Water seepage may require professional help

Question: Can you tell me why I have seepage in my basement walls at the base? I live in the West End in an older house. It happens only in the part of the basement that faces the back of . . .

Posted: 2020-06-27

Spacious design perfect for a growing family

Oak Bluff bungalow loaded with style and function

While many new home buyers ask a builder to build them a 1, 400-square-foot bungalow, the builder will often suggest a 1, 700 sq. ft. design for two reasons. First, the cost associated with adding on an extra 300 sq. . . .

Posted: 2020-06-27

Learn the phases of home construction before you build

A very common and important question most new home buyers ask when looking at building a new home is, how long will it take to be built? As you can guess, there is no standard answer. It will be different . . .

Posted: 2020-06-27

Affordable West End masterpiece

Traditional meets modern in charming turn-of-the-century home

While the exterior of a home doesn’t necessarily indicate what it will look like inside, an exceptional exterior is usually a sign of good things to come. The exterior of 694 Banning St. — with its brick walkway, charming front porch . . .

Posted: 2020-06-27

Festivities Without the Festivals

This summer is likely going to look different than last. With responsible distancing encouraged, Manitobans can’t gather in quite the same fashion that we’re used to. And with so many events that we look forward to all winter long now . . .

Posted: 2020-06-26

A whole new way of life

State-of-the-art manufactured homes never looked so good

It’s common knowledge Winnipeg lacks affordable housing options, especially for first-time homebuyers and seniors looking to downsize. Safety and convenience are always a consideration as is the amount of upkeep and operating costs. Until now, an energy efficiency home in . . .

Posted: 2020-06-25

This deck is on the level

Working on the ground not always easier

Although a ground-level deck may minimize lumber requirements by eliminating the need for railings and a staircase, thereby lowering overall costs— the construction of a low-level deck presents other challenges often overlooked. The framework of a standard deck support system is . . .

Posted: 2020-06-20

Miss Millie's Flower Farm a growing success

Pandemic has increased our appetite for fresh flowers

These days growing and direct marketing cut flowers is a great business opportunity for someone who loves flowers and does not mind working long hours. For Jodi Friesen, owner of Miss Millie’s Flower Farm in Marquette — turning her business . . .

Posted: 2020-06-20

Use steel wool to restore that worn-out wok

Question: I read that one could restore a wok, but I cannot find the information. Although I have never used any sharp utensils on the wok, the centre is black and the food sticks. Any suggestions? Many thanks, Aurise Answer: It . . .

Posted: 2020-06-20

Grandpa Mountain brings out the kid in all of us

Repurposed water tank doubles as storm shelter

Reading today’s column may save your life! But before we get to that, let’s have a much needed chuckle shall we. I get some very interesting, and much appreciated feedback to these columns. This one’s priceless. The writer has asked to remain . . .

Posted: 2020-06-20