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House-hunting is exciting, fun and a significant life moment for everyone. While viewing listings online gives you an overview of what to expect, seeing the home in-person is another story. When you visit the property for the first time, you will have the chance to examine the space deeply to see if it meets your…
Although apartment living has its share of comforts, many parents with young children consider investing in a house in the suburbs. While it can be a complicated process, posing several challenges, such as research, financing, moving expenses and more, many parents believe it is worth the effort for the following reasons: #1 Residential Neighbourhoods As…
Radon is a toxic, radioactive gas that can be found in any home, new or old. This gas comes from decomposed uranium in the soil and makes its way to the houses through cracks in the foundation due to its movement from the ground to the air above. Although you cannot see, smell, or taste…
The advent of the internet has quickly paved the way for e-learning. With the worldwide e-learning market projected to grow to $325 billion by 2025, remote learning is as popular as ever. For stay-at-home moms, online learning provides them an opportunity to expand their skill set with a schedule that fits their extremely hectic routines….
There are a few indoor allergens that are always going to cause problems in your home, so you need to know how to avoid them and what to do if they come up. The best way to manage indoor allergies is to make sure that you have a plan ready to go if they pop…
Spring is almost here (just a couple days until the first official day of spring!) so if you haven’t put away your winter decorations yet… like me… you might want to get on that this week. Before you can throw open the windows and air out the house, there are few thins you can do…
So you wanted to create cabinet drawers or maybe perhaps you want to retile the kitchen floor. You say to yourself that you can do it and you just cannot pay the extra buck for the help you “know” you do not need. The only problem is, you are wrong. It is true that quite…
The reality is that water damage in your home can sneak up on you and you may not even know you have a problem until its too late. Luckily, there are five common signs you can be on the lookout for so that you can catch any issues immediately and properly address the home repairs…
How do you keep cool in the summer? For most families, the air conditioner is just about the only thing that keeps hot, humid summers bearable. It’s great to have a pool or a lake-side cottage you can retreat to, but the AC unit is essential. Performing year-round air conditioner maintenance makes sure that your…
A well-designed home office has been found to help promote a better mood, enhance creativity, improve productivity and even boost your overall health! Yes, you read that right. It doesn’t matter whether you work on a tablet, desktop computer or a Macbook, making sure you have a functional and fashionable home office space to work…
Raise your hand if you’ve done this before. You get home from a long day of work — starving — and you walk into the kitchen. There’s food in your pantry and fridge, but it’s only base ingredients that would take hours to sauté or simmer down into a meal. So — still starving —…
A lot of buyers are interested in going green, so instead of letting them renovate a house after they make the purchase, incorporate fantastic eco-friendly features into the property ahead of time. Builders have the power to establish a home that appeals to this environmental commitment from the get-go. The first thing that you should…
Function doors, refer to doors that serve a function in and around the home. All doors aren’t made equally, which is why you need to choose the right door for every room. Whether you are modernizing your home, or are in the process of a construction project – it is important to consider what function…
Sometimes it can feel like your house has a mind of its own. Disaster can strike at any moment, in the form of an overflowing toilet or mold in the basement. Are you prepared for the worst? When chaos rears its ugly face in your home, don’t panic — you can handle it. Prepare first…
There are a myriad of reasons to rejuvenate your home, most of which will come back to you two-fold in terms of comfort or return for your money. For homeowners who are on the fence, consider the top 5 reasons to remodel your home this year. 1. Going Green The Earth is…
It always feels good to have some extra cash in your pocket and you only have to take a look around your home to see that there are loads of quick and easy ways to get your hands on that money. Having a clear out and selling items you no longer want is a no-brainer…