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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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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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Why You Should Get a Home Inspector Before Winter

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Whether you are preparing to buy a home or hunkering down for the winter, it’s worth calling a home inspector before the first snow of the season. When you get a home inspection before the winter season kicks off, your inspector can maximize your safety and give you time to make any necessary repairs, catching little.. (more)
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You Don’t Have A Ghost!

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That chill wind is in the air again as we all gear up for Halloween in the GTA. This season, we wanted to explore certain markers of haunted houses and explain why they might require a professional to come by your home. By professional, we mean a foundation repair team or a house inspector, not a paranormal investigato.. (more)
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Why You Should Work With a Family Company

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When hiring a contractor to do foundation repair or waterproofing on your home, it’s tempting to go with a large company or chain on businesses that tout their size. Bigger is not always better and there are some key points of hiring a time tested, family-owned business that you can’t get anywhere else. Here are s.. (more)
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