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Embark on your journey to home ownership in Canada with invaluable insights into renovation tips, finding professional contractors, and understanding the stages of home building. The CHBA Blog is perfect for first-time buyers and seasoned homeowners alike, offering practical advice for every step of the process. Learn how to plan for a new home, navigate the construction process, and execute smart renovations, whether you choose to DIY or hire a professional.
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Do I need a building permit for my home renovation?
Do I need a building permit for my home renovation? You dream of removing a wall in your kitchen to redesign a beautiful room with space for cooking and entertaining, but do you need a building permit? Your living room gets dark in the afternoon so you’re considering hiring a contractor to add another window,…
Home renovations: Should I hire a pro or DIY?
Home renovations: Should I hire a pro or DIY? It might be a bigger bathroom or a finished basement – whichever room you’re looking to change, a renovation can be a big project. If you’re considering whether it’s easier to do it yourself (DIY) or to hire a home renovation pro, get informed before you…
Five kitchen flooring ideas you’ll love for your home renovation
Kitchens are high-traffic rooms that need exceptional flooring. Besides having to look good, kitchen flooring needs to withstand spills, food, sliding chairs, dropped dishes and the occasional mopping. Here are the pros and cons of the five top kitchen flooring choices. Ceramics, porcelain and stone tiles: Ceramics are a favourite for kitchens because they’re tough,…
Seven elements to include in your home renovation contract
“A verbal contract isn’t worth the paper it’s written on.” While historians disagree on who came up with this timeless quote, its accuracy isn’t questioned. That’s why when you hire someone to work on your home, you need a written home renovation contract. Seven features of a good home renovation contract A contract can be…
How to stop window condensation in your home
If beads of water run down the inside of your windows during cold weather, also known as window condensation, it’s not necessarily a sign you’ve got bad windows. It’s likely your windows are doing what they’re supposed to do — keeping outdoor air outside. Wet windows can indicate two different but related problems. Indoor humidity…
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