Space and options added to classic Seattle home

SEATTLE —One of these Tudors is not like the others. From the street, it’s hard to tell: the classic Ballard neighbourhood radiates timeless Seattle charm, and Dan and Jen Plumb’s lovely and definitely charming 1929 home blends in beautifully. Out back, . . .

Posted: 2020-02-01

Recurring ice problems remedied by adding or relocating downspouts

Question: In winter, the sidewalk that leads to my front door, as well as the porch in front of the front door, becomes incredibly icy. I asked my handyman to take a look and he said that the problem has . . .

Posted: 2020-02-01

Magic carpet

Old floor coverings perfect for repurposing

Waste drives me crazy!The catalyst for this declaration is because I’m thinking of replacing the carpet in three bedrooms. I have a plan for the old carpet. I have a big shed in my backyard, 42’ x 60’, with a crushed . . .

Posted: 2020-02-01

Spring Parade of Homes just four weeks away

It may be hard to believe, but spring is just around the corner and we are only four weeks away from the 2020 Spring Parade of Homes! The Manitoba Home Builders’ Association’s Parade of Homes is the signature showcase event for . . .

Posted: 2020-02-01

Tailor-made

Custom home loaded with standard features

One of the most frustrating aspects of buying a luxury home is selecting finishes. With many custom builders only so many finishes come standard. After that list is exhausted buyers must then pick and choose the finishes that fit into the . . .

Posted: 2020-02-01

Immaculate construction

Linden Ridge bungalow the total package

As newer neighbourhoods within city limits go, Linden Ridge is a bit of an unknown entity. Bordered to the north by McGillivray Boulevard and to the south by Chevrier Boulevard — its western and eastern borders are roughly marked by Kenaston . . .

Posted: 2020-02-01

Overheard conversation helps divert reno disaster

After the first year at my current property, during interior renovations and upgrades in several rooms throughout the house, my attention slowly began to creep outside. I wanted a big deck in the backyard, adjacent to a higher tier surrounding . . .

Posted: 2020-01-25

Winnipeg Renovation Show kicked off 2020 reno season

Another Winnipeg Renovation Show is in the books, and this year’s edition was a great way to kick off the 2020 renovation season. The show ran Jan. 10 - 12 at the RBC Convention Centre and saw strong crowds, a multitude . . .

Posted: 2020-01-25

Up the ladder to the roof

Frozen vent the cause of plumbing issues

Cabin fever getting you down? We’ll deal with that in a bit, but first, do you have any strange gurgling noises happening? Don’t seem to be draining properly? Concerned you might be backed up? This is exactly what was happening to me . . .

Posted: 2020-01-25

No need to remove existing attic insulation prior to upgrades

I have a home built in 1950 with just two inches of what I believe is rock wool, wrapped in a waxy paper, in my attic. To pull this out and install a continuous vapour barrier and then re-insulate with . . .

Posted: 2020-01-25