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Announcements - GET IT IN WRITING
August 26, 2010
Get it in Writing Step 1 - Know who you're dealing with Good contractors have satisfied customers. Ask contractors to provide customer references for projects similar to yours. Then take the time to call these homeowners and ask if the work was done properly, on time, and on budget. Find out if...   CLICK HERE for the complete article.

Industry News - Paying cash to avoid reno taxes isn’t very wise
August 25, 2010
Hands up if you enjoy paying taxes. Don’t be shy, punch those hands high into the air. OK, I can safely assume not many hands were raised. Certainly not enough to start a wave at a B.C. Lions game. And likely some of you held up only a middle finger to express your sentiments. I am not even...   CLICK HERE for the complete article.

NewsletterPublic - It’s just that easy to be GREEN!
August 19, 2010
If you look around your home, we’re sure you can find several items that you’d like to upgrade, but you may have no idea where to take the old items to ensure they are disposed of properly. A few of these items are: old thermostats, compact fluorescent light bulbs, and batteries. Please keep in...   CLICK HERE for the complete article.

NewsletterPublic - Projects You Can Accomplish in Just a Weekend!
August 19, 2010
Setting aside a weekend is always a great opportunity to take on a smaller home improvement project. If you are planning to entertain family and friends for the holidays here are a few updates that are posssible to complete before they arrive. Upgrade Your Flooring Today’s vinyl flooring looks...   CLICK HERE for the complete article.

NewsletterPublic - Questions to Ask When Purchasing a New Roof
August 19, 2010
One question often asked is; “what roofing product is right for my house” particularly in a re-roof application. Our roofs are getting larger and more visible and our homes are worth more with values increasing. If you are like most, you want to maintain those values and the value of your...   CLICK HERE for the complete article.

NewsletterPublic - HouseSmart Referral Network Featured Member - White Rock Glass
August 19, 2010
Our HouseSmart Referral Network consists of over 180 members. Every day we have the opportunity to connect homeowners with our network members across Canada. With so many of our members working with homeowners to satisfy such a large variety of requests, this often creates opportunities for our...   CLICK HERE for the complete article.

NewsletterPublic - Simple Ways to Control Air Quality and Moisture in Your Home
August 19, 2010
The typical family produces a lot of moisture indoors through washing, showers, cooking, and even breathing. Moisture generally gravitates downwards into lower levels and because it has nowhere to go it will stagnate and saturate the structure. Basements and crawl spaces are primary sources of...   CLICK HERE for the complete article.

Industry News - Keep those old thermostats out of our landfills
July 30, 2010
SWITCH THE STAT As of July 1st, 2010, Switch the ‘Stat became be fully operational in British Columbia Switch the 'Stat is a thermostat replacement and collection program delivered in partnership with heating and cooling contractors/wholesalers in Ontario and British Columbia. The goal of...   CLICK HERE for the complete article.

Industry News - British Columbians - Recycle Your Compact Fluroscent Lights
July 30, 2010
LightRecycle – Compact Fluroescent Lights As of July 1, 2010, BC residents will be able to drop off their burnt-out household fluorescent lights and tubes at LightRecycle drop-off locations across BC. Where do I take my burnt out fluorescents? You can take your CFLs to London Drugs, some...   CLICK HERE for the complete article.

Announcements - Understanding Knob & Tube and Aluminum Wiring
July 19, 2010
Since the convenience of electricity was first brought in to our homes in the early 1900’s, various electrical wiring types have evolved over time and all if installed and maintained correctly can be safe. However, if not installed or maintained correctly, each has potential risks. The HouseSmart...   CLICK HERE for the complete article.


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