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Home Improvement

From inspiring, information-packed articles about Ottawa renovations to timely home maintenance reminders, you’ll find everything you need to improve and run your home.

Articles

SPOTLIGHT

Panel talk: Renovating for a healthy, comfortable home

A panel of experts including the CHBA, top renovators and an energy consultant share how to get there.

GUEST COLUMN

10 tips for the front of your home

In her latest Design 101 column, designer Sue Pitchforth shares easy tips to freshen your home’s exterior.

FROM THE EXPERTS

Tricks for starting reluctant small engines

Home improvement expert Steve Maxwell shares three tips for starting equipment such as lawn mowers and snow blowers.

Financial assistance to upgrade energy efficiency

Financial incentives make improving your home’s energy efficiency even more attractive.

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Maintaining Your Home

Monthly and seasonal to-dos

Regular maintenance keeps your home safe and comfortable and reduces repair costs. Our Ottawa-focused monthly and seasonal to-dos help you stay on track. We even show you how to do many of them!

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