by Rob Devlin | Mar 25, 2019 | Home Improvement
A major complaint among home owners is the musty smell, dampness and water damage that are signs of a wet basement or crawl space. In this country 60 percent of all houses suffer below ground wetness. Within the first 20 years there is an 80 to 90 percent...
by Rob Devlin | Feb 11, 2019 | Home Improvement
Do you know the warning signs that indicate that electrical could be an issue? Dimming lights Tripping circuit breakers Reliance on extension cords Overloading outlets Loose plugs Hot receptacles Strange or distinctive odors in the vicinity of receptacles or switches...
by Rob Devlin | Feb 6, 2019 | Home Improvement
Not all structural cracks are serious…but do you know which types of cracks can cause problems? Check it out! https://www.canadianhomeinspection.com/real-estate-resources/basement-wall-structure-components/structural-cracks/ Structural Cracks What are the...
by Rob Devlin | Jan 28, 2019 | Home Improvement
Are you thinking of kitchen renovations this winter? Something to consider… Reface or Replace!? That is a good question… Kitchen Cabinets – Reface or...
by Rob Devlin | Jan 21, 2019 | Home Improvement
Salt does do a great job of melting ice and snow through the winter but its bad news for your pets, the environment and your garden. Pets get salt on their paws which causes cracking, salt corrodes metal, damages concrete and wreaks havoc on your garden and lawn. With...
by Karen Wilson | May 24, 2017 | Home Improvement, Real Estate, Technology
By Jen Hill / Published by Dwell You may have heard the term LEED used to describe “green” or “sustainable” buildings. But what exactly is LEED and why would you choose to pursue it for your new home? We’re here to break down the mystery and clear up some questions...
by Karen Wilson | May 10, 2017 | Home Improvement, Uncategorized
by Sue Wadden, Director of Color Marketing, Sherwin-Williams Paints No one’s ready to declare kitchen neutrals or stainless appliances “over” But is there any question that bolder color is more welcome in kitchen design today than it was just a few years...
by Karen Wilson | May 1, 2017 | Home Improvement
An amazing renovation project in Kitchener. A Penthouse condo that has been transformed from traditional to edgy. A complete re-work of the floor plan to suit the client’s needs led the project to renew and revive every part of the space.
by Karen Wilson | Apr 19, 2017 | Home Improvement
Would you hire a lawyer that didn’t graduate law school and pass the bar? Or get a check-up from a doctor who hasn’t been to medical school and failed their MCATs but just has “talent”? What about getting a root canal done by a dentist who isn’t certified by the NDEB?...
by Karen Wilson | Apr 4, 2017 | Home Improvement
With warm days and cool nights come outdoor fêtes, fire pit gatherings, and poolside respites. These indoor-outdoor spaces from the AD archives, whether a screened porch or a pergola-shaded seating area, are perfect for alfresco entertaining and relaxing without...
by Jenny Higgins | Apr 3, 2017 | Health & Wellness, Home Improvement
Confidence gives you the power to conquer the world. Here’s how you can learn to be confident in all you do. Source: 5 Powerful Ways to Boost Your...
by Verve Electric Inc. | Mar 28, 2017 | Home Improvement
As a full service Licensed Electrical Contractor specializing in residential renovations, we’ve seen it all…almost 😉 When it comes to planning your renovation, there is so much to consider. So much in fact, that the small details can sometimes be...
by Karen Wilson | Mar 28, 2017 | Home Improvement
Known for its art de vivre and joie de vivre, France is a country with a rich cultural past. Source: 10 Modern Renovations to Unique Homes in...
by Sonal Raje | Mar 5, 2017 | Home Improvement
Too often in interior design, we see wall art treated as an afterthought. It’s what gets dealt with last, long after the final coat of paint has dried on the walls and all of the furniture has been artfully arranged, if it gets dealt with at all. Read more:...
by Arvinder Seehra | Jan 19, 2017 | Home Improvement
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by Karen Wilson | Jan 17, 2017 | Home Improvement
A new book celebrates amazing urban spaces in the sky. Fiona Macdonald picks out ten projects that have helped transform cities across the globe. Source: BBC – Culture – Ten of the world’s most incredible...
by Karen Wilson | Jan 17, 2017 | Home Improvement
INTERIOR WISDOM By: Karen Wilson August 16, 2016 “WINTER IS COMING.” Yes it is. Perhaps in a different way for those of us in Southern Ontario than those in Game of Thrones, but it’s coming nonetheless. It’s hard to imagine right now, with the humidity that has hit...