1920s home blends old, new

Remodelled space has a few surprises

Buying a home in a mature neighbourhood such as River Heights, Crescentwood, Riverview -- or, in this case, Deer Lodge -- has both its positives and negatives. On the one hand, you're getting a home laden with character and warmth. Conversely, . . .

Posted: 2011-04-23

West End story

Affordable condos fit with area undergoing renaissance

In this era of low interest rates, it's a question that's become increasingly relevant: why rent when you can own? That said, if owning a home were so simple, we'd all be owners. Couple the fact that both single-family homes and . . .

Posted: 2011-04-23

Lawn wars

Start the battle early with these tips for great grass

Every homeowner wants a showpiece lawn -- soft, thick, weed-free and green. But where do you start? Begin in the spring with a thorough raking to remove as much thatch as possible. A specialized de-thatching rake is most effective. If the . . .

Posted: 2011-04-16

Grab those dusters

Spring spruce-up need not take much time

As the need to shovel snow trickles down the drain, homeowners' thoughts turn to spring -- and the annual big cleaning chore. Much as most of us cringe at the idea, professionals assure us it isn't a complicated process and it . . .

Posted: 2011-04-16

TREE CARE: Black knot disease rampant in Manitoba

AT the recent Saturday Gardening Show organized by the Friends of Assiniboine Park Conservatory, I was approached by well over 50 people concerned about black knot disease on their Schubert choke cherry trees. As many people have noticed, the disease is . . .

Posted: 2011-04-16

CONNIE OLIVER: Make that small space feel bigger

MOST people covet grand rooms with endless floor space and soaring ceilings. Spaces like this give us a sense we're living in opulence and grandeur. Back in the real world, however, most people are dwelling in more realistic, average spaces. In . . .

Posted: 2011-04-16

ASK THE INSPECTOR: Here's the lowdown on sump pumps

QUESTION: Last month, I had a backwater valve and sump pump installed in my Charleswood home, built in 1974. I have not had water issues but installed them just in case and as part of the City of Winnipeg basement . . .

Posted: 2011-04-16

SOLUTIONS: Let son exercise carport cleaning options

QUESTION: My son had an old car that left grease stains on our cement carport and I have tried everything to clean it. Do you have any suggestions? Stella (Giroux, Man.) ANSWER: You can purchase products formulated for cleaning concrete. The . . .

Posted: 2011-04-16

Holmes offers good advice to city audience

Last week, we focused on some of the many highlights of the Home Expressions Home and Garden Show March 31 to April 3. However, the highlight that caused the greatest stir was the appearance of Mike Holmes as the feature . . .

Posted: 2011-04-16

Sold & Offered: Apr. 16-11

Fort Richmond Address: 311 - 3275 Pembina Hwy. Asking Price: $179, 900 Sold Price: $175, 000 Taxes: $2, 668.26 Square Footage: 1, 300 Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 2 Listing Agent: Candice Bakx-Friesen Team, Sutton Group Kilkenny, 801-6663 Headingley North Address: 7020 Assiniboine Avenue Asking Price: $398, 500 Sold Price: $420, 150 Taxes: $3, 506.31 Square . . .

Posted: 2011-04-16