Have you ever wondered what happens in your home when the city sewer system overloads and starts to back up? Ever wondered what protects your home from a sewage disaster? I would be willing to bet that the majority of people reading this are unaware of the little piece of plastic that’s protecting them…
One of the more common questions I get during a home inspection is How does my humidifier work? which is closely followed by Do I have to do anything to maintain it? The humidifiers that are attached to modern furnaces in the Edmonton area are pretty simple appliances. They are attached to the cold…
Do I Need a Permit for Renovations? This post is going to take a slightly different approach. Instead of giving thoughts or tips on maintaining your home, I’ve chosen to dedicate this post to educating and encouraging homeowners about the need for getting proper development permits before doing home renovations. In some of the…
With all the rain we’ve been having in the Edmonton area lately, our lawns are looking greener, our flowers are looking brighter and the skies are looking a little less sunny. But have you ever wondered what happens to all that water that’s landing right beside your house and soaking into the ground? Most people…