Budget-friendly Upgrades

A couple of casual comments that I get a lot of are “the cost of renovations are so expensive!” and “we can’t afford to move
Winter Wind Protection
It is almost regular content on the news this fall – reports on the estimated effects of what this extreme El Nino weather may bring.
Choosing the Right Systems
This week I am going to touch on three subjects that see more use and need more understanding with winter approaching.
How to Solve Ice Damming on Older Homes
One area of a roof that deserves closer attention when it comes to water invasion and structural damage over time is the edge
Caulking
During a visit to my local hardware store recently the store manager stopped me with a question.
Damaged Walkways:
Other than parts of lower British Columbia and the southern tip of Ontario where frost is not a major issue, most concrete walkways
Is a Home Generator Becoming a Necessity?

The benefits of a home generator installation are well known to those who live in a rural location or coastal areas
An Added Direction: Climate Resilience Roofing

A couple of weeks ago it was brought to my attention that the first anniversary of writing this column had just passed.
Understanding and Monitoring Basic Indoor Air Quality

It is no secret that the world’s air quality is declining, in some areas rapidly and this is certainly affecting the human race.
Is Your Deck Safe? 5 Things to Check Before You Step Outside
While there are no current statistics for Canada, in the United States from the period of 2020