Ensuring the comfort of your home, an HVAC system demands ongoing care. Yet, numerous homeowners struggle to allocate time and resources for consistent AC maintenance. Consequently, HVAC components gradually deteriorate, necessitating eventual replacements or repairs. That said, you can prolong…
Have you ever wanted an off grid solar system to power your home or cottage? How about wind energy? I’d like to tell you a true story that you might find interesting . . . a story about a couple who…
If you care about indoor air quality in your home (and eliminating window condensation in winter), you should consider adding a heat recovery ventilator (HRV) to your home. This article explains how these devices are installed, and how you can…
Want to create an attractive, distressed finish on furniture and interior woodwork? Chalked paint is one of the most effective specialty finishes you can apply to create this effect, in part because its colour pallet takes you back at least…
Most basements are finished far more poorly than they should be, and exterior basement walls are often the most serious example of error. The common practice of using stud frame walls with fiber-based insulation against foundation walls is simply asking…
Are you ready for an unexpected HVAC breakdown? It’s not a matter of it, but when.When your system fails, emergency HVAC services are vital. They ensure your home stays safe and comfortable no matter what temperature it is outside. Regular…
Modern appliances and building techniques can make homes more sustainable and eco-friendly. When homeowners want to be more conscious about energy and water conservation, the first step is to learn how a new construction home can incorporate these features. Sustainable…
Personalization has become a crucial element in studio design. It significantly enhances functionality and user satisfaction by transforming a bare room into a dynamic space that meets practical needs and resonates with individual tastes and lifestyles. Whether setting up a…
Is your house smelling musty now that hot, humid weather has arrived? I often get seasonal questions at this at this time of year from homeowners with basements or slab-on-grade houses. The true solution to this problem is often surprising,…
I regularly get questions from subscribers, and some variation of the one below is fairly common . . . Question: How can I stop polyurethane from beading up on a mahogany table top I’m refinishing? The table came from a…
Late last fall I got an email from a friend, John, looking for advice on building a new set of stairs going down into the basement of the house he’s renovating. John is not a professional builder, and though he’s…
Everyone knows the telltale signs of a plumbing problem: a dripping faucet, a sluggish drain, or an overflowing toilet. But the scary stuff? Those are the hidden leaks, clogged sewer lines hiding under the ground, or water pressure that’s about…