Home Renovations: 5 Signs You’ve Run Into DIY Trouble
- November 5, 2015
- Home Renovation Blog, Ottawa, Renovations
There is a proud history in Canada of do-it-yourself, or DIY home renovations. Saving a lot of money by not hiring a professional and picking up a number of useful skills in the process, DIY projects can vary in size and scope. While some may be as small as...
Which Room Should You Remodel First?
- October 29, 2015
- Expert Tips, Home Renovation Blog, Ottawa, Remodel, Renovations
Getting ready to remodel a portion of your home can be exciting, but it might also be somewhat stressful, too. Remodelling anxiety happens to those who do not adequately prepare before a renovation. Simply figuring out which room to remodel first can take a long time, especially when you...
The Ultimate Guide to Remodel Your Master Bedroom
- October 15, 2015
- Bedrooms, Home Renovation Blog, Remodel, Renovations
Ready to remodel your master bedroom? Before you start knocking down walls and reconfiguring the layout, use this guide to create a design that is exactly as you like it. Open Things Up One of the hottest trends in home layouts is the open-concept living space. Since the master...
How to Choose the Right Fixer-Upper
- October 8, 2015
- Expert Tips, Home Renovation Blog, Ottawa, Renovations
Buying a move-in-ready home is nice, but it’s not always in the budget. Sometimes, you need to buy a fixer-upper and renovate it to your unique standards. This can be a fun and exciting experience, but it can also be stressful when you don’t know which property to buy....
5 Surprising Things about Your Home Renovation That You Should Be Prepared For
- October 1, 2015
- Home Renovation Blog, Ottawa, Renovations
If you are thinking about renovating your home, there are a few things you need to know so that you can prepare yourself for what’s about to happen. Home renovations are supposed to be fun and exciting, but they can be stressful at times. In order to combat the...
Hoping to Remodel? Watch Out for These Five Renovation Trends
- September 24, 2015
- Home Renovation Blog, Remodel, Renovations
Homeowners have plenty of reasons to rejoice this year thanks to some innovative home renovation trends. With an increase in job availability, consumers should seek new improvements for convenient, affordable, and attractive living. This year brings some of the most ingenious advancements to home renovations. Many consumers chose to...
How To Make A Home Safe For Aging Parent
- September 17, 2015
- Home Renovation Blog, Mobility, Mobility Page, Ottawa, Renovations
It is human nature to care for our parents. When parents get older, there is the prospect of them moving back in with their kids. While the children may be more than willing to accept their parents into their home, their house may be less forthcoming. Like it or...
The Pros And Cons Of Home Renovation Versus A Home Addition
- September 10, 2015
- Expert Tips, Home Additions, Home Renovation Blog, Ottawa, Renovations
Home renovation is a popular pastime in Canada. With the rise of DIY work, many homeowners have taken remodeling and renovation into their own hands, making necessary improvements that not only update dated designs but also potentially increase value by adding additional square footage. Another option many homeowners struggle...
The Risks Of A DIY Bathroom Renovation
- September 3, 2015
- Bathrooms, Contractor, Home Renovation Blog, Ottawa, Renovations
When treated right, your home becomes a valuable investment that will serve you well for years to come. With many people looking to improve the quality and price of their home, things like interior repairs and renovations are becoming increasingly popular. As much of this work is being done...
10 Unexpected Kitchen Backsplashes
- August 24, 2015
- Home Renovation Blog, Kitchens
When you’re planning a kitchen adventure, the only limit in terms of finishes is your creativity. Do you want neon pink cabinets or a bubble wrap backsplash? No one’s stopping you! If you want jaws to drop for the right reasons, though, consider these unexpected kitchen backsplashes for inspiration:...
Biggest Bathroom Renovation Trends
Every year, the home and garden website Houzz conducts a survey measuring the behaviours and interests of North American homeowners. So, what trends do we see in bathroom renovations this year? Are homeowners expanding bathrooms or working with the existing footprint? What are the biggest bathroom renovation trends? Supersize...
5 Home Renovations and Additions That Add the Most Value
- August 10, 2015
- Addition Page, Fun Renos, Home Renovation Blog, Ottawa
Ottawa homeowners plan renovations and additions to address their changing lifestyle or family needs. However, improving the resale value of the home should also be a consideration. Here are five home renovation and additions that add the most value to the home: Kitchen Renovation According to HGTV, homeowners can...