Canada Greener Homes has a grant offer for Canadians who have planned about having an energy-saving home upgrade. It is a great opportunity for homeowners in Canada to install solar panels, upgrade heaters, and also replace doors and windows at a more affordable price. This interest-free rebate program aims at reducing the carbon footprint of …
Egress windows provide emergency exits to homeowners in case of fire or other life-threatening situation. While they are not a new concept, the standards and regulations associated with where they are needed and what sizes are required have changed. During our consultation appointments, we found that many window companies do not properly inform the homeowners about …
As part of British Columbia’s commitment to energy efficiency, conservation, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions, new Provincial rebate programs are in place to help homeowners save. What is Energy Efficiency British Columbia? Up to $10,000 in rebates are available for residential renovation projects that reduce energy costs and increase comfort all year. Qualifying upgrades include …
Do you remember being a child during the winter months—longingly looking out the window at the fresh-fallen snow and playfully tracing a smiley face in the ice that had formed along the bottom of the window? Canadian winters are hard on your house and especially hard on your windows. Your mom and dad may have …
Living in Canada, we recognize how the change in seasons can affect our moods. Most of us are familiar with a condition called Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) that describes the feelings of sadness and lethargy we often experience during the winter months when our exposure to natural light is limited. Interestingly, research is finding that …
With promises being made by each candidate vying to be the next Canadian Prime Minister, there is a consistent area of concern—climate change. As the election draws near, homeowners should take note of the agendas two of the leading political parties have announced on home renovation grants and rebates. To combat the negative effects of …
One of the biggest investments you can make to your home is installing replacement windows. While your first impression may be that all windows are alike, there are some distinct differences between windows that are produced locally and those that are produced in whole or part through international companies. To understand what being a local …
Nothing compares to the warm feeling of sunshine across your face after a cold, dreary winter. Better still, bring it into your home and it lifts your spirits, improves your health and even saves on energy. Interestingly, the many benefits of increased natural light in your home have not gone unnoticed as potential homebuyers are now citing …
It’s pretty obvious when your home’s roof needs replacement; it leaks. You know when it’s time to replace your furnace; it stops heating. But how do you know when it’s time to replace your windows? The reasons are a little more subtle and the changes are usually more gradual, so making the decision to replace …
Whether you call them window coverings, window treatments or window decor, enhancing the focal point in your room doesn’t have to be limited to the traditional styles of the past. There are a variety of unique window decoration ideas you’ll want to know to improve a room’s aesthetics, increase privacy or energy efficiency, or bring …