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It’s a sure bet that you don’t want the next round of heavy rain in Toronto to cause flooding in your home’s basement. Think about it: You walk downstairs. . . into a pool! You could always visit [...]

A bathroom renovation is one of the most popular home remodeling projects. Not only do you get a great return on your investment in terms of improved resale value, but you also enjoy the revamped [...]

It’s time to redo your kitchen. Your old plumbing has been spitting and kicking, surprising you when you turn the water on to fill a glass or saucepan. The sink is old and showing its years. Your [...]

Every industry has its myths and legends, and plumbing is no different. Professional plumbers everywhere have their share of stories to tell, some of which are quite horrendous while others are [...]

When you embark on a home renovation project, finding the right contractors to do the various stages of the work is critically important. It’s not always a good idea to go for a “one-stop-shop” [...]

No, it isn’t Halloween yet, and neither have we lost our collective minds. We’re thinking of what happened to some Toronto homeowners in December 2013 when a doozy of an ice storm struck the [...]

There are few things more frustrating than trying to take a shower in a pathetic trickle of water. Fortunately, you can figure out how to increase water pressure once you know what the cause of [...]

Having a sump pump installation is almost essential for Toronto homes, but it remains one of the “most forgotten” systems in the house. It’s common to hear of homeowners forgetting to check or [...]

Spring is finally here (well, almost) and with it comes the expectation of those famous April showers. Long before you can enjoy the May flowers, though, you’re likely to be dealing with flooded [...]

Every year, Toronto homeowners are plagued by wet basement problems. It’s a fact of property ownership in the GTA that sooner or later, you’re going to have to waterproof your basement and [...]