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A finished basement is an incredibly valuable asset in a home, providing extra storage or living space to suit your needs. However, its below-ground location means your basement can be vulnerable to extreme weather, with heavy rainfall risking the cost and damage of flooding.  Fortunately, there are several home improvement steps you can take to…

Tankless water heaters are just what they sound like—hot water on demand without the need for a tank. Instead of heating water and then storing it in a large tank until you’re ready to use it, a tankless water heater heats on-demand, allowing for a steady flow of hot water whenever you need it. Tankless water…

Replacing your roof can be one of the most significant home improvement projects do you for your home. It takes careful planning to get the work completed efficiently and on schedule. Most importantly, the time of year that you book a contractor can have a major impact on how long the work will take. It's…

A basement renovation is a great way to increase your living space without the disruption of moving. However, it's a major project to take on, and it needs to be planned carefully to deliver results you'll be happy with for years to come. Here's what to think about before taking the plunge and hiring a…

According to experts, indoor air can actually contain more pollutants than outdoor air. That’s a lot to consider when it comes to the health of your family. Fortunately, there are air quality solutions available to help optimize the condition and comfort of your home. Here are a few signs that it might be time to consider air…

When you need to keep your home comfortably cool in summer, there are two main HVAC options available. An air conditioner is the most common choice, but there's another type of unit that could be even more efficient, depending on your local climate.  A heat pump does double duty by cooling in the summer and…

One essential for any dream kitchen renovation is to have an on-demand supply of healthy drinking water straight from your kitchen taps. No more purchasing heavy jugs of water at the store, throwing away tons of plastic bottles, or having to wait forever for a pitcher to filter your water for you. There’s a better…

Adding a hot tub to your backyard can make a huge difference when it comes to your outdoor relaxation time. Unlike a regular pool, which is costly to install and time-consuming to maintain, a hot tub is surprisingly affordable to install and only takes a fraction of the upkeep. However, it's still a major investment,…

You might not fully appreciate the cooling benefits of your air conditioner until it stops working on a hot summer day. Often, this happens at the worst possible time, when a particularly hot day puts an old or faulty unit under too much stress. Recognizing the signs that your air conditioner is developing a problem…

Air pollution is an unfortunate fact of life in most urban environments, whether it's caused by traffic exhaust fumes or industrial activity. While most people recognize the dangers caused by unchecked pollution outdoors, the air quality inside their own homes is often overlooked.  Poor indoor air quality can have serious impacts on your health and well-being,…