I am not a fan of painting and for those of you out there that fit into that category, give me a call and I’ll give you the contact information of the painter that has proven to be a wonderful resource to me in the past. For those of you out there that do enjoy painting or simply would like the satisfaction of completing the job yourself, I offer to you my wife’s list of things to do when starting in on any interior painting job.
Painting This Season? Simple tricks for making that interior painting project that much easier
December 4, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Energy Efficiency: Tips for energy efficient renovations
November 27, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Home improvements increase your home enjoyment and they affect both the cost of running your home and the value of your home when it comes time to sell. Choosing to make your home energy-efficient is not only a smart choice for minimizing the impact that you will personally have on generations to come but […]
Condominium Renovations: 8 tips to getting your project started on the right foot!
November 21, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Renovating a condo is different than renovating a house, there are factors that can easily put your project on hold or sidetrack you from getting the job done quickly and efficiently. Below are some simple tips to get your condo renovation started on the right foot.
Top do-it-yourself renovations with best return on investment
October 23, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Enjoy doing work on your home? Like the challenge of completing Do-It-Yourself projects? Thinking about what is next on your list now that the weather is slowly starting to turn gloomier and colder?
A Breath of Fresh Air: Improving Your Home’s Air Quality
October 5, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Is the air in your home making you sick? It can be as innocuous as a persistent cough, rash or headache. But, for the very young, the elderly and those with respiratory disease, the effects of indoor air contamination can be far more serious.
Home Maintenance: 10 roofing improvement tips
October 4, 2012 by 2 Comments
Home improvements increase your home enjoyment, but they also affect your home’s value; roofing repairs can yield a large return on investment at resale (some estimate between 50 to 80%) and a good, solid roof is so much better than a leaking one!
Drive Up Your Curb Appeal: 4 Updating Tips
October 2, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Is your home’s first impression being hindered by a bland driveway, or an eyesore of a walkway? If so, it might be time to kick start your curb appeal with a few upgrades.
Tips for Renovating Your Basement
October 1, 2012 by 1 Comment
Want to add more space to your home without building up or out? Look no further than your basement. According to the Appraisal Institute of Canada, renovating a basement can give you an over 50% return on your investment when it comes to selling your home.
Protecting Our Trees: Tips for selecting a qualified Tree Care company
September 25, 2012 by Leave a Comment
A study done by the City of Toronto called “Every Tree Counts” estimated that the city has an estimated 20% tree canopy cover. Of this 20% coverage, 60% of the tree are on private property
Fabulous Fall: Gardening Tips
September 18, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Fall is a feast for the eyes with red, gold and bronze hues. While enjoying the trees in their tawny splendour, consider these simple tips to prepare your garden for the upcoming winter.