Intelligent Cities – Capturing graywater in Tucson
Would you water your garden with what goes down your shower drain or out your washing machine? In Tucson, Arizona, and an increasing number of water-starved western cities, more and more residents…
Home Maintenance – What’s wrong with that tree?
Structural defects occur in trees for a number of reasons, and even though a tree may be structurally compromised, it could live on for years. One example is a tree with a hollowed-out trunk. Since…
Getting your home ready to list
In a buyer’s market, the onus is on sellers to do everything possible to woo potential buyers and get a leg-up on the competition. Here we provide 10 stylish tips for increasing your curb appeal and…
Looking to build or renovate? Get it in writing!
Why a written contract makes sense... You want to work with a reputable contractor – one that treats you fairly and honestly, puts their promises in writing,and backs up their work.You should not…
How to make your interiors more pet friendly
If you are like most pet owners you love your furry members of the family, but you also feel like you have to sacrifice your sense of style in your home decor because of them. Whether it is because…
Xeriscaping – A sustainable landscape option
Whether by conscience or necessity, many people are looking to reduce their water consumption. The perfectly manicured emerald lawn may certainly look lovely but normally requires a great deal of…
Special Promotion on Customized Drummond Plans
Dream the dream – customize your Drummond House Plan and save! Have you found a Drummond House Plan that is perfect... almost? Part of the joy of building your own home is the option to customize…
Ten Myths About the New Energy-efficient CFL Light Bulbs
The BC government is phasing out the old inefficient incandescent light bulbs, as a way to help us save money and become more energy efficient, but as a result, there’s a lot of myth-making going on…
Earthquake awareness – tips to prepare for ‘the big one’
Not all of our readers live in earthquake zones but coastal BC is very much aware of the need to be prepared for 'the big one'. A province-wide initiative resulted in Canada's largest earthquake…
