If you notice cracks on your home’s exterior, or puddles in the basement, you could be in need of a foundation repair. Spring is the best time to inspect for damage, as melting snow creates moisture in the soil and flooding around the home. Ottawa’s Mr. Foundation says that if you discover dampness or pools of water in your basement, you likely have cracked...
Home Trade Shows are a great place to find inspiration, new products and deals for your decoration and renovation projects. For a very reasonable price, you have the opportunity to meet the experts in person, view their work, get your questions answered, and maybe even set up a consultation. As shows grow in popularity,...
These days, there is more to consider than ‘design’ and ‘price’ when it comes to renovating; it is important to think about your homes environmental impact and explore the green building materials that are available to you. For example, choose renewable materials such as bamboo for flooring and energy saving appliances when re-modeling your...
By now, we have all heard about “Canada’s Economic Action Plan”, and may have taken advantage of the tax rebates available to Homeowners and First-time Home Buyers, under this plan. The Home Renovation Tax Credit (HRTC) and EcoEnergy Retrofit – Homes Program offer tax rebates for renovations which meet specific criteria, and the First-time...
Take a walk through Matieu Moreau’s home in Gatineau, Quebec, and you will be impressed by the works-of-art that cover the floors. Matieu, Owner of M & M Flooring and a contractor on bidmyreno, uses leftover pieces of wood from completed flooring projects to practice nonstandard installation and intricate design. His hobby grew out...
As the snow melts away, the unpleasant sight of tired lawns and last year’s garbage begins to appear. Often, exterior damages to the home caused by the weather are revealed as well. Deciding where to begin in the clean-up process can be overwhelming for some homeowners. RONA makes a number of suggestions on how...
After many years of working in the construction division of a large retail company, and overseeing renovation and new store projects through-out Ontario, Dave Bennett decided it was time to open his own ‘shop’ in Orleans, Ontario. 360renos assists Ottawa Homeowners with everything from paint colour selection to full scale “tear-out the walls” renovations....