When you’re thinking about your home’s resale value home improvements such as a new roof, gutters, siding, or kitchen readily spring to mind. However, your home’s exterior is the first thing visitors see, whether they’re friends coming for a visit… Read More »
While it does seem more like spring here in the Lower Mainland, winter still might throw a few surprises at us. Water damage can cost a homeowner a lot of money. Most of us are aware that standard home insurance… Read More »
Winter is hard on a home – wind pummeling the roof and siding; lots of rain and snow in the gutters; grimy windows reducing available winter daylight. While most of us are in spring mode since the weather turned milder,… Read More »
Water damage can have a serious impact on your home, its structure, and the health of you and your family. One of the main sources of leaks, aside from obvious plumbing issues, is the roof. To complicate matters, roof leaks… Read More »
The functional aspect of windows is clear: they let natural light into the interior of a home and permit people to see out or look in. They also allow fresh air to enter while preventing warm air from escaping. Windows… Read More »
When the garage is attached to the house or is detached but can be clearly seen from the street, it can detract from the overall appearance of your property if it’s old or worn. It doesn’t mean tearing down and… Read More »
Pests are a nuisance. Eek factor aside, when pests invade a home they can spread disease, contaminate foodstuffs, and cause allergic reactions. You might think there would be fewer creepy crawlies in the winter months, but just like us, when… Read More »
As we head into 2022 many of us have plans and goals for our careers, family, friends, and homes. Since we’re still spending a lot of time indoors, planning home improvements for the New Year makes sense. While some are… Read More »
Cleaning the gutters, organizing the garage, washing the siding – they are some of the necessary home maintenance tasks that keep your house functional, comfortable, and safe. But for many homeowners, it’s an uphill battle to make time for everything… Read More »
A person might want to walk on the roof of their house for several reasons. While it appears to be the most efficient way to hang holiday lights or fix a leak or clear debris off the roof shingles so… Read More »
