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A little elbow grease keeps your garage door operating smoothly and safely.

There are lots of good contractors. Here's how to hire one who will meet your expectations.

FAQs and a case study if you’re thinking of going off grid.

Items that you treasure can bring you joy, so don’t hide them away.

Ottawa’s largest home show of the year offers a whole hall of “living landscapes” to inspire you for the season.

Greater Ottawa Home Builders' Association honours stalwarts of Ottawa's housing industry.

Keep your home safe and snug with these early spring maintenance tips.

Steve Maxwell explains why it happens and what to look for when replacing it.

An elegant, spa-like ensuite makeover with individual and shared spaces is all about yin and yang.

The website was named a winner at the Canadian Online Publishing Awards.

Not getting the results you’d like when finishing interior wood? Follow these five tips.

Like curb appeal, foyers are a first impression of your home. Here are 19 to inspire you.

It can be disruptive, but a whole-home renovation is also fun and comes with a big payoff.

When pandemic demand put a new RV out of reach, this couple bought used and began making it over.

The upgrades you’ll need to make to your home should be done now, before you need them. Here’s how.

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Eight ways to cut household costs in high-inflation times.

White washing is all about applying “watered down” paint, adjusting the opacity. Here are four tips for success.