Posts by Elliot
Window Treatment
Your house may not be able to talk to you, but nevertheless, it signals you when something’s not right. Windows are particularly communicative. If your windows are more than a few decades old, listen carefully to what they’re telling you, so you’ll know when they need to be replaced. Here’s what to be on the lookout…
Read More9 Air-Cleaning Houseplants That Are Almost Impossible to Kill
Given that most people spend more than 90 percent of their time indoors, air quality matters. Furnishings, upholstery, synthetic building materials, and cleaning products in homes and offices can emit a variety of toxic compounds, like formaldehyde for example. Indoor air pollution can also be caused by pollen, bacteria, and mould, because outdoor air contaminants find their way…
Read MoreMid-March Sales Stats
March 17, 2017 – Greater Toronto Area REALTORS® reported 5,238 home sales through TREB’s MLS® System during the first 14 days of March 2017. This result was up by 16.4 per cent in comparison to the first two weeks of March 2016, when 4,500 home sales were reported. The strongest annual rate of sales growth…
Read MoreBuying a Pre-Construction Condo
Written by: Lorne Shuman Buying a preconstruction condominium is very different from buying a resale condominium. This article will highlight some of the unique aspects of buying a preconstruction condominium that many homebuyers may not be aware of. If you are a first-time home buyer, buying a preconstruction condominium is a very emotional event. Buyers…
Read More6 Signs That You Need A New Roof
Most homeowners figure they need a new roof after they spot a leak in their ceiling. This leak could be due to many different roofing problems. But, what factors really determine whether a roof repair will solve the problem or the house needs a roof replacement? Here are some tips to help you determine if you need…
Read MoreDust Mites, Dander and Dead Skin Cells…Oh My!
It is the assumption of most folks that your carpets and upholstery are clean until they are riddled with stains. This would be on the same lines of assuming your vehicle is running fine even though you have not changed the oil for over a year and now decide to finally get it changed because…
Read MoreGTA Realtors® Release February Resale Housing Figures
TORONTO, March 3, 2017 – Toronto Real Estate Board President Larry Cerqua announced that Greater Toronto Area REALTORS® reported 8,014 residential sales through TREB’s MLS® System in February 2017. Despite the fact that February 2016 had one more day due to the leap year day, this result was up on a year-over-year basis by 5.7…
Read MoreMid-February TREB Sales Statistics
February 21, 2017 – Greater Toronto Area REALTORS® reported 3,865 home sales through TREB’s MLS® System during the first 14 days of February 2017. This result was up by 11 per cent in comparison to the first two weeks of February 2016, when 3,480 home sales were reported. The strongest annual rate of sales growth…
Read More4 Tiling Trends for 2017
1. SHAPES & SIZES Large Brick Format Gone are the days of metro and traditional bricks – kit-kats are the slightly thinner and longer version of the ever popular format. Be on the lookout for the new size, 228 x 75mm, giving them a more sophisticated and elegant look. Creative Tiling Patterns In 2017 be…
Read MoreHardwood Tips and Tricks
There’s nothing worse than finding that first scratch or dent in your brand new floor. While all floors will develop a patina over time with light scratches and dents, this list of DOs and DON’Ts should help maintain your floors and ease the transition. Wood floors are made from natural materials that are constantly affected…
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