Love Your Home: Recent Episodes
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Love Your Home is a podcast about renovating and maintaining your home! You will learn from the experts at Multi Trade Building Services. We will discuss the keys to successfully renovate your home, reducing your stress levels during the process.
We will present information about bathrooms, kitchens, laundry room renovations, basement finishing, electrical, plumbing and basic Reno 101.
You'll also learn some of the keys to maintaining your home such as why you need a maintenance home inspection.
We hope you'll join us as we teach you how to Love Your Home!
To learn more about renovations and home maintenance, be sure to visit our website at www.MultiTradeBuildingServices.com. There are lots of photos of our projects for inspirations and if you click on News, you find lots of blog posts with tons of ideas to help you with your renovation projects.
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Kitchen renovations don't have to cost a fortune. There are many ways to renovate your kitchen while staying within a budget. We explore 6 ways you can have a budget friendly kitchen renovation and still have a kitchen you can love.
You can find complete notes for this episode here on our blog.
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Nobody likes to deal with a clogged drain but it happens to the best of us. Prevention is worth a pound of cure so we’re going to tell you lots of ways you can prevent clogs from happening. For the times that the inevitable clog materializes, we’ll also give you ways to clear those clogs naturally and easily.
You can find complete notes for this episode here on our blog.
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Knowing how to read a renovation contract and ensuring you have all of the details covered in that contract can make the difference between a successful renovation and one that falls short of your expectations. We deconstruct a typical renovation contract to help you understand what details should be included and how to interpret the contract you’re about to sign.
You can find complete notes for this episode here on our blog.
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Finishing or renovating your basement is a great way to add additional square footage and usable living space to your home. Whether it's a space for entertaining, sleeping, cooking or you plan to make it into an apartment for your adult child or elderly parent, it can add a lot of value to your home.
However one step you don't want to skip is soundproofing your basement. There's nothing worse than hearing all of the noise from your teenager downstairs with his friends, or your mom complaining that she can't get to sleep at 10 p.m. because the noise from the TV you're watching on the main floor is keeping her awake. In this podcast we talk about how you can soundproof your basement to ensure it's comfortable for everyone in the household.
You can find complete notes for this episode here on our blog.
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Bathroom renovations are becoming more and more popular. They are no longer utilitarian rooms, but instead are becoming at home retreats and personal spas. The bathroom trends of 2022 are going to be exploring new colours, textures, materials and patterns. We'll talk about 8 trends that you can expect to see in 2022.
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: 8 Bathroom Trends of 2022 You're Going to Love
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Since the pandemic started in 2020, many of us have been spending so much more time in our homes. This has meant a lot more time being spent in the kitchen. We were cooking a lot more meals at home, spending time with the family, setting up a workspace or even a place to do homework within the kitchen. that has led to a greater demand for kitchen renovations To create a space that's more functional and beautiful. We're going to look at what some of the top experts predict will be the new trends for 2022 kitchens.
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: 10 Kitchen Trends We Can Expect to See in 2022
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You've just paid top dollar to hire a professional to renovate your bathroom and now it's time to have it painted. You were sure you picked the perfect colour but when you walk in to have a look after the painting has been completed, you're horrified at what you see! Paint can completely transform the look of a room but if you don't pick the right paint colour, it can turn an otherwise beautiful space into an ugly mess. We'll share our top 10 picks for bathroom paint colours to inspire your next bathroom renovation.
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: 10 Best Paint Colours for Your Bathroom
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A well-designed laundry room should be a pleasant, inviting space that is conducive to doing the necessary task of laundry. A poorly designed laundry room can feel like an addition to your home that was never meant to be there, but a well-designed laundry room can be a real asset. We’re going to explore some ideas on how you can create a perfect laundry room for your home.
