Pre-Vacay Home Prep
Posted on Mar 06, 2025
If you are planning a vacation, in order to make sure things go smoothly, it’s wise to prepare your home before you go away. Here is a helpful pre-vacation home checklist:
- Don’t tell everyone about your vacation or post about it on social media – the fewer people who know your home is empty, the safer.
- If you are in a house, ask a neighbour to keep a...
Interior Painting 101: Making Sense of Finishes
Posted on Feb 27, 2025
If you are thinking of sprucing up your property with a fresh coat of paint, the first thing that comes to mind is the colour. But to accomplish the look you are trying to achieve, an equal amount of thought should go into the type of paint sheen you will use, which is how much light reflects off the paint. For a rundown of the most common sheens r...
Planning for a Spring Reno
Posted on Feb 20, 2025
To begin, it’s best to create a budget, determining how much you can afford to spend, including wiggle room for unexpected costs. There’s no telling what you may uncover behind a wall, above a ceiling, or under a floor.After you know what you can afford, shop around for a contractor. Get at least three quotes from reputable contractors. Ensure that...