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City permits expired mid-project, anyone dealt with this?
We started remodeling our kitchen last year - nothing huge, just updating cabinets, countertops, and some plumbing. Honestly thought we'd be done…
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If You Could Only Use Eco-Friendly Tools for Your Next Home Reno, What Would You Pick?
Imagine you’re about to start a big home remodel, but here’s the twist: you can ONLY use tools that are considered eco-friendly or…
Water leaking around chimney - flashing issue maybe?
Noticed some water stains on the ceiling near my chimney after the last heavy rain. Climbed up there yesterday (not my favorite thing,…
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Fancy tiles are taking over homes - worth the splurge?
Saw this news segment yesterday about how more and more homeowners are ditching basic tiles and going for these super…
wood picket vs wire mesh fence - can't decide which way to go
Been thinking about putting up a fence around my backyard, mostly to keep my dog from wandering off and to…
saw a story yesterday about a local diner getting sued because someone slipped on the floor and hurt themselves pretty bad.
got me thinking about my own kitchen - it's like an ice rink sometimes when water spills or something. been…
Finally found something that keeps mold off my siding
So I've been battling mold on my vinyl siding for years, and honestly, it was driving me nuts. Tried scrubbing,…
Copper vs PEX pipes - worth the extra bucks?
I'm redoing some plumbing in my house and I'm kinda stuck deciding between copper and PEX pipes. Copper seems like…
If You Could Only Use Eco-Friendly Tools for Your Next Home Reno, What Would You Pick?
Imagine you’re about to start a big home remodel, but here’s the twist: you can ONLY use tools that are…
Finally figured out how much my kitchen upgrade will *actually* cost
Just spent the afternoon crunching numbers for new kitchen appliances - fridge, oven, dishwasher, the works. Surprisingly came in under…
Looking for trusted professionals for kitchen renovations in Ottawa - any recommendations?
I'm planning to update my kitchen and am looking for trusted professionals for kitchen renovations in Ottawa. I want a…
