‘Your Home FYI’ Archives
Ensuring homeowner’s peace of mind
Since 1976, the Atlantic Home Warranty program has offered homeowners peace of mind about their new homes. The not-for- profit organization has enrolled 125,000 homes in the past 30 plus years, and has paid more than $5 million in protection. Atlantic Home Warranty is the [Read More]
Building or renovating a home?
Nova Scotia Power has a great online resource, including videos with our experts that help make learning about inspections, electrical contractors and wiring much easier. Follow these 6 easy steps to navigate through the process Give us a call at 1-800-428-6230 Find out why [Read More]
Plan to stay at home, longer
Advice from local professionals on how to make your home more safe and comfortable during your senior years Nova Scotians are living longer than ever before. The first of the Baby Boomers are hitting retirement age and fewer seniors are spending their golden years in [Read More]
Plan to protect your largest investment
With an Atlantic New Home Warranty Building or purchasing a new home is often the biggest investment one can make. But despite the importance of this single purchase, many new homebuyers focus on the location, aesthetic appeal, cost and convenience rather than the [Read More]
Protect your home – and your investment!
Home Maintenance Tips for Spring from CMHC In spring it is a good idea to examine the foundation walls for cracks, leaks or signs of moisture, and repair them if required. If you’re like most Canadians, your home is probably your most important investment. It’s [Read More]
Giving back to the Community
Leo Senz always liked giving back to his community. As the president of A&H Renovations, the way Senz gives back is to use his building and repair skills on community projects. Since 2006, Senz has been contributing to community projects through the [Read More]
Building or renovating a home?
Check out your energy efficiency options. Before beginning construction on your new home, cottage or renovation, we encourage you to explore your options for energy efficient home heating solutions, building products and programs. This can help reduce your energy usage and [Read More]
Building, Buying, Renovating or Enjoying
The Real Home Show 2012 on March 2, 3 & 4 offers consumers the ultimate experience! Walking through the doors of the Halifax Forum March 2 – 4 will be an exciting time for consumers who are looking at building, buying, renovating, or perhaps just looking to see what [Read More]
Safety on the jobsite starts with the Homeowner
When renovating or building a home, safety should always be top of mind. Every- one involved has a responsibility to keep those connected with the project safe. “Homeowners can be considered general contractors and as such have the ultimate responsibility when it comes to [Read More]
Are you building for the future?
The planning is done for your new addition, you’re ready to start, but have you thought of everything before you begin? One area often overlooked in the planning phase is the structured cabling component. You may not think about it as the construction moves forward, but [Read More]
Draft-Proofing 101
As winter creeps towards us, it’s time to say goodbye to the long days of summer and start shutting windows in preparation for winter. Yet, even if the windows are closed, there is still cold air that may circulate in some homes. While some automatically assume it’s the [Read More]
