The big question in today’s housing market is whether or not Toronto house prices will go the way of oil? Not likely, say the experts at D. J. Lister Limited Real Estate Brokerage. Low borrowing costs and substantial economic and population growth will form a healthy backdrop for a continued rise in prices and sustained…
Homeowners of older homes planning a renovation would be wise to take electrical capacity into consideration in their project plans. Multiple computers, electronic devices, hot tubs, pool pumps, large-screen televisions, home theatres, air conditioners and large appliances will all put a strain on your home’s electrical system. Here are some tips from the Electrical Safety…
Don’t take your home’s brickwork for granted. Although one of the most durable building products on the planet, even the best brickwork will deteriorate over time. Yearly freeze/thaw cycles, extremes of heat and cold, rain and snow, will all eventually take their toll on brick walls. Here are a few of the signs that your…
Hiring a professional to caulk and weatherstrip your home can cut air leakage by up to 50 per cent and save you up to 30 per cent on your heating/cooling costs. Armed with specialized equipment and testing devices, a professional can pinpoint leakage and check and repair existing caulking and weatherstripping. The most common sources…
The first day of spring is just a few weeks away, so now is the time to start lining up quotes if you are planning any renovation projects. Contractors’ calendars start to fill up in the spring, so getting a head start is a smart move, especially if you want projects completed before summer. March…
The colour of a room can create harmony, or a feeling of unease. If there is a sense of calm when you walk into a room, chances are that colour has something to do with it. And if something doesn’t quite feel right, but you can’t put your finger on it, colour might have something…
While many can only dream of the day they’ll retire, for Baby Boomers that dream is becoming a reality. But retirement doesn’t necessarily mean relocating to a senior community. More and more, adults choose to “age in place,” remaining in their current home, even after retirement. Here are a few ways to add extra convenience…
Spring is around the corner, and the real estate market is hot in the GTA. If you are thinking of selling your home this spring, start by assessing your home’s exterior. Real estate experts estimate that 90 per cent of prospective buyers will not look past the front door of a house that lacks curb…
Is your home chilly and dark in winter, or stuffy and dark in the summer? If your home has too small or too few windows, it can be difficult to get the natural light and ventilation you crave, and need for good health. You may look around your digs and think, “this place could stand…