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: How to Create a Perfect Laundry Room in Your Home
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We go into many homes to do home inspections, renovations and repairs. We seldom ever leave those homes without finding at least 1 or 2 electrical safety code violations. More often than not, we see a lot more than 2! Some of the violations are minor but others are serious enough that they could cause a fire. This podcast discusses the most common electrical code violations that might exist in your home and tells you how to go about ensuring the safety of your family.
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: A Guide to Ontario Electrical Code and your Home
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Kitchens have evolved from being a room with just a sink, stove, and fridge to becoming a space where we cook, work, do homework and entertain. It is now often the most important room in the house. It's where you start out your day with that fresh cup of coffee so the mood of the kitchen can really set the tone for the rest of the day.
Kitchen renovations can cost $20,000 up to $70,000 and more! But you don't need to do a complete kitchen renovation to simply update the look of your kitchen. We're going to provide you with 7 of our top ideas to spruce up your kitchen to create a space where you can be inspired.
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: 7 Easy and Creative Ways to Update Your Kitchen
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Home renovations are not for the faint of heart. Whether it's a small bathroom renovation, a complete kitchen upgrade, finishing a basement or completely gutting and redoing your entire home, home renovations can be both exciting and stressful.
Pre-planning and knowing what steps to take are key to a successful renovation. We've put together your ultimate home renovation guide to ensure you stay on track and enjoy the ride.
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: Your Ultimate Home Renovation Guide
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Whether you've already got a quartz countertop or you are considering installing one, you need to know how to properly care for it. Quartz countertops are low maintenance and easy to care for but you need to know the details of how to do so in order to maintain its beauty and longevity. We’ll tell you all the steps and tricks you need to know to ensure you keep your quartz looking gorgeous for years to come.
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: How to Care for your Quartz Countertop
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You’ve just bought a new house and you’re all excited about moving in. It is the perfect neighbourhood and you love the incredible back yard. Even the bedrooms are spacious with big closets! You bought the house because you had a vision. Much of it was exactly what you wanted and the rest of it….you could make your own. That horribly outdated kitchen, and the 1980 bathrooms have to go. The unfinished basement would be a perfect spot for your home office and you could build a fabulous exercise room at one end of it. You’re super excited about the possibilities and can’t wait to get started.
This type of scenario happens a lot. Clients are anxious to get started on their renovations and because they can hardly wait, mistakes can happen. We’re going to talk about seven common mistakes we see homeowners make when renovating a home.
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: 7 Mistakes Homeowners Make When Renovating
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Those of us who have pets know they hold a very special place in our hearts. We may complain about vacuuming up the pet fur or having to take the dog out for a walk at 11pm, but we all know we couldn’t live without them. They leave paw prints on our hearts forever and always.
It is for this reason that we always encourage our clients with pets to consider them in their renovation plans. Pets are part of the household. Their comfort needs to not only be considered during the renovation itself, but we also need to think about how the newly renovated space can be designed to include some of our pets’ needs. We explore all of that and more in this podcast.
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: 10 Tips for a Pet Friendly Renovation
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If you’re a décor enthusiast and love looking through design magazines and watching HGTV, you’ve probably heard that one of the best ways to add interest to a room is through texture. But texture can refer to almost every surface in a room so where do you start? Adding or layering texture properly can make the difference between a well-orchestrated room and leaving the room looking like a mish mash of your latest yard sale finds. In this podcast, we offer many ideas of simple things you can do to add interest and texture around your home.
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: How to Add Texture to a Room
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Hot water tanks are designed to hold water for years and years but flushing them should be part of your regular home maintenance schedule. Following our instructions in this podcast make this is a simple DIY task you can do yourself.
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: How to Drain Your Hot Water Tank
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Whether you've been in your home for a few months or for a few decades, every home could use a little TLC. But how do you pay for those much needed renovations?
Whether it's a small update or a major overhaul, you need to figure out where the money is going to come from to pay for it. We offer a few ideas of how you can pay for your home repairs and renovations.
