Despite economic uncertainty and tighter budgets, today’s homeowners aren’t lowering their expectations around siding and exterior cladding. They are continuing to invest in façades that look better, last longer, and hold up…
A Life of Showing Up At 77, Albert Breault still starts most days before the sun comes up. He’s usually awake by 4 a.m., and by 7 he’s at Breault’s Castle Building…
It’s all about glass when it comes to residential windows and doors in 2026. Homeowners are looking for beautiful, unobstructed views that seamlessly blend home and nature. Larger window openings with attention…
On most mornings in Victoria Cove, Deborah Brinson does exactly what she’s done for nearly two decades; she enters the doors of Gander Bay Building Supplies, greets familiar faces, and gets to…
After a more challenging year for the lumber industry than many expected — marred by political shocks, tariff concerns, weather disruptions and affordability fears — 2026 may prove to live up to…
The right tool for the job: the mantra of every professional contractor. Having the right tool, at the right time, saves time, reduces effort and improves results. Every year, Contractor Advantage reaches…
The roofing category has experienced a dip over the last few years, but things are looking up for contractors this year, according to leading Canadian roofing vendors. Low interest rates and their…
Garages have evolved greatly in use over recent decades, shifting from their mainstay use as carports to in-law suites, workshops, home theatres and more. As the garage continues to be seen as…
It happens every year: One day, we wake up to find that summer is but a memory. The nip of fall is in the air. Crisp days are filled with leaves that are falling faster than the temperature. Before you know it, it’s time to move indoors once again.
As we move into the summer of 2024, more and more people are enjoying their outdoor spaces to the fullest. Whether it’s time for a complete makeover or just a tweak by…
Despite several challenges ahead, the need for insulation for renovations and new builds continues to be pronounced. After all, the purpose of a home is to protect homeowners from the elements and…
As Benjamin Franklin once famously said, “The best investment is in the tools of one’s own trade.” While talking about investing in one’s career, the maxim speaks to the benefits of innovation,…
Get ready to cozy up to warmer walls this fall. The cool grey tones that dominated over the last several years are slowly giving way to warm hues that embody all of…
