Blowing the budget is everyone’s biggest fear when it comes to home renovation projects. Even if you follow standard guidelines—like building in a 20% cushion to cover unexpected costs, vetting [...]

Fall and Winter Home Maintenance Checklist As much as we would like summer to hang around indefinitely, the reality is that cold days are ahead. Fall is a good time to prepare your home for harsh [...]

As we emerge from winter hibernation, it’s time to turn our attention to the seasonal chores that come with the first signs of spring. Here are some tips to help make sure your home is in tip-top [...]

Basement basics to elevate your home Finishing an underutilized basement makes financial sense in certain situations, and may add to your home’s resale value. For a family who has outgrown their [...]

Winter is the season when people cozy up indoors. The winter season evokes thoughts of comfort food and curling up in front of the fire or television. Home becomes the preferred comfortable space [...]

5 thrifty DIY fix-ups to help sell your home. When preparing your home for the market, it’s great to know there are some relatively inexpensive improvements that can make a big impact with [...]

Useful tips to make sure your Air Conditioner (AC) runs smoothly. A well-maintained Air conditioner (AC) will run more efficiently, last longer and help you save money on your electricity bill, [...]

5 steps to achieve first-home style The time between inking the deal on your first home and move-in day is sure to be filled with anticipation and excitement. You’ll be thinking about the empty [...]

5 Ways To Prepare Your Home For Spring. Spring has arrived and warmer weather is ahead, which means it’s also time to get started on your spring home maintenance. I know, I know, we just made it [...]

Sounding the alarm on carbon monoxide – Mike Holmes Preventing dangerous gas from entering home a life-saving decision. Carbon monoxide can enter your home at any time during the year. Our [...]

Even in the winter, there are plenty of home improvement tasks you can do to give your home a boost. Try these quick and easy projects that will lead to a healthier indoor environment for you and [...]

Smart Holiday Hacks: The holidays should be a happy time, but between family get-togethers, grocery shopping and decorating, it’s sometimes hard to find enough time to get everything done. [...]

Greener Home: Practicing green habits goes beyond sorting through your trash. There are many things we can do in and around our homes to play a small but significant part in waste reduction. [...]

Even the biggest pet-lovers know furry friends can leave an endless mess around your home. Fortunately, an effective home cleaning routine can minimize the mess left behind on your floors, [...]

(NC) Your home comes alive this time of year, with barbecues, entertaining and long weekend parties. Give it a makeover with these Do It Yourself projects recommended by Health Canada that will [...]

Did you know that bathrooms were the most renovated space in 2017? This has become a popular space for upgrading thanks to the at-home spa trend, which looks at the bathroom as not just a [...]

Summer is almost here and now is the time to prepare our outdoor spaces for the season. To help maximize your living areas, Sharon Grech, Benjamin Moore colour and design expert, shares tips on [...]

With warmer days and spring cleaning on our minds, people across the country are gearing up for a deep clean of their homes. And while you’re getting into every crevice in the house, [...]

A new season is here, and that means it’s time to give your living spaces an update. Refresh your home with a few strategic elements that can take you from winter to wow.

Repairing your garden after an extreme winter can take some time and effort. But consistency is key to keeping your blooms fresh and full year after year. Mark Beaty, live goods merchant at The [...]