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Three Tips For Hiring a Great Renovation Contractor
Three Tips For Hiring a Great Renovation Contractor Home renovations can be one of the biggest single expenses most people ever take on, and the success of your project depends a lot on the contractor you choose. The crazy thing is, people often put more thought into selecting a shirt than into finding a contractor…
Should You Do It Yourself?
Should You Do It Yourself? Planning a DIY renovation project? Here are some questions to ask yourself first. Do you have the skills? Many of today’s home improvement products make it easy for do-it-yourselfers, but other projects require specialized skills. Seeing something done on a television renovation show isn’t the same as having practical experience. Getting…
CdnBuilt: Reid’s Heritage Homes Helps Open Nephrology Clinic at McMaster Children’s Hospital
#CdnBuilt: Reid’s Heritage Homes Helps Open Nephrology Clinic at McMaster Children’s Hospital “Our daughter Kayla’s life was saved by the teams at McMaster Children’s Hospital,” write Charlotte and Tim Blevins of Reid’s Heritage Homes. In 2011, Kayla Blevin developed a severe E. coli infection, leaving her with life-threatening kidney failure and sending her to McMaster’s Children’s Hospital in…
5 facts you need to know about heating your home
5 facts you need to know about heating your home As Canadians, we rely on heating systems more than most nations in the world. But our need doesn’t necessarily translate into knowledge. If you’re unhappy with the comfort or cost of keeping your home warm in winter, here are some things to consider. Insulation…
Cold basements: Is a lack of cold air ducting to blame?
Cold basements: Is a lack of cold air ducting to blame? The season has changed to fall, and in many corners of Canada, the temperature is getting chilly in the evenings. As winter fast approaches (sigh), it’s time to make sure your home heating is in order. Many people struggle with cold basements, but why?…
How to make changes once a renovation begins
How to make changes once a renovation begins Your dream renovation is underway. You found the right contractor, checked their references, agreed on the plans and schedule, and most importantly, signed a contract that includes a warranty. But you’ve just found the perfect lighting fixture or floor tile, and it’s different than what’s in your contract. Or you’ve opened up…
CHBA-NL & Habitat for Humanity Partnership Strengthens #CdnBuilt Communities
CHBA-NL & Habitat for Humanity Partnership Strengthens #CdnBuilt Communities For the past decade, the Canadian Home Builders’ Association – Newfoundland and Labrador (CHBA-NL) has collaborated with Habitat for Humanity Newfoundland and Labrador (Habitat NL) to effect positive change in their community. Newfoundland’s First Tiny Home is one result of this partnership. In March 2016, just prior to…
Everything you need to know before hiring a contractor
Everything you need to know before hiring a contractor Before hiring a contractor for your home renovation or repair project, here are some important questions you need to answer. Remember that professional contractors can provide clear answers to your questions. If they can’t, they’re not the right contractor for you. Before hiring a contractor,…
How to avoid common bathroom renovation mistakes
How to avoid common bathroom renovation mistakes If you’re planning on updating your bathroom or are currently undergoing a bathroom renovation, remember that achieving a great space isn’t just about choosing great tiles, cabinets and fixtures. Real renovation success depends on getting the hidden technical details right behind the scenes. Take the exhaust fan,…