3 Benefits of Replacing Your Front Door
The front door is commonly overlooked during many renovations, and yours could be damaged, outdated or drafty. Installing a new front door can increase your home’s efficiency, resale value and curb appeal. Read more about the reas…
Top 4 Toronto Winter Events in 2022
In Canada, there is no shortage of winter. When It’s cold outside, it’s easy to talk yourself out of leaving the house, especially when you can order anything from Instacart and Skip The Dishes. If you find yourself swimming in delivery bags…
5 Expert Tips When Selecting A Professional Roofing Contractor
Choosing a professional roofing contractor can be a complex task. This guide simplifies the process by offering five critical tips, ensuring you make an informed, confident decision. From comprehending roofing estimates to navigatin…
Pros and Cons of Living in Ottawa: What You Need You to Know
Canada’s capital is a world-class city offering an exciting lifestyle with all the amenities you can imagine. If the opportunity arises, a move to Ottawa could be just what you need to enjoy the lifestyle you’ve always imagined. However,…
HOW IS YOUR INDOOR AIR QUALITY?
Indoor air quality refers to the air in and around a building and the health and comfort of the occupants. With so many of us spending most of our time indoors (up to 90%, between school, home and office), IAQ (indoor air quality) has become a ma…
How to Renovate a Garage into an Apartment
A garage renovation is like a miniature version of a total home renovation. If you want to turn your garage into a space that is fit to live in and not just store your car in, you’ll have to make major changes to it. Here’s a brief rundown of the maj…
Choosing the Right Backsplash Tile
The first question I’m often asked by a Client when discussing backsplash tiling, is “what style of tile would you recommend?” My answer, following a smile, is “whichever tile you like.” Selecting the right tile for yo…
How to Choose a Commercial Contractor
Your organization might have guidelines on how many quotes to get from commercial contractors. But, from there, you’re essentially on your own choosing a contractor for your project. Commercial projects tend to involve a lot of investme…
Our 5 Favourite Low Maintenance Plants
Are you wanting some beautiful additions in your garden this year? If you’re looking for hardy plants that don’t require a whole lot of work then look no further. Our horticultural team has decided on their five favourite plan…
What We Look at When We Assess Condition of A/C
What we look at when we assess the condition of your air conditioner. At first glance, it may look bleak: you know you’re going to need either an AC repair or a new air conditioner. But you’re no air conditioning expert, and you want to make an in…
Some Promises are Made to be Broken
We’ve all been there. You make a promise you think you can keep, then life happens and you break that promise. If the promise wasn’t a major one, the fallout will likely be minimal…but if you had to break a big promise, well, that c…
Why is my Furnace Filter Black?
A black furnace filter is a red flag that something could be seriously wrong with your heating system. While it may be that you haven’t changed the filter in a really long time, it could be a sign of more serious problems including: Inadequate…
Bryan Baeumler – There’s more than one way to insulate a house
Having less-than-ideal attic insulation is, essentially, another way of burning money. Chances are you know this, and have packed your uppermost level like a sardine can full of insulation. But that may still not be enough. Our 1 1/2-stor…
How to Tackle a Full Home Renovation
Before you decide to undertake a complete custom home renovation, you need to know what the end goal is for your home. Are you renovating to raise the value of your home, or do you want to renovate your space so it becomes a ‘forever home&…
Simple Furnace Fix to Change Your Filter This Winter
Your family shouldn’t spend the winter wearing heavy sweaters under blankets at home, and your furnace filter plays a larger role in the overall temperature of your home than most people realize. Changing your furnace filter on a re…
What Sets Your Landscaper Apart?
Do you currently have a landscaper or are you looking for one? How do you know if they will do a good job or are reputable and reliable? What are some things that you, as the consumer, can do to look into this before you sign a contract? 1) EXPERTIS…
Spray Foam Insulation Reduces Collective Carbon Footprint
There is no doubt that the world’s climate is changing. We see it in the increased temperatures across the globe as well as the growing number of severe weather events such as tornados, cyclones, hurricanes, etc. Ergo, the earth is wa…
Bryan Baeumler – Venting bathrooms, stopping leaks, sloping drains
Hi, Bryan. We bought a 1-1/2-storey, post-war home in East York, flipped, about 18 months ago. The flippers put in a three-piece bathroom at the top of the stairs. There is no window and the fan is controlled by the light switch. The towels don…
Fixing an Old House? 4 Hidden Problems that Lead to Major Spending
Are you thinking of buying a house at a cheap price? If so, you may already be envisioning modern finishes, top-of-the-line upgrades, magazine-worthy remodels, and a problem-free renovation. The reality of buying an old house isn’t so cu…
Repair or Replace ?!
We always ask lots of questions from our customers or those who call in to determine what is the most economical solution for their specific inquiry. If a furnace is not a builder grade model and if it is less than 3 years, we recommend repairin…
8 REASONS WHY WE KEEP CLOTHES WE DON’T WEAR
One of the most difficult items in the house to get rid of is our clothing. We hold great emotional attachment to our wardrobe, and this is why many people keep clothes they do not wear anymore. I am not talking about special …
DIY Inspection Tip: Condensation / Icy Windows
In cold weather you might find condensation forming on the interior of windows, sometimes resulting in ice build-up. This happens for two reasons: The interior pane of glass is very cold, There is excessive humidity in the house air…
Bryan Baeumler Q&A – DIY – failure is price of admission
Hi, Bryan. We have a small, three-season cottage built above a boathouse. The floor is insulated with pink fiberglass insulation; it has two thin layers of plywood subfloor and underlay, on top of which is carpet. We’d like to replace the ca…
How to Create the At-Home Office of Your Dreams
As more and more people are shedding their corporate personas in exchange for entrepreneurial pursuits, the self-employed workforce is faced with the dilemma of converting a bedroom or nook into an office that can suit their needs. But if…
4 Steps to Baby-Proof A Fireplace
When you have a toddler or small child in the house, fireplaces, just like many other areas of the home, can become a hazard if not taken care of correctly. Whether you have a traditional wood-burning fireplace on a stone hearth, a gas or wood s…
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