In recent years, the ways in which we use our home spaces have greatly changed. Whether homeowners seek to have more utility out of their yards instead of just aesthetics, or interior designs that offer more than just a look, the need to transform our homes can be seen everywhere. And washrooms are not to […]

When you go to hire a professional, you want the best of the best. And as with any professional service, choosing the best plumber can be difficult. Especially when you have an immediate plumbing emergency, it can be frustrating to waste time on your search. With so much competition, including some bad business practices that […]

It’s a nagging drip drip drip or a clogged pipe, how hard of a fix could it be? Well, some plumbing problems look like a simple fix. But it’s precisely those moments that you end up knee-deep in mucky water, or cause yourself an even larger repair bill. Everyone likes to DIY– you learn a […]

The temperatures are finally rising. The snow is finally melting. And somewhere in the woods, the bears and bumblebees are shaking off the drowsiness of their months-long hibernation. Over the coming days and weeks those woodland critters—much like us—will be hard at work on preparing their homes for the hum of their summer activities. However, […]

It’s little wonder that Chinese water torture ranks among the worst forms of punishment ever invented. Anyone with a leaky faucet can attest to just how torturous the monotonous “drip, drip, drip” can be, regardless of whether that tiny droplet is falling on your forehead or into a sink. By now, you’ve probably tried everything […]

Let us know if this has happened to know you. You’re listening to your mortgage broker talk to you about the equity in your home when, in mid-sentence, your eyes glaze over and you begin to hear, “Money, money, money, mortgage, interest rates, money, money.” Then something similar happened to you when you were listening […]

The new year brings with it tons of new trends. What was in vogue in 2021 might not be so fashionable in 2022. And while trying to stay on top of the latest fads and fashions can feel kind of like a bad game of “keeping up with the Joneses”, there’s nothing quite as satisfying […]

Being a homeowner is rewarding, but it’s hard work too. While decorating is fun and high-impact, more often than not, your hard-earned money is going toward things that are, well, not all that pretty. These include new shingles, replacing weathered windows, and taking care of moisture in your basement. One feature we are often asked […]

After a brilliant summer—and mercifully extended and unusually warm autumn—we’re finally headed into the grip of winter. When the weather does actually turn arctic and the ski slopes get more traffic than Highway 400, there are few comforts quite as nice as a hot shower. Unless, of course, your water heater gives out. We’ve all […]

Low water pressure in a shower can be frustrating, but the good news is that you don’t always have to call in a plumber because it is sometimes possible to deal with this problem on your own. There are several common causes of low water pressure that you can troubleshoot and repair on your own, […]