Becoming energy efficient Save our planet, save you money To reduce your home’s contribution to our global environmental problems, reducing your homes heating energy use is the single most effective way to do so, and it saves you money. In most homes, heating is...
Building equity Barrie ON What is equity? To make it simple, equity is the difference between the current value of a property and the balance of all mortgage obligations. Building equity in your home should be one of every home owners primary goals. As an example...
POLYBUTYLENE WATERPIPES What is polybutylene? Polybutylene is a plastic resin used to manufacture water piping and was installed in commercial and residential properties from 1978 through 1995. Polybutylene quickly became a substitute for tradition copper piping due...
What does EIFS stand for? Exterior Insulation and Finish System. A basic EIFS system consists of 4 components: Polystyrene or polyisocyanurate foam insulation board. Glass fiber reinforcing mesh. Weather barrier composed of a durable, water-resistant base coat applied...
Asbestos in the home There are several products that contained a type of asbestos in older buildings , but since the 70’s asbestos-based products should only contain asbestos chrysotile fibres. You may find asbestos in: Floor and ceiling coverings Different...
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