MHBA builders and renovators aim for the highest standards

Ongoing professional development is a key piece of what differentiates a Manitoba Home Builders’ Association member from other residential construction companies in Manitoba. MHBA builder and renovator members keep up to date with the newest information and trends, the latest . . .

Posted: 2021-11-13

Clearing the air on furnace flow

A well-sealed house may need better ventilation

Question: I had a high-efficiency furnace installed last year and I have a gas water heater as well. I didn’t get a hard sell from the furnace seller about back-draft problems, but he did mention it to me. I live . . .

Posted: 2017-08-26

Stop using humidifier to improve home air quality

Question: I have a humidifier in the furnace room with a dial switch 10-75 in my home in Edmonton. I believe this is percentage. It also has a switch from winter to summer on it, which just opens the channel . . .

Posted: 2015-12-05

Get a few steps ahead on those spring projects

While the deep-freeze types of temperatures we’ve experienced this winter may have left you feeling as if spring could never come, now is actually the time of year when many homeowners begin planning for those renovation projects they want to . . .

Posted: 2019-02-16

MIKE HOLMES: Don't let your roof crack under pressure

Whether it snows or not, we probably have about two and a half more months of this winter wonderland. Maybe three, depending on where you live. And even though Jack Frost was a slow starter this year, he always means . . .

Posted: 2011-12-31

MIKE HOLMES: Moving on up

Elevator, chair lift alternatives to selling home

It's inevitable: We're all getting older. And when that happens, many homeowners will be faced with the hard decision to sell their home since they can't manage when the stairs become too hard to handle, and their legs just aren't . . .

Posted: 2009-06-21

Shelf appreciation

Update your space with open shelving

Replacing bulky cabinets with open shelving can give a kitchen breathing space. If you can afford to lose a bit of storage, the options for decorative display are endless.This lovely kitchen photo, courtesy of CIL Paints, is a great example . . .

Posted: 2016-02-06

TINY home away from HOME

Backyard gazebo provides peace and protection

Even with a beautiful and functional deck in the backyard, homeowners sometimes long for another option that allows outdoor lounging while protected from the bugs and elements. At a recent jobsite, phase two of a backyard rehabilitation got underway shortly . . .

Posted: 2024-08-24

Some assembly required

Backyard shed a tricky but satisfying build

I don’t often take on projects that simply require assembly. Pre-fab pergolas and storage sheds usually come with a detailed set of instructions and can be assembled by virtually anyone within a day or two. So, I initially hesitated when . . .

Posted: 2025-08-30

Adding rigid insulation to new home will enhance comfort, efficiency

Question: We are building a new home, with the exterior finish being stucco. We are toying with the idea of installing some type of solid insulation over the sheeting, to reduce heat loss through the wood studs. Is this . . .

Posted: 2023-02-04