GARDENING: Don't pond panic

Keep your pond or water feature clear of algae with these three treatments

Water features are often the finishing touch in a landscape. Slimy water, though, only detracts from their beauty. Fortunately, there are simple solutions. Ron Labb©, Shelmerdine Garden Centre's expert on ponds and water features, maintains a pond and . . .

Posted: 2013-07-06

Renovation engine helps power Canadian economy

In Manitoba, we're acutely aware of the importance of the renovation industry.Winnipeg has the third-oldest housing stock in Canada, behind only Halifax and Montreal. We love our traditional neighbourhoods and are only too willing to upgrade our existing homes in . . .

Posted: 2013-07-06

Too darn hot? Keep cool and save

As the mercury soars, your air conditioner will be working overtime to keep the house comfortably cool. Dave Walton of Direct Energy offers these helpful tips to save money on your summer energy costs: 1. Keep the outdoor air conditioner clear . . .

Posted: 2013-07-06

SOLUTIONS: Scratches, rings and measuring things

QUESTION: My daughter has some scratches on her new laminate flooring. What can she use to repair or cover them up? Harv, Gladstone ANSWER: For minor scratches on laminate floors there are special, color-coordinating pencils that may be used to fill . . .

Posted: 2013-07-06

ASK THE INSPECTOR: Spore wars

The ongoing battle against mould

QUESTION: Our ceramic tiles above the bathtub have been leaking, so we're going to have to remove them and replace the wallboard. We know there is mould behind the tiles because there are black areas in the basement ceiling where . . .

Posted: 2013-07-06

MIKE HOLMES: Alberta flood must spark sea change

Devastation highlights need to revamp how we build -- and rebuild

I've been watching the flooding situation in Alberta. I don't think anyone expected this level of devastation. It reminds me of New Orleans in August 2005, and it's no surprise people are referring to the disaster as the Canadian Katrina. The water . . .

Posted: 2013-07-06

SOLD & OFFERED: July 6-13

SOLD: River Heights Address: 180 Montrose Ave. Asking Price: $439, 900 Sold Price: $535, 000 Taxes: $4, 949.08 Square Footage: 1, 850 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2 Lot Size: 50 x 120 Listing Agent: Rosalie Drysdale, Re/Max Executives, 204-999-7673 Armstrong Point Address: 45 Middle Gate Asking Price: $459, 900 Sold Price: $505, 000 Taxes: $5, 725.20 Square . . .

Posted: 2013-07-06

Deluxe plus-50 living

Apartment units in The Enclave bright, airy and richly finished

If you've driven north on St. Mary's Road lately, you'll have seen an interesting sight on the west side just north of Van Hull Way and Warde Avenue. It's The Enclave, a new luxury rental residence for the 50-plus generation. It's . . .

Posted: 2013-07-06

In a class by itself

Mix of traditional and modern creates stunning home

In most cases, it's easy to classify a new-home design as either modern or traditional. That is, unless the builder is Artista Homes. With a design team whose mandate is to conceive home designs that go outside the box -- and . . .

Posted: 2013-07-06

Settle in at the lake

Gimli home so much more than a cottage

The moment you drive up to this Gimli home you realize you're surrounded by serenity. Head out into your backyard, and you've got Lake Winnipeg. Step out your front door and you're privy to a view of Links at the Lake . . .

Posted: 2013-07-06