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: 7 Ways to Pay for Your Renovation Without Going Bankrupt
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For many reasons, multi-generational homes are becoming more and more popular. Adult children and their kids are moving back home to live with their parents. Elderly parents are moving in with their adult children. There are advantages and disadvantages to multi-generational living but in most cases, the positive far outweighs the negative. We explore what forms the basis of multi-generational living, discuss the pros and cons, and talk about the ways you can transform your home to make it a comfortable space for all generations living under one roof.
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: Creating a Multi-Generational Home
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One of the biggest challenges our kitchen renovation clients face is how they are going to deal with meals without a kitchen. It can be very expensive to eat out at restaurants all the time. It can also be quite a challenge to figure out what to feed the family, washing up dishes and even how to cook or where to prepare. In this podcast, we offer solutions to those problems to ensure you feed your family great meals.
Want some great recipes for some freezer meals to help you through your renovation? Click here to download 14 of our favourites.
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: 6 Ways to Prepare Meals During a Kitchen Renovation
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Everyone wants to save as much money as possible when doing renovations. You want the job done well but you don't want to spend more than necessary. When it's a big project you're doing, hiring a general Contractor to head up the project can add 10% to 20% onto the overall cost. So, should you consider being your own general contractor? We explore this idea and talk about a couple of cases that we've experienced first-hand.
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: Should You be Your Own General Contractor?
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Bathrooms are probably the most popular renovation project homeowners do. Updating your bathroom adds value to your home, and because they are smaller than a kitchen, they are an easier project to undertake. It’s important to form a balance between your creative and aesthetic wants and your functional needs. We discuss our top 7 must know bathroom renovation tips to ensure you have a successful project!
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: 7 Must Know Tips for Renovating Your Bathroom
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Classic white continues to be one of the most popular colours for kitchens. They never look dated and always remain “in style”. When my clients ask my opinion on what colour they should select for their kitchens, I always recommend that they consider white. You can always add some interest to your kitchen through the use of colour and texture elsewhere in the room. In this podcast, we explore the benefits of a white kitchen and offer suggestions of how you can opt for white but ensure your kitchen still looks and feels interesting.
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: Benefits of a White Kitchen
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Spring is the perfect time to get your house in shape! We’ve put together a spring maintenance checklist that will help you find the small problems in your home before they become big ones, and will ensure you keep or improve your home’s value!
Make sure your home is safe all year long by downloading our free Homeowner's Guide to Seasonal Maintenance. Just click here for your free download.
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: Spring Home Maintenance Checklist
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Being prepared for a big renovation such as a kitchen reno is the #1 key to a successful renovation. The more you plan ahead and the more knowledge you have going in, the less stress and the fewer problems you will encounter. In our Love your Home seminars, we teach home owners the keys to successfully renovate their kitchens and bathrooms. In this podcast, we explore the starting points of planning: learning to identify which type of renovation you will be doing and the amount of time and money you should plan on for each.
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: Types of Kitchen Renovations
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Having another bathroom in your home is never a bad idea! This is especially important if you currently don’t have a bathroom on your main floor or don’t have an ensuite bathroom. Adding another bathroom typically yields you 100% return on your investment. According to a study by the National Association of Realtors, adding another bathroom can add up to 24% to the value of your home! But if space is limited, how can you accomplish this? Listen to our podcast to find out exactly how you can accomplish this.
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: Converting a Closet to a Powder Room
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Recently kitchens have become multi-purpose rooms and really are the heart of the home. Kitchens are not just used for meal prep but are also being used for homework, list making, eating family meals and as a home office. Having the right lighting in a kitchen can be key for function and décor. We explore the different types of lights you can have in a kitchen and how best to use each.
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: Lighting Solutions for your Kitchen
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When space gets tight in your home and you want to find ways to create more living space without building an addition, converting your garage into a new living space can be an option. We discuss the basics of this project along with some of the zoning and legal issues. We’ll also help you understand the pros and cons to converting your garage to a new living space.
