Each change in season brings a list of things that we can do to ensure our homes stay safe and secure for another year. Whether it’s storm windows in the winter, spring cleaning, or cleaning the gutters, home maintenance helps us to keep our family safe and secure. With autumn coming to a close, and…
There are a number of great reasons to take on renovations during the winter. A while back we talked about some of those, like scheduling, pricing, and availability. If you’ve taken some of those things to heart, and are considering getting some renovation work done this winter, here are some ideas of what to focus…
Are you building a new home, or getting ready to renovate your current home? There are likely a lot of things on your mind while you get ready like fixtures, paint, and flooring. Have you given any thought to your shower, yet? When it comes to choosing a shower for your bathroom, there are plenty…
Every year as autumn turns to winter, we get our wardrobes ready for the colder months. But what about our homes? What can we do to ensure that our homes are prepared for the winter months? Here are some tips to help you and your family this winter! Get your heat pump checked. Experts recommend…
An unfinished basement can sometimes feel like a thorn in our side. That one spot in the house that doesn’t match the rest. While it’s easy to sit back and say that it needs to be finished, it’s harder to come up with an idea of what exactly to do. Here at Tri-City Renovations, we’re…
The siding on your home is what can give it personality. The colour and the materials help you to project your personality through your home. But how can you tell when it’s time to replace it? Read on to find out. Watch for rot. While vinyl siding itself doesn’t get dry rot, the wood behind…
If you’re in an older home, or if it’s been a while since you’ve looked at the energy efficiency of your home, now is the time. With amazing new products on the market, as well as some amazing rebates from different levels of government, you’d be remiss to not become more energy efficient. Your roof…
Today, more than ever, people are thinking about the environment and what they can do to play their part. Avoiding plastic straws, carpooling, and recycling are all ways we can help, but what can we do with our homes to become more energy efficient? Most energy loss in homes is due to either poorly installed,…
Get your mini-split checked. Experts recommend that at minimum, you have your mini-split or heat pump checked and professionally cleaned every two years. If it’s been longer than that for you, now is your time. Reach out to the company who did the installation and book an appointment. Check all caulking and sealing. Rotting caulking…