more services by clicking on the show more info button below. They also offer full general contracting services to Regina and the surrounding area.

General Contractor Services include:

• Renovations
• New Constructions

WINMAR® knows what it takes to satisfy its customers.

'WINMAR® Coming Through For You!'

Winmar is a Trusted Regina Disaster Services, Abatement Specialist and Regina General Contractor

Benefits of working with a qualified licensed builder:

There are many benefits of working with a qualified, licensed builder when building a new home. It’s safe to say that building a new home – possibly one of the biggest investments you’ll make in your life – is one place that you want to be very careful about cutting corners.

It’s true that the economic downturn has caused just about everyone to look for ways to save money. Whether it’s haggling for the best deal or even coupon clipping, there may be ways to save money with anything you buy.

But what if you are planning to build a home? Should you just go for the best price, even if it involves you building the home yourself as an “owner-builder” or using an unlicensed contractor to run the job? Even though many people are shocked by the estimated costs for constructing a new home, using an unlicensed contractor or taking on the role of an owner-builder just because it’s the “best price” can prove to be both challenging and costly for the owner.

Licensing rules and requirements vary by province, and primarily are designed to protect consumers. In many provinces contractors must prove that they are qualified to do the work and even may undergo testing, fingerprinting, financial bonding requirements and criminal background checks before they are able to be licensed. Provinces vary as to the extent that general contractors must be licensed, and sometimes licenses only are required for certain specialty trades like electricians and plumbers. Many people debate the value of a license in provinces with lax (or no) enforcement and low standards, and in some places can rightfully claim that the license basically is a tax.

However, when licensing is a requirement in your province, working with a licensed builder at least can give you some peace of mind by knowing that the builder has been vetted to meet your provinces’s requirements and is serious about both its profession and its public image. In addition, hiring a licensed contractor sometimes may provide additional protection for you that is not available to those who use an unlicensed contractor. For example, in some provinces a home owner may file a complaint against their contractor’s license if they have a claim about their home or the consumer may even be eligible to apply for money from a recovery fund that can help them have work corrected or their home completed.

On the other hand, there are an infinite number of stories about the nightmares of unlicensed “illegal” contractors that fail to build a home properly and just disappear after being paid a down payment. You should ask yourself: Why is this contractor not licensed if it is required in your province? It certainly could be a problem if the builder lost his license for bad acts or otherwise is just willing to skirt legal requirements while building your home.

The wall sitting on the top of the ICG foundation is not straight. From the back corner forward, the wall changes positions.

In addition, being an owner-builder or using an unlicensed contractor can shift much of the responsibility and risk to you as the owner. Indeed you may be sued and personally liable if proper insurance is not in place and there is an accident on the job, and you likely will be taking on a larger role in managing the overall job.

So if you are considering being an owner-builder or saving money by hiring an illegal contractor, think again. Here are some of the benefits that you can expect from having a general contractor (and make it one with a proper license, when required) to supervise the entire project and build your home for you:

1. A general contractor will contract with, manage, coordinate and supervise a project that involves multiple trades as subcontractors (and can do so when properly licensed; in some plaaces, it is illegal for the builder to contract with you and subcontractors for the job unless licensed);
2. Working with a general contractor can save you time, as the job can be handled more efficiently and by someone experienced with construction schedules and awareness of the project’s “critical path” needs;
3. An experienced general contractor will have a network of connections that benefit you – whether they are the best subcontractors for the task, or knowing how to reach the inspector quickly so you can keep the project moving;
4. You likely will see cost savings with a builder evaluating multiple bids from subcontractors and getting the benefit of discounted contractor rates with suppliers;
5. A good, licensed builder is experienced with processing permits and inspections (and a license typically is required for the builder to pull permits in its name), and will know up front what needs to be done to meet code requirements;
6. You usually get better construction loan terms and options from banks if you are working with a licensed general contractor;
7. A licensed builder should carry all the insurance coverage needed (you still should confirm first for any builder), and will manage insurance coverage by subcontractors too; this means that the builder, not you, will be considered responsible for the risks and liabilities associated with the job;
8. A licensed builder can provide a contractual warranty to you for the home and its integrity; plus, commercial home warranty companies typically only provide coverage when the home is built by a licensed builder;
9. In general, a quality home built by an experienced contractor should need less maintenance and fewer repairs during its lifetime; a quality home has better resale value and is likely to hold its value longer.

The wall is hanging off the ICF foundation.

Chances are, hiring an experienced general contractor that is properly licensed can save you a lot of headaches, time and money when building your new home. However, like any licensed profession (whether it’s doctors, lawyers or builders), a license alone does not mean that they will do a quality job and be good at what they do. As we’ve described before there are many things to evaluate when hiring a builder, so you still should do your research, check references and make sure you have seen some of their finished projects in person.

WINMAR® Regina performs restoration services for residential and commercial properties across Saskatchewan. Our crews offer prompt and professional services to help our customers get back to pre-loss life with the least amount of interruption and associated costs as possible. . They are the Regina property restoration specialists. WINMAR IS A TRUSTED REGINA DISASTER SERVICES & REGINA GENERAL CONTRACTOR. In their latest WINMAR Regina Trusted tip, they share information on what water damage does to your home and how they can help!