Aging population, injury and physical ailments and Alberta Health encouraging transition to home care as soon as possible make handicap conversions more common today. Home care is healthier but does require changes to most homes to make home care easier and safer for everyone involved. With non-handicap bathrooms many families struggle with the physical aspects…
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Help! My Contractor Disappeared With My Deposit
“FLY BY NIGHT” OPERATORS Recently we received a call from a distraught homeowner in tears because her “contractor” disappeared with her $2,000 deposit with a 10% finished bathroom in progress. The tub was removed - all she had was a toilet and vanity. She was desperate. With just one bathroom and three family members, losing…
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Help! I Have Mold in My Bathroom
WHAT IS MOLD? Mold is a microscopic living organism that floats in the air. Most are harmless – but certain molds are very serious and may require professional remediation. Mold can be annoying to keep under control. WHAT IF I’M CONCERNED ABOUT THE MOLD You can call professional remediation companies that can assess your mold…
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Budgeting for Your Bathroom Renovation
LOW BUDGET 3 PC BATH $7,000 For sprucing up to sell or rent budget $7,000 and up using low cost off-the-shelf fixtures. This is the best option for low budget bath renovation. MID-BUDGET 3PC BATH $9,000 Cost for same bathroom in a home you’ll be staying in and want to add long-term value you should…
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