You might think that only major renovations require building permits – you know, a project like building an addition on the home. But that’s not true, and many homeowners might be surprised to learn that permits from the city are required for smaller jobs, too. This includes finishing basements!

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Home renovations can be incredibly rewarding, but there will always be a little mess left in their wake. This mess has to be tackled responsibly and safely, and it can’t just be taken out to the curb and left for your garbage man – you’ll need some heavy-duty help to get the job done.

When planning the home renovation, you should also plan how you’ll dispose of all that wood, plaster, paint, and other waste. By taking care of it as soon as it’s coming out of the house, you’ll cut clean-up times and get all that junk out of your way as soon as possible!

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For many homeowners, renovations are the last things on their mind during winter, especially if those renovations are outdoors. But if you want to save money, you can use the cold months to plan ahead for any springtime renovations you may have set your heart on.

Take these five money-saving tips into consideration now and get those spring renovations on time and under budget!

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One of the worst feelings is a drip coming from the ceiling and the ominous sign you’re in need of roof leak repairs. Leaky roofs are every homeowner’s nightmare, but if we all make roof inspections a part of our home repair routine, the worst nightmares most likely won’t become a reality.

By inspecting your roof and attic, you can catch any problem before it gets worse and ultimately lessen your roof leak repairs bill. Here are five of the most common reasons for a leaky roof – and what you can do to prevent them.

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