Spring projects already looking for attention

Mustard has big plans for his grandsons

Spring having sprung, we switch our focus from moving snow from here to there (especially this winter), to the much more pleasant “PROJECTS” department. And no question, probably as with so many of you, I have a lengthy list of projects . . .

Posted: 2022-03-26

Under the watchful eye of Old Man Winter

Fascia replacement a tepid task

It’s often been the belief that a contractor avoids renovating or even properly maintaining his or her own house and property, simply because most days are filled achieving those very tasks, for clients. This may be the case for some . . .

Posted: 2022-03-26

Luxury downtown apartments ready to go

Soho Flats in The Exchange a breath of fresh air

Back in 2019, Centre Venture Winnipeg put out a request for proposals on a compact parcel of land at the corner of Logan Avenue and Princess Street. The eventual winner was CIAO Developments and Raviia Capital, developers based in Calgary and . . .

Posted: 2022-03-26

Registered Energy Advisor Training program brings opportunity

Buildings, including our homes, account for 18 per cent of Canada’s greenhouse gas emissions. To help reduce these emissions, the federal government has recently launched a green retrofit grant program to assist homeowners to improve the efficiency of their homes. . . .

Posted: 2022-03-26

Distinguished and desirable in Armstrong's Point

Large home loaded with features — and history

No matter what street you might drive or walk down as you wander about the city, there always seems to be one home that has a commanding presence that draws your eye to it. One such home is 40 East Gate . . .

Posted: 2022-03-26

Still time to check out the Spring Parade of Homes

While the 2022 Spring Parade of Homes officially concludes tomorrow at 5 p.m., your chance to visit Manitoba’s newest show homes won’t end on Sunday afternoon. Most show homes that have been part of the Parade will remain open for viewing . . .

Posted: 2022-03-19

Electric water heater has advantages over gas-fired units

Question: We had a gas high-efficiency furnace installed in our 1991 built, one-storey house, about eight years ago. Seven years ago, our gas water heater was changed, with no modifications made to the chimney. I heard that a chimney liner . . .

Posted: 2022-03-19

Teamwork a big part of the reno process

Contractors, homeowners and suppliers must all work together

When the ETAs from various suppliers differ, it is important to pre-order required items well in advance, to ensure deliveries coincide with the anticipated timeline of the project at hand. And this co-ordination becomes even more complex when it involves . . .

Posted: 2022-03-19

Are you ready to garden?

Horticulturist Melinda Myers shares smart tips to help you grow your best garden

The 35th Annual Gardening Saturday will be held on April 9 at the Alerus Center in Grand Forks. Sponsored by North Dakota State University Extension and the Grand Forks Horticultural Society, the theme for this year’s event is Renew in . . .

Posted: 2022-03-19

Selling old stuff to get new old stuff

Mustard is moving his merchandise one piece at a time

While writing this on Tuesday all I’m asking is that by the time you’re reading this the snow has melted enough to stop my latest rescue, Great Pyrenees mix Clementine, from jumping over the fence. Please. Oh please. Thank you. In other . . .

Posted: 2022-03-19