TORONTO – There are few things more off-putting to a potential home buyer than signs of previous basement flooding, so it is important to know how to flood-proof a basement. With flooding sometimes an issue after heavy rains, the City of Toronto regularly draws attention to its Basement Flooding Protection Subsidy Program for homeowners looking […]
Design Trend: Incorporating Reclaimed Wood
Barn Board Provides Rustic Décor Touch; Environmental Peace of Mind TORONTO – Across the province of Ontario, rural residents have begun to dismantle many of their properties’ aging wooden buildings – barns in particular – due to the structures’ danger to safety, disuse, or generally poor condition. The wood from these dated structures – known […]
Your Green Home: Installing a Rain Barrel
YORK REGION – With the memory of 2013’s epic GTA rainstorm still fresh in area residents’ minds, more and more Greater Toronto homeowners are looking towards creative solutions for managing excess storm water. With households across Canada beginning to take interest in chemical-free gardening, many eco-friendly homeowners are turning to the humble rain barrel – […]
2014: Year of the Home Reno
Canadians Opening their Wallets to Improve Home Value GREATER TORONTO – These days, it’s hard to surf through Canadian TV channels without seeing at least one or two home improvement shows like the ones on HGTV Canada – a relatively new specialty network that puts the focus on real estate, curb appeal, and home renovation. […]
Your Green Home: Spring into 2014 with Eco-Friendly Purchases
Ontario Power Authority’s “saveONenergy” coupon program offers April savings for green home investments GREATER TORONTO – With the weather warming and spring cleaning efforts likely underway, April is a popular time for homeowners to look at ways they can boost their energy efficiency at home. After all, you’ll be calling that air conditioner unit back […]
Your Green Home: Installing an Insulated Garage Door
MARKHAM – If you live in an older home, you’ve probably thought about replacing your garage doors for aesthetic reasons – with many contemporary styles available, who wouldn’t? Here’s a pleasant surprise for home owners: replacing your garage door can make your home greener and more energy efficient, too. This month’s instalment of the Green […]
Your Green Home: Installing an Energy-Smart Setback Thermostat
MARKHAM – Mother Nature notwithstanding, it’s going to get warmer and warmer outside – and the time has come to start thinking about air conditioning costs. Your thermostat is the key to keeping home climate control energy-conscious – while making sure the temperature is comfortable when you’re inside the house. “Setback” or programmable thermostats have […]
A GTA Home Owner’s Guide to Repairing, Cleaning, and Replacing Eavestroughs
GTA REAL ESTATE – A few weeks ago, we posted a piece on preparing your garden for the summertime – a great way to get the jump on boosting your curb appeal. But what else do home buyers look at when they’re examining the exterior of a home? One very important aspect of your home […]
Spring Gardening Tips and Advice
GTA REAL ESTATE TIPS – Along with interior staging and repairs, outdoor landscaping and gardening is a crucial part of getting your Toronto home ready to sell. After all, “curb appeal” – the buyers’ first impression of your property when driving up to it – is one of the biggest factors that will determine the […]
Green Home Series: Installing a Drain Water Heat Recovery System
In the competitive GTA real estate market, buyers are becoming more and more discerning when it comes to a home’s energy costs and environmentally-conscious features. Our new Green Home Series will take a look at some of the practical, effective changes you can implement in order to make your home more efficient and eco-friendly. Ever […]