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The Strawberry Box House – Shelter from the Storm

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The History of Wartime Housing in Canada During World War Two, the demand for housing in Canada was so high that many government-sponsored initiatives were enacted which included the construction of victory houses, wartime houses, wartime bungalows, post war bungalows, or the better known strawberry box house. These s.. (more)
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Is Heavy Snow A Potential Foundation Danger?

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Winter Preparation As we prepare for holiday parties and family gatherings towards the end of the year, we should also stay prepared for what winter brings. It’s best to feel safe all the way through your winter festivities. In areas with heavy snowfall, like the Greater Toronto Area, there is a significant risk of .. (more)
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Keeping Your Basement Dry and Safe This Winter

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Keeping Your Basement High and Dry This Winter Severe winter weather in the GTA often means danger for homes and structures, especially for older structures. As time passes, the soil around your home moves and changes composition, roots grow into areas they were not previously present, and years of cold weather take t.. (more)
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Wintertime Basement Waterproofing and Foundation Repair?

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Can Crack Repair and Basement Waterproofing happen during the winter? A crack or leak in the foundation of your home is concerning at any time of year, but definitely most worrisome in the winter! Although it is true that every mile is two in the winter, we are equipped for the journey and are experts in low footprint.. (more)
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Home Repairs You Should Make Before Winter

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Winterizing is one of the most essential parts of preparing for the colder months in the Greater Toronto Area. Without making important repairs to your home before the first snow of the year, you could be in for some bad surprises when the snow melts. Here are some repairs we recommend you make before winter: Clear .. (more)
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Structure Danger: Leaf Fall & First Frost

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The leaves are starting to change in the Greater Toronto Area, and while beautiful, it also means danger for your home and foundation. Colder temperatures mean the season's first frost is coming. If unprepared, either of these natural events can cause a significant increase in the moisture on and around your home, pote.. (more)
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