The edge of any roof or any portion of a room coming up under something like a chimney should have a proper ice-and-water shield underneath it, be flashed properly and sealed. — Bryan Baeumler Copy Share Image
When people build a house, they typically dig a hole for the foundation, and then put the down footings, weeping tile and a stone… — Bryan Baeumler Copy Share Image
A great idea with the sump pit is to look into putting in a battery so your pump will continue to operate if the… — Bryan Baeumler Copy Share Image
No matter how much insulation you add to the attic, if you don't have a proper vapour barrier you'll still lose heat and run… — Bryan Baeumler Copy Share Image
In Vancouver I get a lot of questions about moisture issues, and there are always people concerned about foundations and framing. — Bryan Baeumler Copy Share Image
Surface preparation is vital - the flatter the surface you plan to tile, the easier the process will be. — Bryan Baeumler Copy Share Image
Typically, when you flush the toilet, you shouldn't hear it gurgling in the shower. — Bryan Baeumler Copy Share Image
If you're planning on taking down a bearing wall, you're going to want to bring in a professional with experience in structural work. — Bryan Baeumler Copy Share Image
When you have high pressure in your water pipes and the water comes on or shuts off quickly, the movement of the water through… — Bryan Baeumler Copy Share Image
Avoiding cold floors above a garage is relatively simple when the house is built, insulated and heated properly. It's a little more complicated and… — Bryan Baeumler Copy Share Image
The outdoor spaces around your home should be an extension of the look and feel of the interior. — Bryan Baeumler Copy Share Image
You really have to examine how long you are going to live in the house; budget and then you have to come up with… — Bryan Baeumler Copy Share Image
If you have mould in your attic, it's possible you don't have an effective vapour barrier under the insulation; you may have bathroom or… — Bryan Baeumler Copy Share Image
If a door is installed properly and the frame is square, plumb, level and not twisted, then the door shouldn't swing open or close.… — Bryan Baeumler Copy Share Image
