Renovating your space can be a big project! Before you get started, we have put together a list of the 5 most important things you need to know before you renovate: 1. Know Your End Goal: Before starting your renovation, […]
It is often said, homeownership is an essential component of most people’s Canadian Dream, but, while it should be, once someone has bought the home of their dreams, it is important to consider being environmentally concerned and responsible because it […]
You’re at work when the thought hits you, “Did I lock the door when I left this morning?” You check your smartphone, see that you didn’t, and click the “LOCK” button. Now your house is secure. That’s home automation for […]
There has been a lot of emphasis lately on the importance of “going green”. That simply means being environmentally-responsible. You likely already recycle, use energy-efficient lights, and turn down your thermostat when no one is home. Yet, most of us […]
As another year is launched, so too are the latest design trends. If you’re thinking of a home refresh or just wondering what’s new, here are a few popular trends to look out for in 2016: Tiny Homes – This trend […]
You probably don’t think buying a lighting fixture for a room is all that complicated. It isn’t. However, it does require you to consider which types of lighting you may need. According to the Lighting Association, there are three types: […]
Most people don’t know how easy it is to make their homes run on less energy, and here at InterNACHI, we want to change that. Drastic reductions in heating, cooling and electricity costs can be accomplished through very simple changes, […]
I recently had a home energy audit to see what grant money I had available from the incentive programs that the government has available. Actually, over 21,000 Canadians have taken advantage of this program. I can get $2,645 from the […]
It is kind the case of one hand giving and the other hand taking away. The federal budget this year gave a tax break to home buyers by giving them a tax credit for some of the closing costs when […]