How much fresh air does your home need?

Question: My concern is with the fresh air intake for my furnace. I was told that I needed a 12-centimetre duct, which they ran through the foundation at the front of the house. This is in addition to the 10-cm . . .

Posted: 2017-04-29

Feeders to make those birds hum

A cheap, easy-to-clean design is the best option

QUESTION: Spring is finally here! What is the best hummingbird feeder to purchase?— MarcAnswer: You do not need to spend a lot on a hummingbird feeder; choose one that is cheap and easy to clean. The choice boils down to personal . . .

Posted: 2017-04-29

Sometimes only a suspended ceiling will do

For most applications, ceilings are finished with drywall, mud and tape... along with the walls. However, in some instances, closing up the ceiling with drywall is neither practical nor a possibility. In most basements, for example, it is often necessary . . .

Posted: 2017-04-29

Sold

SOLD: Fort Richmond ADDRESS: 125 Linacre Rd. ASKING PRICE: $429, 900 SOLD PRICE: $430, 000 TAXES: $4, 510.14 SQUARE FOOTAGE: 1, 867 BEDROOMS: 3 BATHROOMS: 3 LOT SIZE: 62 x 110 LISTING AGENT: Glen MacAngus, Royal LePage Top Producers, 204-989-6900 SELLING AGENT: David Spiers, Royal LePage Dynamic Real Estate, 204-989-5000   SOLD: . . .

Posted: 2017-04-29

Make this dream home yours

Stunning condo is result of homeowners' change of plans

It’s a sight that stands out amid the diverse collection of stately homes that line the south side of Enfield Crescent: a brand-new, three-storey condominium framed by mature trees on a beguiling hillside lot. According to Monopoly Realty’s Tom Blumberg, the . . .

Posted: 2017-04-29

Monterey will second-floor you

Innovative design wows visitors

The first thing that draws your gaze to 7 Snowberry Circle is its angled roofline and rich grey vertical siding — a pair of very cool design features. As fetching as those features are, on the home’s upper level, there’s another . . .

Posted: 2017-04-29

Classic style at a reasonable price

A little TLC will go a long way with turn-of-the-century quality

It’s a rarity in Wolseley: a stately 2, 482 square-foot home bearing a price tag of $339, 900. There’s a reason for that, says Realty Executive First Choice’s Eric Neumann. "The home needs some TLC in a few areas, so we’ve listed . . .

Posted: 2017-04-29

Learning from mistakes to help tackle homelessness

The federal government has made a very strong commitment toward the creation of a National Housing Strategy. Cities such as Hamilton, Edmonton and Medicine Hat have made significant strides toward permanently reducing homelessness. Toward continuation of that discussion, I wanted to . . .

Posted: 2017-04-22

Techniques to make the water walk

Managing the flow of runoff in your garden is good for both it and the planet

In spring the ebb and flow of water in our landscapes can be a powerful force. As the frozen ground thaws and the combination of snow melt and rainwater infiltrates the soil, the rate of absorption and pattern of drainage can . . .

Posted: 2017-04-22

Fabulous deck the answer to magical question

How one homeowner's 'Tuxedo Riviera' was born

Most clients have a pretty good idea what it is they’d like to achieve before a contractor’s first visit, regarding renovations and upgrades to their home and/or property. They’ll often provide a crude sketch with visible revisions and walk the contractor . . .

Posted: 2017-04-22