1 March 2011
Accessible housing by design – ramps
People who inhabit and visit the houses we live in come in all shapes and sizes, ranging from infants to seniors, with various ever-changing abilities and skills. As we grow up, grow old and welcome…
Health & securityHome addition & remodelingFinance & legalDrummond House Plans
24 February 2011
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…
Maintenance home & gardenProfessional ServicesHealth & securityOutdoor Living
16 February 2011
Product Innovation: Kerdi-Board – What you don’t see could inspire you!
I love to hear about building material innovations. With that being said, I also tend to wait until the pros have had a chance to work with and evaluate the pros and cons of new materials. In 2010, a…
Room by roomHealth & securityDIY projectsHome addition & remodelingTechnology & home innovationBuilding materials
27 January 2011
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…
Health & securityMaintenance home & gardenTips & tricksBuilding materials
26 January 2011
The Importance of Bathroom and Kitchen Fans
Bathroom and kitchen fans are an important part of your home's ventilation system. They remove odours from your house, which improves indoor air quality. They also remove moisture, which decreases…
Room by roomHealth & securityBuilding systemsMaintenance home & gardenFinance & legalEnvironmental issues
11 January 2011
Good-bye incandescent bulbs, hello mercury
The most popular sizes of incandescent light bulbs will disappear from most store shelves in B.C. within the next few weeks and the most common replacement lights cost up to 10 times more to buy.…
Drummond House PlansLightingHealth & securityBuilding materials
6 January 2011
Indoor Air Quality
With Canadians spending more than 90% of their time indoors, much of it at home, the "healthiness" of their home is a serious issue. Poor indoor air can have a detrimental impact on people's…
Professional ServicesBuilding systemsHealth & securityEnvironmental issues
17 December 2010
Holiday Parody – On the 6th day of building…6 Formers Forming!
Our parody on the Twelve Days of Christmas continues. We dare you not to sing them out loud!
Health & securityProfessional ServicesFinance & legalBuilding materials
29 November 2010
Daily splash – creating a kid-friendly bathroom
Designing a kid-friendly bathroom can be a challenge. Color and pattern are great in small doses, but too much whimsy, and the room runs the risk of being quickly outgrown. We asked designer…
23 November 2010
Backup Power For Your Home
The following list of topics pertaining to backup power for your home is covered in the About Your House — General Series from the Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC).
Health & securityHome addition & remodelingTips & tricksLighting
21 November 2010
Gas Fireplace Maintenance
Home maintenance is a must for preserving the value of one of your greatest assests and to assure the comfort and safety of your family. These days, many homes feature gas fireplaces for aesthetics…
Maintenance home & gardenHome addition & remodelingDIY projectsFurniture & accessoriesHealth & securityDrummond House Plans
18 November 2010
Fireplace Maintenance and Safety
Tend to your chimney with care with these pointers. Enjoying a warm, cozy fire requires a clean, safe fireplace. Here are some tips for keeping it that way: Fireplaces should not be used as…
Maintenance home & gardenBuilding systemsHealth & securityBuilding materials