Build It Right the First Time

When the first inquiry about building a deck arrives I can tell that spring is not far away! Outdoor living space has become one of the fastest growing segments . . .

Understanding the Terminology

Over the past couple of weeks I wrote on home insurance and some of the issues. A number of people asked what this or that “climate-related term” really meant.

Water Intrusion In the Home

Based upon statistics from 2024 and a small number of 2025 reports, claims for water damage in Canadian homes make up near, or in some provinces, just over half of

Rates Up, Coverage Down

It’s around this time of year that I start seeing questions arrive in my inbox about putting an addition onto their home and this year is no different.

Sustainable Small Steps…

This week is a bit off-the-beaten path as far as renovation advice goes. If you have followed this column at any time during the six months I have been writing it,

Get Low-Flow Without

For years we lived with conventional shower sets in most homes. They provided an invigorating morning “wake-up” to start our day.

How Toilets Have Evolved…

I have had a number of requests for information on various home fixtures, so today we start with the toilet, usages and the benefits of a bidet.

Planning on Replacing Your Roof?

I offer non-profit organizations, municipalities and professional groups a “one hour then take questions presentation” on housing and the climate crisis

Is Adding an ADU Worth The Cost and Effort?

For the past three weeks I have covered the history of factory-built homes, different methods of construction and how to buy one. During this period I got a number of inquiries, surprisingly by a number of actual housing trades.

Beyond Factory-Built

For the past three weeks I have covered the history of factory-built homes,
different methods of construction and how to buy one. During this period I got a number of inquiries,