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 »

Home Exterior Maintenance for Seniors

Aging in place is a priority for many seniors. But living independently can be challenging when it comes to maintaining the outside of your house. It is definitely worth the effort if it means you can remain in the place… Read More »

Clean Your Windows like a Pro this Spring

Washing the windows this spring increases curb appeal, improves the energy-efficiency of your home, and extends their lifespan. Dirty windows might be somewhere at the bottom of your spring home maintenance chores list. But dirt and grime reduce natural light,… Read More »

How Landscaping Increases Your Property Values

A home is your biggest investment and looking after it is more than about how it looks. Home improvements such as a new roof, gutters, or siding can boost resale value should you put your house on the market in… Read More »

Ways to Protect Your Roof this Spring

Rainfall, storms, and windy days test a roof’s resistance and durability. Maintaining your home’s exterior is a cost-effective way to protect your property from roof failure and structural damage. As you’re doing seasonal home maintenance tasks, here are some smart… Read More »

Decluttering Your Home’s Exterior

Just as the rooms of our homes need decluttering every now and then, so does the outside of our houses. Decluttering your home’s exterior simplifies spring home maintenance tasks because there will be fewer items you’ll have to move around.… Read More »