Insulation, heat will help prevent crawlspace condensation

Questions: I really appreciated an article you wrote on heating a crawlspace. I live in Ottawa and am currently debating how to make a cottage warmer and more comfortable. We have a cottage that is on piers/posts that we . . .

Posted: 2022-11-19

Paying the price for procrastination

Late closure of pool has chilling consequences

A few recent columns were dedicated to the abnormally high volume of repairs required on my property following the brutality of last year’s winter season. Having completed these repairs successfully, it pains me to report that due to my . . .

Posted: 2022-11-19

Comfort and class in Oak Bluff West

Fall Parade of Homes entry luxurious and livable

Truth be told, space alone doesn’t make a luxury abode a distinctive, enjoyable place to call home. Rather, it’s how all its design elements come together to create an atmosphere that fosters comfort, relaxation, and an overall feeling of satisfaction. Avanti . . .

Posted: 2022-11-19

Still time to check out Fall Parade of Homes

When this year’s Parade of Homes kicked off on October 15, Manitobans were enjoying beautiful fall weather. As the Manitoba Home Builders’ Association’s 2022 Fall Parade of Homes comes to an official close, winter weather has finally taken hold. While . . .

Posted: 2022-11-19

Charming and contemporary in River Heights

Plenty of character with modern conveniences

As charming as homes in River Heights tend to be, you can’t help but wonder what lies beneath the fetching exterior of a particularly alluring residence. Will its interior be horribly dated, or will it be modern? Unfortunately, in many instances, . . .

Posted: 2022-11-19

The endless pergola summer

Even a local squirrel got in on the action

It definitely has been the “summer of pergolas” – by my count, over half a dozen in total, which far exceeds the drought of a few years ago. And before some readers have the urge to send correspondence, asking . . .

Posted: 2022-11-12

Ozone machine will help eliminate powerful odours

Question: We have an older camper trailer in which the previous owners placed Downy Unstoppable beads throughout the unit. We have washed the interior, had the windows open all summer, had all cushions outside as well and stuffed the . . .

Posted: 2022-11-12

Fixing flickering light may require a pro

Questions: We read an article awhile ago about a homeowner who had flickering lights in his house, after he had the knob and tube replaced. The homeowner had electricians come back and they changed everything and the problem was . . .

Posted: 2022-11-12

How an interior window can shed light on a small space

After years of open-concept spaces dominating the world of home design (thanks, HGTV), separate spaces began to creep back into wish lists during the pandemic. Walls are a natural solution for creating structure and privacy, but they are also . . .

Posted: 2022-11-12

Ponds made easy

Swim with the fish and aquatic plants, too

Everyone should have a water feature in their yard, says Riley Scott. The movement of water and the sound it makes brings a magical element to an outdoor landscape. A pond with fish and aquatic plants is the ultimate . . .

Posted: 2022-11-12