Have you protected your home against water damage? If your answer is “I’m not at all prepared” or “at least I can swim,” you’re not alone. Many Canadian homeowners do not have potential water damage on their minds – but you should. Residential floods and water damage can cause a lot of destruction. And beyond […]
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As warmer weather approaches, you’ll likely be in and out of your garage more than usual. You may be grabbing sports equipment, reaching for gardening supplies, tackling a DIY project, or packing up the car for a beach vacation. Whatever the occasion, an organized and efficient garage makes life run smoother. However, for many of […]
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No gray area here! Black and white is a classic pairing that transcends time. If you are looking to add drama, elegance, and flair to your space, look no further. We’ve curated a wide range of ideas from recently renovated homes that will show you how to use black and white in your home design […]
You’ve heard of spring cleaning, but what about spring renovating? Here is a list of home renovation projects that will maximize storage and combat clutter in a way no deep clean could do alone! By implementing a thoughtful and customized renovation project, you’ll enjoy a more organized home all year round. Tui Kanuka, Principal of […]
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Key considerations for funding your next reno project Most of us don’t have tens or hundreds of thousands of dollars sitting in our bank accounts. So, when it comes to paying for a renovation project, we’ll need some sort of financing. The type of financing you choose will be based on a couple of factors, […]
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The Canadian Home Builders’ Association (CHBA) recently released the results from its latest Home Buyer Preference Survey, an annual market research study powered by Avid Ratings that offers valuable insight into what Canadians want in their homes. The survey, which is in its seventh year, is a useful tool for builders, renovators, designers, and DIYers […]
If you’re looking to do a home renovation, locating a potential contractor is just the first step to getting your renovation underway. You’ll want to thoroughly consider a few prospective contractors before deciding who to hire to minimize any avoidable issues in your renovation. This should include interviewing the contractor. “But my neighbour used contractor […]
Fact: Winter is easier with a good mudroom in your home – Canadians know this well. In fact, in the Canadian Home Builders’ Association (CHBA)‘s 2021 Home Buyer Preference Survey, powered by Avid Ratings, 33.19% of respondents listed a mudroom as a “must-have” in their home, while 27.58% said they “really want” one. That’s a […]
The bathroom is one of the most important elements in every home. It’s also one of the top rooms with the highest return on investment (ROI) according to the Appraisal Institute of Canada, which makes it a great candidate for a renovation. Not only will a good bathroom remodel increase the value of your home, […]
When it comes to design trends, social media is the perfect place to get the home dcor ideas flowing. And behind the anonymity of the keyboard, people are free to get what they really think out in the open. So we asked the RenoMark Instagram audience what they think about some of the best 2021 […]
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