Replacing our old windows with energy efficient ones is in our future plans, but before this winter fully hits we decided to try out a cheaper way to improve the efficiency of our existing windows and keep the heat in.
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Demolition sure is dirty business! This post details some of the realities of a demolition, what we found under all the drywall and the lessons we learned doing it.
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The first “major” renovation project we are tackling is the basement demolition. This post talks about the preparation we had to do before we got started.
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After noticing a leak during a heavy rainfall, its time for some roof repairs or get used to wearing galoshes indoors.
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Our review of MagicPlan, an easy to use cost effective way to create floor plans using your iPhone or iPad.
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While the front yard was in good shape and even had some nice landscaping aspects added to it, the backyard had been sorely neglected, so we decided to add some grass to make it more liveable.
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Custom made window coverings at a low price? it sounds too good to be true but isn’t when you know someone talented at sewing!
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With summer coming to an end in Toronto and us wanting to enjoy our outdoor space at least a little bit before winter comes, we decided to tackle our very dirty patio by power-washing the stones, siding and fence.
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This is part one of likely a long series of posts about dealing with raccoons. In this episode we discover the problem, do some research and clean up their mess.
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The day we moved in we realized there were a few unnecessary doors on the main floor and are still undecided on what to do with them.
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