It takes a village

Residents and volunteers are a driving force behind the beautification of south Winnipeg park

While many of us are busy putting our home gardens to bed, Debbie and Stuart Innes, along with neighbours and master gardener volunteers, are completing a range of tasks to prepare the many new shrubs, trees, and perennials for . . .

Posted: 2022-10-08

You can safely turn water heater off when away

Question: If I turn off my water heater while on an extended vacation in the winter, is there a chance my pipes can burst? I know the water is drained from the pipes, but can something happen? Also, would . . .

Posted: 2022-10-08

Perfect backyard haven comes together nicely

Combo deal will keep on giving for years to come

At this time of year, exterior build requests are immediately pushed off until next season — it’s tough enough to wrap up the current builds slated for this season with the hint of winter looming. Fortunately for a few . . .

Posted: 2022-10-08

Heat is your friend when removing decals

Question: How can I remove a decal on a painted Gyproc wall? It looks like it’s been there a while, and someone tried to remove it previously. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks. D.M. Answer: Your best chance of success . . .

Posted: 2022-10-08

There really is no place like home

Mustard is reminded of the joy his furry friends deliver

Well, after unexpected quadruple heart bypass surgery and a triple column bypass I’m back, which I’ll admit feels pretty good. One of the biggest challenges when you suddenly have to leave your home for a time without arrangements in place . . .

Posted: 2022-10-08

Fall Parade of Homes kicks off next week

Next Saturday, Manitoba’s best home builders will begin a four week showcase of over 100 new show homes during the Manitoba Home Builders’ Association’s 2022 Fall Parade of Homes. Starting on October 15th, people will have the chance to . . .

Posted: 2022-10-08

Bold and beautiful in Bridgwater Trails

Parade of Homes winner loaded with options

When a home is designed on a grand scale, chances are it will fall into one of two categories: sensibly spacious, or senselessly sizable. Foxridge Homes’ magnificent 2, 736 square-foot, two-storey show home at 35 Windflower Rd. in Bridgwater Trails . . .

Posted: 2022-10-08

Otherworldly masterpiece in The Oaks

Stunning property owned by former NHL player

Back in 2011, Travis Zajac — a Winnipeg native who played 15 distinguished seasons in the NHL for the New Jersey Devils and New York Islanders — built a home in The Oaks. It wasn’t just any home; it was . . .

Posted: 2022-10-08

Central exhaust fan may be beneficial to home comfort

Question: I am the original owner of a bungalow, built in 2004, with no HRV system. But I have one of these fans in my home that was installed by the builder. No instructions were ever found and most . . .

Posted: 2022-10-01

Tips for baking a perfect loaf of bread

Question: I have recently started making bread, by hand. Everything is good, except my bread is always dry. I follow all directions exactly and the loaf looks and smells great. Any ideas? Thanks. Peggy Answer: Altitude and humidity in . . .

Posted: 2022-10-01