Government of Canada renews ecoEnergy Retrofit program

Good news for all of you out there that are thinking about starting in on renovations. The Government of Canada has decided to renew the popular ecoEnergy Retrofit program. From June 6, 2011 until March 31, 2012, you are eligible to receive grants totaling up to $5,000 for the purpose…

Renovations: Tip #2 Be realistic about your own abilities

Imagine it, a week before Christmas and a pending family visit my wife and I look at each other one night and I say to her “Wouldn’t it be nice if we could get rid of this wall, it would really open the house up and wouldn’t your family be…

Renovations: Tip#1 Research before hiring

When starting home renovations there are many things to consider and one of the crucial factors is hiring the right people. This may mean that you find a General Contractor who is knowledgeable and experienced enough to ensure that the right tradespeople are used or this may mean that you…