Bin There Dump That: One Man's Trash Blog

We all want to improve our homes, to make them as beautiful as possible. Making our humble abodes less humble is a common goal, shared by many homeowners. However, a ubiquitous mistake found here is that people shoot for the stars and then get disappointed when they fail. Namely, we understand that you want to get a complete revamp of your home, to add this and that, to remove a wall, to add great value. But sometimes, all you need are some simple changes to refresh your home.

Bespoke luxury gardens are not only reserved for the royalties. Although, yes, it will cost you more pennies, but it doesn't have to break your bank account. Sometimes, you just have to collect some pretty stunning ideas and execute it well.

What makes a garden luxurious does not always mean costly materials with top-notch architects and landscaping team. It can simply have a well-made garden with great architectural details. An addition of plants and trees can also transform your garden substantially, as well as a fountain, a contemporary piece, or artistically designed furniture.

You may know you want energy-efficient windows for your property, but do you know what to look for when shopping for them? For contractors or property owners interested in reducing their carbon footprint, their utility bills or both, everything they need to know about the type of window they choose can be found on the energy performance label as created by the National Fenestration Rating Council.

When it comes to the kitchen problems like leaks, strong, unpleasant odors and drainage system malfunction, the first thing that comes to mind is the fact that they are all plumbing issues. Fortunately, in the majority of these scenarios, there's so much you can do to avoid the worst possible outcome. Sometimes, it's about the quick first response but sometimes it comes down to what you can do to prevent the disaster from ever becoming an option. With that in mind and without further ado,  here are several helpful tips you need to hear.

During Q1 and Q2 of 2019, HomeLight surveyed over 1,300 top-performing real estate agents in the United States to gain the collective expertise of the industry's leading professionals. In the Q1 Top Agent Insights survey, HomeLight asked agents a series of questions about interior home renovation projects, and in the Q2 survey, they inquired about exterior home improvement projects.

It can be very emotional for a family to move out from their old home into their new one. It feels like one chapter in the family life is ending, but that also means another one is just beginning. The last goodbye to your old family home should consist of giving the place a thorough scrub down. You don't want to leave other people with the dirt that you left, just like you wouldn't want to walk in on the same mess in your new place.

Therapeutic Paws of Canada offers a unique program to partnering organizations in the judicial system, aptly named "Support Pets". The Support Pet and their handler will be appearing in courts in several Ontario communities. Enquiries have been received from other provinces but growth is dictated by finances. The Support Pets participating in this new program are Child Certified and they will support vulnerable people during their testimony and court appearances. Congratulations to Michele Peddle and Jasmine, the first TPOC Support Pet volunteer to be scheduled to "Share the Love". Jasmine is a little bundle of pure love. Her presence and support will help the person to find their voice. The power of a therapy dog's unconditional love and support can't be measured. it's priceless! Michele and Jasmine are very active in their community with other TPOC programs. Jasmine enjoys visiting children and helping reluctant readers improve their reading skills. Jasmine's schedule is busy with visits to Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences in Whitby and St. Stephens Secondary School in Bowmanville, as well as, Grandview Children's Treatment Centre.

In a world where climate change is wreaking havoc in unprecedented ways, the need of the hour is to cut down our carbon footprint and become energy efficient. People are gradually making the shift from expensive fossil fuels and rising energy costs, to a cleaner, greener future. You should join this trend and do you part in saving our world. The journey to a brighter tomorrow starts today at your home. With some upgrades/modifications in your home, you can reduce your dependency on fossil fuels. Here are the 6 best energy-efficient home improvements for you to make:

Start With A Plan

If you have decided to tackle the junk in your garage, then follow these quick and simple steps to decluttering it effectively:

After the frigid winter temperatures and the powerful windy rainstorms spring has to offer, you're probably in the market for hot summer days and sunshine. As with any season, your home will need a little attention to help prepare it for the long days ahead. Use this run-down on summertime home maintenance to get your home ready for its most memorable summer yet!