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: Converting Your Garage to a Living Space
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With the global pandemic of 2020, we have all been stuck indoors for extended periods of time, only going out for essential needs. The interiors of our homes then made a big difference (more than usual) to our mental well-being. Consequently the 2021 interior design trends are a move toward natural, organic and simple. This becomes a celebration of the earth’s raw materials and subtle use of colour to evoke emotion. We explore the top 10 interior design trends we can expect to see in 2021.
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: Top 10 Interior Design Trends for 2021
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Kitchen designs have changed a lot over the years but the one thing that has remained consistent in recent years, is the kitchen becoming the heart of the home. Kitchens are no longer just for cooking meals. It has become multi-functional and a more open space to accommodate everyone’s needs. The global pandemic has reinforced this more than ever as families are working and even educating from home. The kitchen is on display now and needs to be as comfortable as your living room. The projected 2021 kitchen trends take all of this into account. As we are spending more time at home and in the kitchen, the trends need to reflect these needs. In this podcast we’re going to explore 12 trends that the experts say we can expect to see in 2021!
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: 12 Top Kitchen Trends for 2021
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Without a doubt, the most significant trend we will be seeing in 2021 in all aspects of our home is a move toward nature. We are all searching for close contact with nature and natural surroundings. This is leading designers to start blurring or even completely erasing borders between the exterior and interior, and between architecture and nature. This podcast is going to help you get inspired with the top bathroom trends we can expect to see in 2021.
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: Bathroom Trends to Expect for 2021
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Basement renovations are a very popular project that increases your home’s value and provides additional square footage of usable space. Whether you have a completely unfinished basement or just want to renovate an existing space, it’s important to plan effectively to ensure the space becomes exactly what you want and need it to be. Good planning is the key to any successful renovation and basements are no exception. Check out our top 10 tips for your successful basement reno!
Are you thinking about renovating your basement? Click here to download our free 22 point checklist to help you successfully plan your basement renovation.
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: 10 Tips to Ensure a Successful Basement Renovation
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Picking just the right tile for your renovation project can be a difficult task. You may think all you have to do is pick one you like the looks of that matches the rest of the décor in the room. But there is much more to consider than just the appearance of the tile. This podcast is your ultimate guide to selecting the perfect tile for your next renovation project.
Want to learn how to select the right grout colour for your next tile project? Click here to download your free cheatsheet!
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: Your Ultimate Guide to Selecting the Perfect Tile
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Our lives have changed a lot since Covid! Many of us are working from home now, maybe permanently. Our children and grandchildren are returning to school now, some with modified schedules and some opting for home schooling. The need for a functional home office has become more prevalent. Check out of 10 ideas to help you easily find space within your home to create the perfect home office.
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: 10 Ingenious Ideas for Creating a Home Office
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You’re anxious to get started on your renovation! You’ve been looking through every design magazine imaginable and watching every home improvement show on TV. You think you now know everything there is to know about renovations…..but do you? We explore 7 more common mistakes you can avoid when doing home renovations.
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: Renovation Mistakes to Avoid During Your Next Project
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My clients ask for help with many aspects of their bathroom project. However, they most commonly need help with picking out the right fixtures. With so any options these days to choose from it’s hard to know what’s good quality and what isn’t, what will fulfill your needs effectively and what is a good value for your hard earned dollars. We bring our 30 years of experience to this podcast to provide you with our top picks for your bathroom fixtures.
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: Our Top Picks for Bathroom Fixtures
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You can never have enough storage, right? I love to maximize every inch of available space I can for storage. This is particularly true in kitchens. Finding extra storage space isn’t necessarily about adding extra square footage to your kitchen. There are many ways you can utilize existing space within your kitchen for storage, and some of them are pretty unique. Check out our suggestions for finding storage solutions in your kitchen.
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: 11 Smart Kitchen Storage Solutions
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Kitchen renovations are a big investment and most are a relatively big renovation project. In today's podcast, I discuss some of the key elements of kitchen renovations that our clients have the most difficulty with. You'll learn some insights into how you can make your kitchen renovation run a little smoother right from the planning process. With some real life examples, we'll talk about some ways you can make the process a little easier.
