Over the last few years, Residential Solar Energy Systems have gained widespread popularity. As a renewable source of energy, solar power guarantees cost protection benefits and ensures that your home is lit at all times, especially if you live in areas where power or electricity cuts are way too often. […]
Exteriors
Tips for the New DIY Home Craftsman
If you are lucky enough to find your first set of Powerbuilt tools or other craftsman equipment under the tree this year, you are now on the verge of becoming a part of the Do-It-Yourself world. If the idea is a little intimidating and you've never tackled much beyond hammering […]
Protection from Lightning: The Said and The Unsaid
You might be familiar with this story. A thunderstorm strikes. You see lightening nearby. The power goes out for a minutes and comes back. But when you try switching on your T.V- it just doesn't work! Both in the U.K and the U.S.A, power surges give way to massive property […]
How Will You Build Your Dream Home?
Maybe your dream home is a mansion with 100 rooms, all with their own bathrooms and kitchens. Many of us have a dream home, but it's usually much simpler than others might suspect. A dream home doesn't have to be huge or have all the latest gadgets, it just needs […]
How to Remove Asbestos and Stay Safe
Many older buildings and homes contain asbestos that will eventually need to be removed. In the past, asbestos was used in many areas of the home from insulation within the walls to acoustic sound proofing on the ceilings. Asbestos can be very dangerous under specific circumstances and often requires removal. […]
The Safe Management of Asbestos
If you are responsible for the maintenance and repair of a non-domestic premises or workplace, then you're also responsible for the safe management of asbestos. Being in charge means you also have certain legal obligations, and the management of asbestos is an important legal duty under The Control of Asbestos Regulations Act 2006. Asbestos can […]
Getting More Use from Your Outdoor Living Space
Since you live in Toronto, you deal with a wide range of weather conditions throughout the year. Whether you’re dealing with the heat in the summer or the cold and snow in the winter, you want to be able to use as much of your home as possible. Outdoor living […]
Getting More Use from Your Outdoor Living Space
Since you live in Toronto, you deal with a wide range of weather conditions throughout the year. Whether you’re dealing with the heat in the summer or the cold and snow in the winter, you want to be able to use as much of your home as possible. Outdoor living […]
How to Choose Garage Door Locks for Your Home
Garage doors are often considered the weakest point when looking at the overall security of any home or commercial building and garages are a very easy target for thieves up to no good. Garage doors are not only a weakness but they can also provide shelter to the thieves once […]
The Pros and Cons of Gutter Guards
With winter right around the corner, many people start thinking of replacing or fixing their old gutters. And you probably should do it too! If your gutters are in a bad condition you may end up with leaks in the middle of the cold season. What’s worse-repairing it can be […]
Choosing the Right Cabinets for Your Garage
The garage can be a tough place to organize. It's home to a wide range of items, and it's also put through more rigorous use. Every time the main door is opened, the entire space is subjected to freezing cold or hot temperatures, the moisture from outside and wind. Cars […]
How Much Should HVAC Repair Cost?
No homeowner or business owner should put off HVAC repair, no matter its overall cost! An air conditioner or furnace in disrepair often spikes your utility costs as it draws added power to function, and small fixes tend to get more extensive and then more expensive the longer they’re neglected. […]