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Don’t Flush Wasted Water — or Money — Down the Drain Whether you’re buying a new home or just doing that bathroom renovation you’ve always dreamed of, choosing the A high-efficiency toilet can help you save money, protect the environment and conserve water, all without sacrificing performance or peace of mind. right toilet can be one of [...] Ontario’s rapid growth in environmentally friendly energy generation projects, namely wind power, is coming under scrutiny by a number of people who own property near rural wind farms. They maintain that the wind turbines are ruining their enjoyment of the countryside, scaring away wildlife and have become a source of noise, vibration and visual effects that [...] Home Maintenance Tips for Spring If you’re like most Canadians, your home is probably your most important investment. It’s also the place where you In spring it is a good idea to examine the foundation walls for cracks, leaks or signs of moisture, and repair them if required. and your family [...] CMHC’s newest EQuilibrium™ Housing demonstration home opens its doors in Winnipeg EQuilibrium™ Housing is a national initiative led by Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) that brings the private and public sectors together to develop homes that are energy- and resource-efficient, environmentally friendly, and healthy to live in. To help Canadians learn first-hand about sustainable housing, [...] When I first introduced Marcus to the 13 acre Camel View Village Condo development, he was pleasantly surprised by the scope of this project. In this article I hope to convince you to consider a purchase here in Scottsdale as part of your recreational and retirement plans. Scottsdale is an affluent area of the Arizona desert. [...] Incorporating eco-friendly measures in homes has moved beyond installing energy efficient appliances and swapping out incandescent light bulbs for compact fluorescents – going green is giving home sellers a competitive advantage. With luxury condos touting eco-friendly features like rain water recycling, and home builders incorporating energy saving features into new homes, and increasing energy costs, [...] It is no secret that the kitchen can make or break a real estate sale. Its size and functionality can be so specific that it could be perfect for one buyer and not at all useful for another. A great kitchen can add considerable value to your home. However, it is the most costly home [...] CMHC EQuilibrium™ Demonstration Project in Quebec Opens the Way to Net-Zero Energy Consumption The small lot in a modest section of Montréal’s Verdun neighbourhood was once home to a parking lot and car wash. Le Soleil was designed by EcoCité Developments, in partnership with Les Constructions Sodero, to create apartment-style condominiums that are designed to be [...] New Year’s Resolutions for Homeowners Many people look upon the New Year as a good time to resolve to improve our condition, or give ourselves a new look, but what about our most important investment? The start of a new year can also be the right time to make a resolution to make your home safer, [...] |
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