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Updated on August 12th, 2021
I live in Canada, and of course everyone knows Canada is a country that's cold enough to kill you for a good part of...Continue Reading
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Updated on October 24th, 2020
Although you may not live in Canada, as I do, the fact is that many homes around the world would benefit from more...Continue Reading
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Updated on August 12th, 2021
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Q&A OF THE WEEK: Insulating a 1950s Brick Bungalow
Updated on February 15th, 2021
Q: What’s the best way to insulate the double-brick walls of my small bungalow built in 1952 There’s just...Continue Reading
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Q&A of the Week: “What Type of New Furnace Sh...
Updated on May 14th, 2019
Q: What type of new furnace should I get My existing oil furnace has a problem and I’m getting an oil smell in the...Continue Reading
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Updated on August 12th, 2021
Most homes are insulated with some kind of fibre-based insulation such as fibreglass or rock wool, but for these...Continue Reading
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HOME RENO: Why Spray Foam Is Safe and Effective
Updated on August 12th, 2021
The first time I saw spray foam insulation in action was in the winter of 1988, while working as a carpenter on a...Continue Reading
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Updated on August 12th, 2021
Structural insulated panels (SIPs) are an alternative to stud frame construction for homes and small commercial...Continue Reading
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Updated on August 12th, 2021
When it comes to managing home heating costs, identifying the most economical energy source is not always simple One...Continue Reading
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Episode#5: LIFE@Bailey Line Road
Updated on July 8th, 2021
Dryer Vent, Snowy Pasture, Spray Foam, Warm Floors: ⇐ Click left to watch a quick video tour of what I...Continue Reading
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VIDEO: Where to Find Financial Help for Insulation Upgrades
Updated on August 12th, 2021
Governments everywhere apply extra taxes on energy products, so it's only right that property owners get some of that...Continue Reading
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How Canada-Proof is Your House?
Updated on July 8th, 2021
Canada dishes out some of the most extreme climate conditions on the planet, and whether or not you actually live...Continue Reading