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There used to be a time when granite was the only word you’d hear from home owners fantasizing about dream kitchens. With their classic elegance and good resale value, it’s no wonder granite countertops have reigned at the top of home design wish lists. Until now. Turns out, more designers are turning to another material for kitchen counters:…

The kitchen is the heart of every home. It’s the place where family and friends congregate to talk and share meals, and is always the busiest room in the house. A well-lived-in kitchen shows that it is loved and put to good use, but there’s a big difference between being used often, and looking like it.…

According to the Canadian National Fire Information Database, electrical failures or malfunctions cause an average of almost 50,000 home fires per year, resulting in roughly 450 deaths and $1.5 billion in direct property damage.   Most of these happen during winter months due to increased use of heating, appliances and lights. Here are the 5 most common…

For most people, the bathroom has become a coveted sanctuary. No longer is it just a place to wash off the grit. It is your personal spa, where you relieve the stress of the day and relax. So, when you are renovating your bathroom, you are not just creating a practical bathing space; you are creating a place…

Written by Lorne Shuman Many real estate agents and lawyers are often faced with advising both buyers and sellers of their legal obligations to disclose defects on the property. This article will discuss the difference between different types of defects and will also provide some guidance for both sellers, buyers and realtors in terms of…

You may have heard that replacing windows during winter months is a bad idea. This is a common misconception among homeowners, but the truth is, there are some advantages to scheduling your window replacement project during the winter.  Here are the two main reasons: Easy to Schedule: It’s easier to schedule window replacement during the…

Ceramic tiles come in seemingly limitless sizes, colours and shapes. They are an economical, and often more durable, alternative to real stone and provide superior resistance to wear than other types of flooring materials, such as wood or carpet. Ceramic tiles should not crack under normal usage, and, when they do, it is almost always…

The best smart home devices are dramatically bringing your dumb household into the future, letting you control everything from the front door lock to the bedroom lights with a phone, tablet or even a smart speaker. Here’s the problem: upgrading to a smart home isn’t as easy as simply buying a single device. It’s a…

Get Your Mind in the Gutters Your roof’s drainage system annually diverts thousands of gallons of water from your home’s exterior and foundation walls. That’s why it is so important to keep this system flowing smoothly. Clogged gutters can lead to damaged exterior surfaces and to water in your basement. They are also more prone…

Those glistening icicles hanging from your roof may give your home that quaint, wintery look you’ve come to love, but they could also be trying to tell you that something isn’t quite right. Icicles can be a telltale sign that an ice dam has formed on your roof, preventing melting snow from escaping through the…