June 18, 2015

Residential Construction: What You Need to Know

Residential construction begins when the property owner decides that it is time to build. Generally the first step that they have to take is hiring an architect to design the new home to be built. The architect will work with the owner to flesh out their ideas and come up with a master blueprint of […]

June 10, 2015

Bathroom Renovations on a Budget

Bathrooms experience a lot of activity and changes in temperature and humidity, which takes a toll over time. Fixtures, features, walls and flooring get dingy, worn out and outdated, leaving this room looking tired and old. When you need to renovate your bathroom, the costs might make your heart skip several beats. Don’t let that […]

5 Simple Basement Remodeling Ideas

Remodeling your basement gives your home several advantages. If you’re looking to sell the home, a remodeled basement can add a ton of value. If you plan to stay at your home for a while, a finished basement can give you a few extra bedrooms, a family room, a game room, a home theater, or […]

April 21, 2015

Tips for Finding a Good General Contractor

Home improvement projects can add value and comfort to your home. However, since these are often costly projects, it is important to ensure that you choose the right contractor for the job. Take a look at our top tips for finding a good general contractor so that you can go ahead with your home improvement […]

In A State to Renovate?

There is a point in every home owner’s residency when they begin to think seriously about renovating their property. Sometimes it feels sooner than it should, but inevitably things wear out, lifestyles change, or simply, enough money is saved to go ahead with plans that had been made years ago. Whatever the reason, now may […]

March 3, 2015

How to Make Cottage Renovations Painless

Cottages and lakeside cabins are quite popular, but they are another residence to maintain. At some point in owning a cottage, you’ll likely feel the need to renovate. After all, a significant part of the summer might be spent at this location and it makes sense to make this home away from home as comfortable […]

February 25, 2015

Grow your Home’s Value by Using a Residential Contractor

There are many reasons why people sometimes leave a home that they have lived in for years. If it’s work-related, then there is not much you can do, but if it is because you feel that you have outgrown it, then there is another way. Maybe you have just started a family, or have just […]

February 13, 2015

Tips for Buying a Condo

Condo living is a popular choice for Canadians as it is a relatively hassle-free option. Most real estate agents have a list of condominiums for sale in most major cities. This guide will give you some basic information about buying condos and what you should know before taking ownership. What you will pay Condo owners […]

Any Time Is the Right Time for Basement Renovations

The basement is often used in family films to portray a dark scary corner of the house where spooky creatures hang out and eerie noises come from at all hours. For many people, the reality isn’t far off, without the spooky creatures of course. Basements are mostly used as dumping grounds for old exercise equipment, […]

November 21, 2014

4 Ways to Brighten Your Kitchen

The winter months can often seem dark and gloomy. Depending on where you live, the winter cold will set in and your family will be stuck indoors for a few months. Many people have a hard time dealing with the shorter days. One way to brighten your kitchen in the winter is by brightening up […]