Five kitchen flooring ideas you’ll love for your home renovation

February 14, 2017
Modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, stylish kitchen flooring in dark wood, a large window above the sink, and a bowl of fruit on the counter. Natural light brightens the space.

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,…

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Seven elements to include in your home renovation contract

February 10, 2017
A close-up of a hand holding a silver pen and filling out a home renovation contract on white paper. The background is blurred, drawing focus to the writing hand and the detailed document.

“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…

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How to stop window condensation in your home

February 7, 2017
A close-up of window condensation, with water droplets clinging to the glass panes. Sunlight filters through the cloudy surface, casting a soft glow. A latch is visible at the bottom of the window.

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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Welcome to the CHBA Blog

February 1, 2017
A charming blue cottage with steep peaked roofs and warm yellow lights, featured in a recent CHBA blog, sits surrounded by tall trees on a dirt clearing, boasting a wraparound porch and large windows.

Find everything you need to know about home ownership in Canada. Whether it’s renovation tips, finding a professional contractor,  understanding the stages of home building – and more – this is a great place to start. Owning a home in Canada: What you need to know, and why Am I ready to buy my first…

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