We are all aware of the ongoing wildfires this year, which has led to so much loss of property and homes, not to mention life. What can we do to aid with the protection of our homes from the spread of fires?One way is Defensible Space. This is when the surroundings of...

In this months previous blog, we considered what a Biowall is. In this article we will talk about the benefits of Biowalls.Research has brought to light the advantages of having Biowalls placed in office environments, by showing what a good effect they tend to have on...

While the name Biowall might not be a name you are very familiar with, you may of heard of them by other names such as living walls or even green walls.What is a Biowall and what purpose does it serve?Biowalls are walls that have been covered with living plants. There...

​With the recent attention of disasters related to forest fires, you may have thought about the fire safety of your own home. While there are many steps to take for fire-prevention, an easily missed step could be the firestops installed in your home.Firestops are...

​FEMA home inspectors. Since we have seen so much damage from disasters around North America in recent months, you may have had to deal with the government aid agency FEMA. If you have contacted FEMA or feel you should be prepared in case you have to contact them in...

As we discussed last time, hard water can be an aggravation in our home and you most likely know if you have it or not.But could hard water affect our health?Well, in a way, yes. The WHO reports that there is no convincing evidence to show that hard water affects any...

​Hard water is an issue for many home owners, and can have a big effect on your  homes appliances. The term “hard water” is used to refer to water that contains a high amount of minerals like calcium and magnesium. As water passes through rock and soil, these minerals...

Buying a house that has been foreclosed on can be very appealing, as the price could be much lower than market value. However, there are many pitfalls that one can fall into if you’re not careful or experienced in the foreclosure home market.An ideal way to purchase a...

Buying a home can sometimes feel rather overwhelming. Once you have finally found your home, you then need to deal with all those extra fees you incur, which are referred to as closing costs. These costs can really add up, so here are just a few things you can expect...

In our last article we looked at the potential causes of air pollutants in our home. In this article, we will look at ways to reduce and treat these pollutants. Here are a few suggestions:​Make sure when using gas or kerosene heaters or even stoves etc that the room...