Homeownership is expensive – there’s no getting around that. So we totally understand how overwhelming it is to be presented with one more thing, one more professional service that’s going to cost you money. But when it comes to air duct cleaning, you may actually lose money if you neglect it. To put things in…
Millennials are the most influential force in today’s housing market. Although they may be waiting longer to buy, the largest generational group in U.S. history represents the biggest segment of the homebuyer market at 35%. With their limited budgets, flexible work schedules, tech-heavy lifestyles and very different outlook on home ownership, compared to previous generations,…
Are you planning to buy a new house? A home away in the countryside is a perfect place to decompress away from city’s hustle and bustle. While it may feel like a dream come true, you must be ready for surprises. Buyers interested in buying homes in rural areas often encounter homes that use private…
Homes in the United States are bigger than ever—in fact, the average size of the American home has doubled since 1960. So, if you’re living in a home that’s less than the average 2,600 square feet, you may be wishing for more space. Luckily, you can create the feeling of a bigger space with a…
Try this: Walk into a room, look around and describe the design elements that you see. You might be drawn to colour schemes, furniture layout, and flooring, amongst other things. However, often windows are the unsung design feature of a home that really sets it apart or defines its character. For example, what comes to…
So many people arrive to Pattaya and fall in love with the city. Some arrive and never leave, they set up home and look for work to continue their stay. Some spend their two weeks or more on holiday, and dread the day they need to head back home. But in reality, if you are…
Water heaters are among the appliances that get taken for granted the most. Think about it: We use water heaters so much in our daily lives and it’s easy to forget that they, too, need to be maintained and cared for. The more you know about them, the better off you’ll be. Let’s take a…
Until recent years, metal roofs were synonymous with farmyard and barns. However, this is no longer the case. Metal roofs can provide similar – or superior – aesthetic to standard asphalt shingles, and usually last longer. We know – as a roofing contractor in Markham, ON since 1947, we’ve had plenty of experience with both…
When you plan to sell your house which is occupied with tenants, it can be frustrating and time consuming. In most cases the tenants can turn out to be unruly and destructive which can cause conflicts and would not be willing to move out of your house which can further delay the sale of the…
We’re all very familiar with the heavy use of glass and steel and open floor plans associated with Modernist architecture. While sadly there just simply aren’t enough Frank Lloyd Wright or George Nelson masterpieces for everyone to live in, the increased demand for modern style homes in America has led to a boom in new…