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With the colder weather just around the corner, now’s the time to prepare your home for fall and winter. Doing regular maintenance to your home helps maintain its value and helps to prevent the small problems from becoming big ones! Listen to this podcast to learn over 20 things you should do to prep your home for fall and winter.
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You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: Fall Home Maintenance Checklist
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Sometimes doing a big renovation is overwhelming but if you still want to refresh the look of your home, what else can you do? Plenty! In Part 2 of this 2 part series, we give you 10 more ideas of small projects you can do around your home to update the look and increase the value of your home.
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: Small Jobs That Update Your Home and Increase Its Value - Part 2
If you missed Part 1, click here to listen to Episode 27 where we give you 10 additional small jobs that update your home and increase its value.
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Renovations can be complicated, stressful and full of unexpected things. There are things you can do to minimize your stress and help your renovation run smoother.
We talk to Paul Kacaba, owner of Multi Trade Building Services to get his ideas on what homeowners can do to make the renovation process flow a little smoother. He offers suggestions and examples of things he's experienced in his 30 years in the renovation industry. Paul and I talk about what happens in a typical day during a renovation.
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You’re not ready for big renovation but you want to update the look of your home! You don’t want to invest a lot of money or time so what can you do? In part 1 of a 2 part series, we explore 10 ways you can update the look of your home and increase its value without breaking the bank.
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: Small Jobs That Update Your Home and Increase Its Value - Part 1
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Renovations can be exciting but if we don’t plan for the unexpected, they can turn into nightmares!! Deficiencies found when opening walls or extras you might want to add to your project can add to the timeline and cost. We explore why you need to build a contingency into your renovation budget.
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: Why You Should Allow a Contingency on Your Renovation Project
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Planning a kitchen renovation is no small undertaking but with the right advice you can make your renovation dream a reality! By learning where and how to splurge and invest your money, (and where not to spend your money), you can pave the way to a stress free kitchen renovation!
If you're planning a kitchen renovation, then download our Kitchen Budget Planner to help keep all project details and costs in one place. Click here for your copy!
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: Renovation Secrets for Your Dream Kitchen
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Labelling our electrical panels is not a job we think about doing. Most of us don’t even realize that we should be doing it or even know how to do it properly! However, this is an important job for any homeowner and should be a priority. We provide you with a step by step guide to labelling your electrical panel along with all of the relevant details you need to know about your electrical system.
Click here to download and print off our cheat sheet with a summary of the points you'll learn in this podcast.
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: Step by Step Guide to Labelling Your Electrical Panel
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When it comes to renovations, choosing the right contractor can make a difference between a successful, stress free renovation and an absolute disaster. In this podcast, we provide you with our expert tips and suggestions to ensure your projects are smooth sailing!
Click here to download our cheat sheet with a summary of the points you'll learn in this podcast.
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: How to Select a Reputable Contractor
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Consider the Return on Investment on that next renovation!
If you’re planning on selling your home in the next 2-3 years or not for another 10-20 years, you should always consider the Return on Your Investment when doing a renovation. This podcast discusses some of the most common home renovations and tells you how much you can expect to get back on your investment.
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: Which Renovations Give the Best ROI?
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Do you know if your bathroom fan is functioning efficiently or is it just making noise? Canada Mortgage and Housing estimates that many homes have exhaust fan that are noisy, move very little air and are not energy efficient. Is your’s one of them? Listen to this podcast to learn how to test your exhaust fan, what to do if it isn't functioning efficiently and everything you need to know to buy a new exhaust fan!
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: Is Your Bathroom Exhaust Fan Working Efficiently?
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You’re all excited about the new renovation you have planned but then reality sets in when you hear the price. You’re looking for ways to save a buck or two. You might be tempted to do a cash deal with your contractor but is it really a good option for you? We explore some of the reasons why doing cash deals is a bad idea!
