Cam Allen L.I.W. NHI has spent his life in construction, building inspection and writing sustainable newspaper columns. His current passion is Fragile Shelters Publishers where he co-authors books on housing and the climate. For more information please go to Fragile Shelters.
Heat Pumps 101 Heat Pump Basics and Operating Tips In this weekly Q&A column, retired builder/building inspector Cam Allen answers readers’ home renovation questions. Have a question? Enter it in the form below. Last week we looked at heating systems […]
Home Heating 101 What Are the Most Common Heating Sources Used in Canada and Which are Most Efficient? In this weekly Q&A column, retired builder/building inspector Cam Allen answers readers’ home renovation questions. Have a question? Enter it in the
Before the Freeze What Every Homeowner Should Do Now to Prepare Their Home for Winter In this weekly Q&A column, retired builder/building inspector Cam Allen answers readers’ home renovation questions. Have a question? Enter it in the form below. While
Sizing up the Siding Is It Worth Replacing Siding and Adding Insulation to an Old Home? In this weekly Q&A column, retired builder/building inspector Cam Allen answers readers’ home renovation questions. Have a question? Enter it in the form below.
Why Do We Need So Many Permits? In this weekly Q&A column, retired builder/building inspector Cam Allen answers readers’ home renovation questions. Have a question? Enter it in the form below. Along with writing this weekly column I give numerous
Here’s Why Garage Doors Get Blown Open (And What to Do About It) In this weekly Q&A column, retired builder/building inspector Cam Allen answers readers’ home renovation questions. Have a question? Enter it in the form below. A reader from
On a Tight Budget? Here’s What You Should Prioritize for Your Renovation In this weekly Q&A column, retired builder/building inspector Cam Allen answers readers’ home renovation questions. Have a question? Enter it in the form below. Recently, I got a
Foundations and Flood Safety Learn How Slab on Grade Helps Reduce Flood Risk and Discover the Best Methods for Insulating Your Foundation In this weekly Q&A column, retired builder/building inspector Cam Allen answers readers’ home renovation questions. Have a question?
Planning a Basement Renovation 9 Steps to Consider When Renovating Your Basement In this weekly Q&A column, retired builder/building inspector Cam Allen answers readers’ home renovation questions. Have a question? Enter it in the form below. What is your advice
Basements!!! They are often dark, damp, and a flood risk. How can we mitigate? In this weekly Q&A column, retired builder/building inspector Cam Allen answers readers’ home renovation questions. Have a question? Enter it in the form below. Basements!!! They
