The Front Yard or the Back Yard?
You may be thinking it’s time to start doing some renovations on your yard, but you’re still not sure if you should spend the majority of your outdoor renovation budget on the front yard or
5 Things to Consider Before Selling Your Home
You may be thinking it’s time to sell your home. Perhaps your family has outgrown your current home and you’re looking at buying something bigger, or maybe you feel the housing market can offer you
What Renovations Will Increase Your Property Value?
Not all renovations are created equal at least when it comes to the return on investment. You need to make sure you’re using your dollars in a way that maximizes the increase in your property’s
5 Ways to Turn Your Garage Into a Selling Point
What’s the first thing you think of when we say “garage?” Do cars come to mind, or how about clutter? For most of us, our garages don’t do much more than serve as storage, but
7 Types of Windows
Unless you’re in the business of building homes, you may not fully appreciate the pros and cons between different types of windows. From arched to awning, there are a number of unique details that differentiate
Fix it Up or Buy Fully Renovated?
People often wonder whether it’s better to move into a recently renovated home or to invest in a place with potential and fix it up? This kind of project can be incredibly rewarding and
The Do’s and Don’ts of Home Insurance
In 2018, home insurance policies are as expensive as ever. According to the Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC), the total amount claimed per year has risen steadily ever since 1995, hitting upwards of $5.72 billion
How To Create a More Social Space in your Home
Most homeowners have that one room. You know what we mean. One that’s either too small or too stuffy to do anything meaningful with. Maybe it’s full of furniture, or odds and ends you don’t
Heavy Rain and Home Repairs
While the west coast isn’t known for its winters, homeowners on Vancouver Island need to watch out for heavy rain and wind. This time of year, water damage is a huge issue. So making sure
How to Deal with Bad Neighbours
So you’ve recently moved into your dream home, but have discovered that the neighbours are less than ideal. No, worse than that. They are flat out ruining your home owning experience. Trying to live beside