Blog Entries Tagged: Home Renovations
Found 12 blog entries tagged as Home Renovations.

A new year brings new opportunities, and for homeowners, it’s the perfect time to plan upgrades that enhance your living space while increasing your home’s value. If you’re considering renovations in 2025, focus on updates that deliver the best return on investment (ROI) and improve your daily life. Here are the top renovation resolutions to prioritize this year:

  1. Energy-Efficient Feature: Energy efficiency remains a top priority for buyers and homeowners alike. Consider investing in smart thermostats, high-performance windows, and solar panels. All do come with a bigger investment upfront, but have massive long-term payoffs. 
  2. Modernize Your Kitchen: The kitchen is often the heart of the home and one of the most valuable areas to upgrade.…

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If HGTV is any indication, people love the idea of renovating a home. Shows like Fixer Upper and Property Brothers are wildly popular, audiences tuning in every week to see neglected homes turn into dream homes. There's something about an underdog that people love to root for--homes included. 

These shows are inspiring. They make fixing up a home seem easy! You drive past an old house and say, "some exposed brick would do that property wonders," or, "it's got great bones - imagine what a fresh coat of paint could do!" Don't let the edited smiles of Chip and Joanna Gaines fool you; renovating a home is hard work. It can be incredibly rewarding and profitable, but you should know these things before making an offer on that shack down the street:

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The process of selling a home involves more than just listing it on the market. Creating an appealing environment that resonates with potential buyers can significantly impact the selling process. Home staging, which is the practice of decorating, organizing, and displaying your home in its best light, is essential. Here are some tips to stage your home in a way that will positively psychologically influence prospective buyers: 

  • First impressions are powerful and can significantly influence buyers' perceptions of a property. A well-staged home creates an immediate sense of warmth and welcome, setting a positive tone for the rest of the viewing.
  • Buyers often make decisions based on emotions rather than logic. Home staging aims to evoke…

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House flipping is the art of buying a property, renovating it, and selling it for a profit. It is an enticing venture for many real estate enthusiasts, but it is not a fool-proof investment strategy. To maximize your returns and minimize risks, it's crucial to steer clear of common mistakes that can plague novice and seasoned flippers alike. Here are some tips for aspiring house flippers:

  • Make sure you keep location in mind, not just the property itself. Steer clear of a cheaper property in a bad area, because "you can invest all the money in the world into making a home spectacular, but if the house is in an undesirable location, you’ll have a tough time finding a buyer. Remember, you never want to have the most expensive home on the block"…

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In the competitive world of Calgary real estate, standing out from the crowd is crucial when selling your home. While granite countertops and walk-in closets have long been the norm, buyers are increasingly seeking unique and unexpected amenities that set a property apart. 

Here are some unusual home features that pay off big time when it comes time to sell your home:

1. Secret Rooms and Hidden Passageways: There's something inherently intriguing about a hidden room or secret passage within a home. Whether it's a concealed home office, a wine cellar behind a bookshelf, or a hidden playroom for children, these covert spaces can add an element of surprise and delight for potential buyers.

2. Home Theater and Gaming Rooms: With the rise of…

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This weekend is the Annual Calgary Renovation Show. If you are a current homeowner, or hoping to become one soon, you do not want to miss out on this opportunity to see the best of the best Calgary has to offer in the home renovation space.

On their website, the Calgary Renovation Show describes themselves as follows: “The Calgary Renovation Show is a vibrant marketplace where you can shop for home-related products and services, experience stunning displays to help inspire your next home project, connect with industry experts, and enjoy informative presentations from renowned local and international home professionals. Whether you’re joining us at the BMO Centre with a specific project in mind or just looking for some inspiration, our local home…

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The sky growing dark by five in the evening is always a sure sign that Christmas is around the corner and that winter has arrived (incase the heaps of snow we received did not already tip you off). While people absolutely love having one more hour to sleep due to daylight savings, the sun falling quickly always seems to throw everyone off. Even when it is daytime, the shadow of winter seems to make any stray ray of light murky and grey.

During a YYC winter, everything seems grey. The snow is grey, the side of your car is grey and the skies are grey. With all this grey it becomes difficult for sunlight to give your home the extra touch of light that it would normally have. To compensate, people must turn to artificial lighting and optical illusions.…

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Winter is coming.

With snow arriving and more to come, it is officially time to do all the little projects you have been neglecting so far this autumn. After all, no one likes to do hard labour in the freezing cold. The weather is going to reach a high of 16 degrees on Saturday, giving you the perfect day to complete everything on your to-do list!

Autumn is a great time for finishing renovation projects you started in the spring/summer and beginning new ones to prepare your home for winter. Remember that home renovations are an important part of keeping your property up to date and in the best condition possible. They may cost you upfront, but they add incredible value to your property. We highly recommend taking regular stock of your home and…

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They say there is nothing quite like home-sweet-home, and they're right. Our homes are where our families grow, our treasured possessions are kept, our pictures are on the wall and our memories are made. When we're not at home, we crave our bed and miss knowing just how much to turn the tap to get the perfect temperature of water. Our homes are deeply personal, a major part of our lives. 

Perhaps we're getting sentimental. After all, Valentine's Day is just one week away. However, we are firm believers in the importance of a home, not only because so many people are not fortunate enough to have one, but because homes do play a major role in our lives. 

We love our home! But do we always treat it with love? No. Sometimes we let it fall into…

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The Calgary Renovation Show is hitting the BMO Centre this weekend from January 13th – January 15th. cNot sure what this show is? You make know it was the Calgary Home + Garden Show, because it was recently re-branded. Although the name may be different this year, the quality of the show will remain and–in many cases–exceed previous years.

There are going to be over 200 vendors at the show to share their ideas and innovations with you. Whether you are looking for some inspiration for your next home renovation or are wanting to find a contractor to work with, this show promises to shower you with new ideas, innovations and contacts.

Just like in previous years, there will be keynote speakers on the MainStage. Here is the lineup for this year:

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