Randall Homes

Family run builder marries style and function

Aisha introduces us to one of Winnipeg’s most distinctive and successful home builders and explores what it takes to make a house a home. Randall Homes has been building Winnipeggers dreams for more than 25 years. Built right, with pride . . .

Posted: 2013-02-20

RENOVATIONS: Floored

Couple's children may never leave home after major reno

The renovation market in Winnipeg is so hot that snow is melting off otherwise well-insulated roofs. "As Winnipeggers and Manitobans we should be more outspoken about our sizzling reno market and the fact that the most highly skilled craftsmen in the . . .

Posted: 2013-02-16

SOLUTIONS: Lose the lipstick on fur hat

QUESTION: Can you please tell me how to get lipstick out of a white rabbit-fur hat? Many thanks. Moira (Oakbank, Man.) ANSWER: Get a hold of a bottle of waterless hand cleaner. It is available at hardware stores. The beauty of . . .

Posted: 2013-02-16

MIKE HOLMES: Neighbourly advice

Considering a home? Talk to folks on the street

Let me give you a scenario: You found the house of your dreams. You get it inspected and there don't seem to be any major issues. Should you go ahead and make an offer? Most people would give you the green . . .

Posted: 2013-02-16

ASK THE INSPECTOR: Cool floor by bay window needs extra insulation

QUESTION: Our house was built in 2009 and has a bay window which juts out from the foundation in the living room. We've noticed the floor near the bay window is very cold even though there is a heating vent . . .

Posted: 2013-02-16

CONNIE OLIVER: Specialty paint offers range of options

We all know paint is an affordable and easy way to update your décor. The right colour can transform a lacklustre room into something extraordinary. Consider taking your paint project to the next level by including one or more specialty paints. One . . .

Posted: 2013-02-16

GARDENING: Out of Africa

These violets are the perfect houseplant

African violets have been gracing our homes since early in the last century. The reason for their popularity is simple -- they are easy to grow and flower almost non-stop. Their colours range from white, blue and purple to red, coral . . .

Posted: 2013-02-16

A snapshot of Manitoba's housing scene

The Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation recently identified 10 key factors that impact housing-market activity. Although the analysis was from a national perspective, let's drill down to the Manitoba scene. -- Mortgage rates Continued historically low mortgage rates will help support housing . . .

Posted: 2013-02-16

SOLD: Feb.16-13

SOLD East Kildonan Address: 420 Sydney Ave Asking Price: $218, 900 Sold Price: $217, 000 Taxes: $2, 307.58 Square Footage: 750 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Lot Size: 44 x 99 Listing Agent: Marc Meyers, Monopoly Realty, 204-995-5496 Wolseley Address: 19 Evanson St Asking Price: $234, 900 Sold Price: $234, 900 Square Footage: 1, 140 Bedrooms: 3 Baths: . . .

Posted: 2013-02-16

Livability is the first priority

The Molise offers families space, style and separation required to live in relative harmony

One of the problems -- albeit a minor one -- associated with viewing show homes is that most are dressed to the nines. Consequently, key areas such as the kitchen, family room and master bedroom's ensuite might come with options that . . .

Posted: 2013-02-16