Cold basements: Is a lack of cold air ducting to blame?

Modern living room with a fireplace, wall-mounted TV, light wood floors, an L-shaped sofa, bar area with marble countertop, and a glass-enclosed wine cellar. Neutral colors and recessed lighting create a cozy, upscale atmosphere.

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?…

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How to choose the right home renovation contractor

A construction worker wearing a hard hat and holding blueprints shakes hands with another person, symbolizing agreement or partnership at a worksite.

How to choose the right home renovation contractor Finding the right renovation contractor for your home renovation project is a little bit like dating. The first step is looking for prospective contractors before choosing ‘the one’ you’d like to get to know a little better. Here’s what you need to know to find and interview…

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Do I need a building permit for my home renovation?

A person in a red shirt stands in a room under renovation, looking at exposed wall studs and lath. A ladder and construction debris are visible, with light coming in through nearby windows.

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,…

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Home renovations: Should I hire a pro or DIY?

Two people shake hands over architectural blueprints on a table, discussing home renovations, with a yellow hard hat, a small model house, a pen, a plant, and a laptop nearby—raising the important question: 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…

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Welcome to the CHBA Blog

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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