Tankless water heaters likely not worth it here

Question: What is your opinion on tankless water heaters, particularly for use in the Winnipeg climate? Are they worth the cost and can they provide water hot enough in the winter when the temperature of the water entering the house . . .

Posted: 2021-03-06

Trapped in your garage lately?

Trapp Doors has been serving Manitobans for more than 25 years

Ever been trapped in your garage by your own garage door? If there’s one thing I’m not going to do today it’s make trap door jokes just because the subject of this column is Gerry Trapp of Trapp Doors. Nope. Not . . .

Posted: 2021-03-06

Slick storage

Lower-level closet gets long overdue makeover

Although renovations have remained steady of late, there was a period at the onset of the pandemic last March that resulted in just under three months of downtime. As a result, the jobs scheduled during that period were for the most-part . . .

Posted: 2021-03-06

Tested tips for a successful Spring Parade of Homes

The 2021 Spring Parade of Homes is well underway! Despite some winter weather stubbornly sticking around, visitors were still able to head out during the first week of the Spring Parade and visit many of the great show homes on . . .

Posted: 2021-03-06

Distinguished digs

Check out this elegant and efficient Bridgwater Trails two-storey in the MHBA Spring Parade of Homes -- ON NOW!

In years gone by, a lot at least 50 feet wide would have been required to accommodate a 2, 046-square-foot, two-storey home. That’s no longer the case today, says Dave Mick, new home sales consultant for the Hampton, Randall Homes’ 2021 . . .

Posted: 2021-03-06

Hidden gem

Updated North Kildonan bi-level tucked away in the city

One of the last places you’d expect to find an isolated, rather countrified retreat is on the west side of Lagimodiere Boulevard just south of the Perimeter Highway. Yet, there it is: a tidy-looking bi-level situated at the very end of . . .

Posted: 2021-03-06

How to make that DIY paint job look more professional

Experts share advice on choosing colours, prepping, dealing with edges and more

As restless renters and homeowners search for ways to spruce up their living spaces during the pandemic, they often find themselves in the paint-swatch aisle. It’s easy to see why. Painting is one of the quickest and cheapest ways to . . .

Posted: 2021-02-27

Boil water and vinegar to clean your microwave

Question: I use my microwave about three or four times per day, it is three years old and smells like food. What is the best way to freshen it, so that it doesn’t look and smell disgusting? Samson Answer: Pour 1/4-cup of . . .

Posted: 2021-02-27

Taking care of our builders guests

WELCOME TO THE 2021 SPRING PARADE OF HOMES. The Manitoba Home Builders’ Association is proud to present our annual exhibition of new homes. With 99 new homes on display this spring, the MHBA showcase remains the largest and best Parade of . . .

Posted: 2021-02-27

In Memoriam Derek Thorsteinson

The MHBA was saddened to learn of the passing of Derek Thorsteinson on December 31, 2020

For over 30 years, Derek was a leader in Manitoba’s residential construction industry. A proud and respected member of the MHBA, Derek served as Chair of the Board of Directors twice, in 1992/1993 and 2002/2003. In addition to being Manitoba’s . . .

Posted: 2021-02-27