Not all foundation cracks are equal! That’s why home inspectors watch for signs of foundation wall cracking – to help identify the ones that are of concern. No homebuyer or homeowner wants to be surprised by an unplanned repair that can potentially add up to thousands of dollars. There are three main types of cracks…

Bedford Park is geared toward families with young children. It has an excellent selection of public, private and separate schools, many parkettes and playgrounds, a community centre, a library, and convenient access to Toronto’s transit system. History: Bedford Park began as a farming hamlet centered around the crossroads of Yonge Street and Lawrence Avenue. This…

Spring is a popular time for homeowners to get outside and apply some good old sweat equity to their home investment. Winter months cooped up inside can spawn some creative ideas and solutions that backyard DIY’ers can’t wait to apply. But unfortunately, perhaps in their haste, some homeowners are guilty of poor planning and fact-finding…

High Park is home to a wide range of people. Its highly regarded schools including Humberside Collegiate attract many families with school age children to this neighbourhood. High Park contains numerous rental opportunities that are popular with singles and couples. There are also a handful of seniors accommodations within this neighbourhood. The topography of the High…

Most people feel confident about the basics of home security. For example: Keep all doors locked. Have a light on in the house while away. Never hide a key outside in an obvious place, like under the mat. Yet, almost a million and a half properties get burglarized in North America each year. So how…