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April 15, 2013 | Cody Stuart
How To: Be Home Smart
With a survey from Statistics Canada revealing Canadians are becoming increasingly aware of energy efficiency in the home, and with Earth Day growing near, CREB® Now and HomeSmarts examine some of the things you can do in your home to improve energy efficiency, save money, and lend Mother Nature a helping hand in the process.
March 18, 2013 | CREBNow
Be Water Wise
"As Calgary's population continues to grow, so does the demand on our rivers. More people means more showers and baths, more flushing, more dish washing and more laundry," said the City's 2012 Water Report. "Since we have a finite supply of water, we need to use it wisely to ensure we have enough to meet our future water demands."
March 06, 2013 | Cody Stuart
Ward Off Vampire (Power)
Sucking the blood from their victims in the dead of night, vampires are one of the more evil villains conjured up by the human imagination. There are, however, certain types of bloodsuckers that are far more real – those that could be lurking in your home right now! Now before you rush to the local grocer for garlic and wooden stakes, some clarification may be in order.
March 05, 2013 | CREBNow
Pop The Question: Donna Balzer
Feb. 27, 2013 | Cody Stuart
All Decked out
Host of HGTV's new television show Decked Out as well as the mini-series Deck Wars, and creator, owner and CEO of his own design company, Lafrance has spent the last 15 years generating state-of-the-art custom deck designs across North America.
Jan. 24, 2013 | Cody Stuart
How to: Prevent Frozen Pipes
Every year in Calgary, there are an average of 400 water main breaks. With an average of 2.6 people per household, that's a whole lot of Calgarians who are going to be left with messy clean ups or even put out of their home due to broken pipes. With the water in Calgary's water distribution system measuring between 1 and 3 Celsius, it takes very little exposure to colder temperatures for it to freeze. That's why it is important to make sure your water service lines are not exposed to colder air during winter months. CREB® Now has compiled a few steps homeowners can take to lessen the risks of a broken water pipe in their home.
Jan. 21, 2013 | CREBNow
How To: Christmas Lights
The last two weeks of November signal Christmas light go-time for both DIY homeowners as well as companies that install lights such as Calgary's Bugaboo Landscaping Ltd.
Jan. 02, 2013 | CREBNow
Grow an Indoor Herb Garden
Whether you're a seasoned gardener or are all thumbs instead of a green thumb, you can grow fresh produce in the form of an indoor herb garden in just a few simple steps. With a little TLC, an indoor herb garden is easily maintained and provides your home with fresh greens even during the coldest winter months.
Dec. 17, 2012 | CREBNow
How To: Buy a Home
Buying a new home is one of the biggest investments a person can make. Before you make that leap, here's a few simple steps to make your home purchasing experience a smooth one.
Dec. 17, 2012 | CREBNow
How To: Prepare Your Home for Sale
Whether you're upsizing for an expanding family, downsizing for the golden years or just looking for a new place to call home; here's a few easy and affordable tips to make your house an eye-catching piece of real estate for potential buyers when it comes to selling.
