Your Home

If you have turned your thermostat from “Heat” to “Cool”, it is also time to do some routine maintenance. The majority of Canadians make the switch without having the system cleaned and checked, a recipe for trouble down the road. If you don’t want your air conditioning system letting you down on the hottest day…

If the grass on your side of the fence isn’t as green as it could be, spring is the time to make it right. With some care and attention now, your lawn will be renewed and regenerated by the time summer rolls around. Lawn-care professionals recommend annual aeration as part of a healthy lawn maintenance…

Whether driving our cars, crossing the street or chopping vegetables, we know we need to take the appropriate precautions to stay safe. This May during Electrical Safety Month, Hydro One is challenging homeowners to make electrical safety part of their regular home maintenance routine. Here is a list of things to check off your list:…

When you are shopping for a new air conditioning system, there are three important considerations: most important is choosing the right size unit for your home, followed by making sure the new unit is energy-efficient and properly installed. According to the Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Institute of Canada, there is only one correct size…

Spring is generally a busy time in the home renovation and repair business. As the weather warms, homeowners’ thoughts turn to dealing with repair projects that have been put off and improving their living space, both inside and out. Spring is also the time when fly-by-night and unlicensed contractors ply their trade on unsuspecting homeowners…

We all arrive here at different times; …the transition from young adulthood to adulthood; from growing up” to “grown up”. Perhaps you’ve just moved from a university dorm into your first apartment; or perhaps you’ve just purchased your first home. Either way, it’s at this point that you should be embracing your newfound role someone…

The summer season is getting close, there is talk of barbecue everywhere you go. We love it, don’t we? And not just because of the food aspect (although, admittedly, that’s a huge factor). We love the idea of the BBQ because of the social component. It’s here that we have the opportunity to welcome our…

There’s nothing like colour to bring life back to our outdoor spaces – and doing that with flair starts with imagination. How do you envision the beauty of your property this summer? Be it the patio, the deck, your terrace, or the entire backyard, picturing it and making a plan is an important first step.…

With the advent and popularity of title insurance, there is a widespread belief that it is no longer necessary to obtain a survey for a residential property purchase. This column will examine this belief and explain the differences between survey coverage under a title insurance policy and a survey of the property. A survey is…

Is your decor weighing you down? This year, one of the biggest design trends is a simple, minimalist approach. It’s time to take a break from oversaturation and pare back with simple colours, clean lines and uncluttered spaces. Sharon Grech, colour and design expert for Benjamin Moore, shares tips on creating simplicity in your home…