Subtle to Not So Subtle Gutter Failure Signs

Your gutters are great communicators. They’re on the job 24/7 protecting your home from the elements. And they’re not shy about telling when something isn’t quite right. From the subtle to not so subtle signs of gutter failure, pay attention… Read More »

Ways to Add Value to Your Home’s Exterior

Your home’s exterior is the first thing people see when they come to visit. It should be as welcoming and inviting as the interior. Thoughtfully chosen home improvement projects are a good return on your investment, increase the value of… Read More »

Increase Your Business’s Curb Appeal

While curb appeal is often associated with residential homes, it is just as important for small businesses and business owners. A potential customer who arrives at a boutique or a restaurant or a yoga studio might decide not to enter… Read More »

How to Protect Your Home from Moss and Algae

Your home’s exterior is the first thing a visitor or passerby sees. Dirt, green streaks, or neglected gutters – any marks, stains and streaking – can turn your house into a blot on the neighbourhood. Dark patches might be a… Read More »

How to Protect Your Home from Wildfires

While Metro Vancouver experiences a lower direct wildfire threat, residential areas of Vancouver, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Burnaby, Surrey, and other cities in the lower mainland that border forests and mountainous terrain are at a slightly higher risk. In addition… Read More »

A Pet-Friendly Backyard for Cats and Dogs

When you have pets, designing and maintaining a pet-friendly backyard doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. Create zones specifically for relaxing and playing. Make your outdoor living spaces a good place for your four-legged friends to be by incorporating… Read More »

Culprits that Can Harm Your Roof

Regardless of the roofing materials, even the most well-constructed roof is vulnerable to damage. Common culprits that can harm your roof and threaten its ability to protect your home from the elements include wind, moss growth, and neglected gutters. Weather… Read More »

Going on Vacation? Tips to Protect Your Home

Whether it’s a day trip to White Rock or a weekend getaway on Bowen Island or a two-week adventure in the Okanagan Valley, you expect to find your home exactly as you left it. But things can happen even in… Read More »

Vertical Gardening for Small Yards

If you live in a condo, an apartment with a small balcony, or a house with a tiny garden, you might think that growing your own strawberries, chives, and lettuce is not possible because you have a small yard. In… Read More »

Senior-Friendly Outdoor Living Spaces

As we age, it’s more important than ever to be able spend as much time outdoors as we can. Staying in your family home is important to you. Which is why you’ve made those changes that make it easier to… Read More »