Rub a Dub – Scrub a Tub

Text by P. Gerbrandt Water’s soothing effects are widely recognized, and the growing popularity of home hot tubs and jetted bathtubs gives evidence to our reliance upon such fixtures to help banish the tensions of our work-a-day world. After strenuous exercise or vigorous gardening, aches and pains can be eased by soaking in a jetted tub ... Read More

Re-mote starts your engines….

Text by Heather Armstrong You’ve slept in, you’re already late for work, there’s no time to go out and start the car, and it’s cold, very cold. What’s missing from this picture? Besides the obvious answer of a better alarm clock, it could be a remote starter. Remote starters can mean less wear and tear on your ... Read More

Air Conditioner Maintenance

Text by Blair Korchinski Air conditioning is one modern convenience that many people find difficult, if not impossible to do without. Like any other mechanical system in your home, a little maintenance will go a long way to ensuring a longer life for your air conditioning system. A proper maintenance schedule can save you money on ... Read More

How to care for your Poinsettia

Text by Monique Rampton This popular Christmas plant can be enjoyed for many years if it is given the proper care. Here are a few “easy to follow” tips: Place the plant in a draft-free area where it gets sun for half of the day. The poinsettia prefers cooler nights and warmer days. Let the soil dry out a ... Read More

Dinner Party Planning

Text by Nancy Johnston Whether you are trying to impress your husband’s boss, commemorating an important occasion or just celebrating the fact that you have great friends, a certain amount of planning is necessary if you want your dinner party to receive rave reviews. Start by deciding when you want to have the party, whether it will ... Read More

To Renovate or Restore

Text by Blair Korchinski Is it better to renovate and install modern materials and technologies, or to restore your home to its original condition? Sometimes the choice is dictated by modern technology and building codes. All renovations must meet the building codes in your area. Wiring and plumbing upgrades must be made as required, and the spans ... Read More

Energy Efficiency

Text by Margaret Scott When it comes to saving energy, it is always good to start with the basics. Sealing, caulking, and weather-stripping around windows and doors have always provided savings. Upgrading insulation values in your home will also make a difference. For an insulated area of 100 square feet, an attic should be R-50; basement walls R-24, exterior ... Read More

Income Taxes

Text by Denis G Fillion CMA This past 2006 year has brought about the most changes in income tax laws that we have seen since the late 80’s. There is no one that is not affected in one form or other. For some of you, it will mean more money in your pocket, but for most ... Read More

Buying a Vehicle Doesn’t Have to be Stressful

Text by Robert McNaught Buying a vehicle can be a stressful and time-consuming experience, but it doesn’t have to be. Most of the stress that comes from buying vehicles is a result of “information overload”. There seem to be a million different vehicles to choose from these days and most can be equipped in a number of ... Read More

Latest Canadian Trends in High End Homes

Text by Lily Sokhi Over the past few years, the home market has seen robust growth. The reason is simple. Mortgage rates are low and the market is flooded with home buyers. However the profile of homebuyer today is vastly different from the profile of the homebuyer a decade ago. They are a high income group ... Read More

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