Will new mortgage rules trigger winter buying?
The new rules being introduced by the Canadian Real Estate Association could be just the incentive for young home-buyers to get off the fence, as indicated in today's Globe and Mail... The Canadian…
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.…
Plan of the Week – “Perfect Porches!”
www.DrummondHousePlans.com - Plan # 2884 Very popular since its first appearance on the market, this model owes its popularity to an undeniable exterior charm, a most enviable solarium and four…
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…
Radon – A Guide for Canadian Homeowners
What is Radon? Radon is a radioactive gas that is colourless, odourless and tasteless. It is formed bythe breakdown of uranium, a natural radioactive material found in soil, rock and groundwater.…
We want your natural corks!
A lot of corks will be popping this evening, you may want to think about some creative recycling! An Ontario company specializes in the recycling of natural cork. Jelinek Cork Group has been…
Calgary Homebuilder issues $500 cheques, challenges recipients to pay it forward
It's a piece of Christmas mail that has made a difference to an untold number of people. A prominent homebuilder sent $500 cheques to hundreds of its customers with a challenge to give back to the…
Holiday Parody – On the 7th day of building… seven trucks a-pouring!
Our parody on the Twelve Days of Christmas continues. We dare you not to sing them out loud! Seven trucks a-pouring, Six formers forming, Five golden kings! (of finance that is!) Four house plans…
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! Six formers forming, Five golden kings! (of finance that is!) Four house plans to choose from, Three…
Holiday Parody – On the 5th day of building…
Our parody on the Twelve Days of Christmas continues. We dare you not to sing them out loud! Five golden kings! (of finance that is!) Four house plans to choose from, Three French city planners,…
Holiday parody – On the 4th day of building…
Our parody on the Twelve Days of Christmas continues. We dare you not to sing them out loud! Four house plans to choose from, Three French city planners, Two steel-toed boots, and a journal for my…
Holiday parody – On the 3rd day of building…
Our parody on the Twelve Days of Christmas continues. We dare you not to sing them out loud! Three French city planners Two steel-toed boots, and a journal for my hopes and dreams!…
Holiday Parody – On the second day of building…
Our parody on the Twelve Days of Christmas continues. We dare you not to sing them out loud! Two steel-toed boots, and a journal for my hopes and dreams!…
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…
Greywater Report looks at wastewater’s potential
About 50% of the water used inside U.S. homes can be reused to irrigate landscapes and flush toilets, according to a gray water report released by the Pacific Institute last week. The Overview of…
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). You rely on…
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…
4 design tips to brighten a dark kitchen
I’ve found that when clients have a dark kitchen, perhaps because of small windows or because of the low exposure to sunlight, they usually want to go overboard when trying to brighten up their…
