Heavenly abode

Renovated North End church answer to homebuyers' prayers

Sometimes, you an pass by something that's special, and never know it. Such is the case with what appears to be a grand old church at the corner of Andrews Street and Burrows Avenue. Nothing special, you say to yourself as . . .

Posted: 2010-07-10

Anyone can grow these proven hardies

THERE are plants that I never get questions about. Nothing ever troubles these sturdy specimens and gardeners never need to coax them along. If you are a new gardener or are starting a new garden in challenging conditions (such as . . .

Posted: 2010-07-03

Top dressing will help sow healthier lawn

QUESTION: I would appreciate your advice on how to get a fuller, healthier lawn. The lawn is five years old, a little patchy and has an inconsistent colour. I suspect a lack of topsoil, and would welcome your feedback. ANSWER: Top . . .

Posted: 2010-07-03

TREE CARE: You can fight leaf yellowing from rains

LAST year, at around this time, I wrote about problems with southern Manitoba fruit trees caused by heavy rainfalls. This year, it's no different. In fact, it's worse. Here's what I wrote last year: "In infertile soils that are certainly typical of most . . .

Posted: 2010-07-03

CONNIE OLIVER: Give your wall space a break

CREATING an interesting decor entails more than just the items that you put into the room. The backdrop can create just as much visual drama. If you're on a budget, creating a dramatic setting by treating the walls in the . . .

Posted: 2010-07-03

ASK THE INSPECTOR: Stucco may not be ideal for cottage application

QUESTION: Our cottage is finished with vinyl and the last two feet of pony wall is pressure-treated wood sitting on a concrete footing. We want to stucco the pony wall and I am wondering if one needs to use a . . .

Posted: 2010-07-03

MIKE HOLMES: Attics serve purpose, so take care of them

I'M getting lots of emails from readers lately about roofs and attics. These two really caught my eye because they show me the lack of understanding homeowners have about attics and the important role they play in your house's system. Sheila . . .

Posted: 2010-07-03

Membership does make a difference

LOOK for the logo. That's the soundest advice I can give people who are looking for a builder, renovator or supplier. It's far from the last thing they will have to do in their quest for selection, but it's a great . . .

Posted: 2010-07-03

SOLD & OFFERED - July 3-10

Lindenwoods Address: 71 Lindenshore Dr. Asking Price: $399, 000 Sold Price: $426, 000 Taxes: $5, 317.50 Square Footage: 1, 622 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3 Listing Agent: Dan Thiessen, Coldwell Banker Real Estate, 771-3526 River Heights Address: 369 Oxford St. Asking Price: $399, 900 Sold Price: $400, 000 Taxes: $4, 416.28 Square Footage: 1, 980 Bedrooms: . . .

Posted: 2010-07-03

Perfect fit

Bentley Homes design appeals to young families, empty-nesters

It's a design that pleases a lot of folks. Bentley Homes has developed a bungalow that appeals to young couples looking to move up from a starter home, and empty-nesters looking to move down from a larger home. For about $400, 000, . . .

Posted: 2010-07-03