If you would like a cheatsheet on how to select a reputable contractor, click here to download your copy.
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: Why You Shouldn't Do Cash Deals
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Your kitchen renovation is a big undertaking and can be overwhelming. Done right, it can add value to your home and create a beautiful, functional and efficient space. We explore 12 mistakes we see made all the time and show you how to avoid those mistakes on your kitchen renovation.
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: 12 Mistakes to Avoid when Renovating Your Kitchen
Planning the budget for your kitchen renovation can be a daunting task yet it's so important to maintaining a stress free kitchen renovation. Click here to download our helpful Kitchen Budget Planner.
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Although you may not be selling or buying a new home, a Home Maintenance Inspection can save you thousands of dollars in your current home. It can help you find the small problems before they become big ones and even find safety hazards within your home, helping you keep your family safe. We explore some of the reasons why you need a home inspection even if you're not selling.
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: Why You Need a Home Inspection Even if You're Not Buying or Selling
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A bathroom renovation can be a big undertaking and a lack of information can end in catastrophe. Planning in advance and knowing what mistakes to avoid can ensure a stress free renovation and smooth sailing throughout the project.
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: 10 Mistakes to Avoid When Renovating Your Bathroom
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Finding just the right contractor that you can trust is a challenge many homeowners face today. Today's episode talks to Paul Kacaba, owner of Multi Trade Building Services. Paul discusses why trust is the most important quality when hiring a contractor, how he provides a great customer experience, how he hires the right employees, and how educating his clients and maintaining communication is the key to his 30 years of providing successful and stress free renovations.
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Today’s laminate may not be your grandma’s laminate anymore but has it improved enough for you to install a laminate countertop in your home? We explore the newest innovation and designs of laminate countertops and discuss the pros and cons of considering laminate as an option.
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: Are Laminate Countertops Making a Comeback?
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Home Renovations can be exciting projects to plan and execute. But…they can also be overwhelming and scary when it comes to the cost. We explore 10 ways you can save money on your renovation project with a little bit of pre-planning and some elbow grease!
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: 10 Ways to Save Money on Your Renovation Project
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Most of us have our laundry facilities as a separate room in our homes but that may not be the most practical solution. European laundries offer a way of creating a more functional, efficient and space saving solution. Learn the ins and outs of a European laundry as we explore the advantages, what’s required and where you can locate one.
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: European Laundry: Is It the Right Choice for Your Laundry Room?
Are you unsure of where the best location is to place your laundry? Should you put it in the basement? The main floor? Or maybe on the 2nd floor near the bedrooms? Download our cheatsheet to learn the pros and cons of where to place your laundry facilities.
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We would all love to knock out a wall and double the size of our bathrooms but the reality is that isn’t always in the cards. Budgets and space constrictions don’t always cooperate. We explore 9 of our top, simple to apply tips for making your bathroom appear larger.
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: 9 Tips to Make a Small Bathroom Look Bigger
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Not all contractors are as horrible as some of the ones we hear about on the renovation TV shows. Most of us are honest and hard working people that want to do the best job we can for our clients. This podcast talks about some of the truths contractors would like to tell you but don’t. Learn the secrets that will make your next renovation project run smoother.
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: Truths Your Contractor Won't Tell You
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Being knowledgeable about the process and having the answers to the right questions is key to a successful and stress free kitchen renovation. Knowing what questions to ask is a great place to start. We explore the top 10 questions we feel you should know the answers to before you start your renovation and before you pick the contractor you want to build your dream kitchen!
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: 10 Questions You Should Ask Before You Start Your Kitchen Renovation
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For older adults, the ability to stay in their own homes as they age is paramount. Successfully aging in place, however, requires careful planning for security and safety issues that may otherwise impact their ability to remain at home. We explore the benefits of aging in place and list 20 projects to help you remain at home longer.
