

Foreclosure Inspections: Trust Your Gut
Buying a foreclosure or power-of-sale home in Ottawa can be an excellent opportunity to purchase property below market value. These bank-owned homes often attract investors, first-time buyers, and renovators looking for long-term value. However, foreclosure properties also come with higher risk, making a professional home inspection essential. Before committing to a foreclosure purchase, it’s critical to understand the condition of the home. A detailed inspection by an experi
Jan 62 min read


Wind Damage, Part 2
HOW WIND CREATES DAMAGE UPLIFT One of the destructive forces created by wind is uplift, which is the tendency of materials to be lifted...
May 17, 20233 min read


Constructed Wetlands: The Economic Benefits of Runoff Controls
People have a strong emotional attachment to water, arising from its aesthetic qualities -- tranquility, coolness and beauty. As a...
Mar 17, 202318 min read


Wind Damage, Part 1
We know that hail is associated with storms. Usually, storms that drop hail also bring wind, as low-pressure fronts move in and out of...
Dec 3, 20223 min read


Protect Your Property From Water Damage
Water may be essential to life, but, as a destructive force, water can diminish the value of your home or building. Homes as well as...
Apr 8, 20224 min read


Bringing the Sunshine In and Keeping the Water Out – How to Maintain Your Window Wells
Window wells are necessary for basement windows fully or partially below grade. They enable windows to be functional which help bring in...
Nov 2, 20162 min read


How Proper Grading Can Prevent Water Damage
Proper lot grading is an important consideration when dealing with wet basements. Home owners should know that no foundation wall system...
Jun 2, 20161 min read


What is an Ice Dam? Prevention and Advice
Snow on your driveway is seldom more than a pain in the back. However, snow on your roof can lead to leakage, even if your roof is new....
Feb 20, 20162 min read


Fall Back Safely
One of the biggest signs that summer is officially over is scheduled to take place this week. No we’re not talking about Halloween –...
Oct 27, 20153 min read


The Most Vulnerable Areas on a Roof – It Pays to Keep an Eye Out!
Just like the old saying goes “All you need is a roof over your head”. But a leaking one? No homeowner wants to experience that issue. By...
Sep 1, 20152 min read