If you or a loved one plans to stay at home as long as possible, click here to download our 21 page ebook with over 50 projects you can do to age in place.
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: Your Guide to Aging in Place.
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Did you know you can remove your old alcove or drop in tub and easily convert it to a walk in shower?
If getting in and out of the tub is getting a little challenging for you or if you just simply don't use that tub anymore, then consider installing a walk in shower instead! Make better use of the space in your bathroom and create the luxurious space you truly want.
We explore the pros and cons of this renovation project and provide you with the steps of how to do it..
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: Pros and Cons of Converting Your Tub to a Walk in Shower.
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Do your fuses blow a lot or your breakers trip constantly? Are you frustrated at constantly having to replace fuses or reset your breakers? Are you considering getting a new electrical panel because of it? We explore the reasons why your fuses might be blowing, what you can do about it and whether you truly need a new electrical panel.
Many people think that if they are constantly blowing fuses or tripping breakers that getting a new electrical panel will solve the problem but in 90% of the cases, it won't help at all. Most often it's a symptom of an overloaded circuit. The best way to determine if you have an overloaded circuit is to properly label your electrical panel. Click here to get your download of a step by step guide to label your panel.
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: My Fuses Are Blowing! Should I get a new Electrical Panel?
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A Kitchen renovation can be a big undertaking. Careful planning is the key to having a stress free and successful renovation. We explore the steps required to start the planning process and walk you through key areas to consider when planning your dream kitchen.
We'll discuss things like expanding your kitchen versus redesigning the layout, maximizes counter space, lighting and wants vs. needs. Follow some of the suggestions we discuss to reduce the stress and increase the probability of success for your kitchen renovation!
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: Steps to Planning and Designing a Kitchen Renovation
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The right lighting can really make the difference in a renovation project. Too much or too little can even make the room feel uncomfortable. Bathrooms or kitchens can easily be too dark or lights can be too big or too small for the room. There are many factors to consider when selecting light fixtures for your home. We explore some of them here and help you better understand where each type of lighting should be used.
For complete show notes on this episode, go to our website at Types of Lighting - When and Where to Use Each
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Do you have that dreaded popcorn ceiling in your home? You know what I'm talking about....that stuff that looks like cottage cheese on your ceiling? Most of us hate that stuff.
It was popular in the 1970s through to the 1990s. But no one likes it in their home now!! But it's messy to remove and should really be done by a professional.
In this podcast, we tell you the story of how one of our clients had her popcorn ceiling removed for free when one of our employees put his foot through her ceiling.
We'll also discuss
- the benefits of removing your popcorn ceiling
- the effects of dust from popcorn ceiling
- asbestos in popcorn ceilings
- how popcorn ceilings affect the re-sale value of your home
You can find complete notes for this episode on our blog at: The Benefits of Getting Rid of Your Popcorn Ceiling.
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We spend a lot of time doing laundry….more time than most of us would like! However, there’s no reason why it shouldn’t be fun and done in a pleasant environment. Laundry rooms are the most neglected rooms when it comes to renovations. We explore the reasons why we should renovate our laundry rooms and the pros and cons of having your laundry facilities in the basement vs. the main floor vs. the 2nd floor.
For complete show notes on this episode, go to our website at Should Your Renovate Your Laundry Room?
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Following trends is never a great idea when it comes to renovations but when talking about kitchen design, we explore the trends we feel will outlast their time in the spotlight. From millwork to backsplashes, colour palettes and design styles, we explore what trends will be most popular on the home front for 2020 kitchens.
For complete show notes on this episode, go to our website at Kitchen Trends for 2020
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If you’re planning a bathroom renovation, there are a lot of decisions to be made even before the first hammer swings. Designing the space effectively and aesthetically is one of the first things you need to do. We explore the design trends that are expected to be popular in 2020 and discuss how they can fit into your bathroom reno plans.
For complete show notes on this episode, go to our website at Renovating a Bathroom? Consider These 2020 Trends.
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