Reno–Green is our weekly column written by retired builder/contractor Cam Allen. With over 40 years of experience in the building trades, Cam is putting that experience to use by answering any and all questions our readers have about their renovation projects. Every week, we select one response to publish in the column, with an emphasis on improving a building’s energy efficiency and sustainability.
So if you feel stuck on a project or just need a little advice, submit your question in the form at the bottom of any article and Cam will answer it. And it’s not just him answering the questions as he also has a crew of master trades that he calls on for advice specific to a particular trade.
Factory‑Built Housing Explained What Sets Modular, RTM, Panellized and Manufactured Homes Apart? 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 began […]
A History of Factory-Built Homes in Canada Understanding Build Canada Homes Series (Part 1 of 3) 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.
Choosing the Right Front Door for Your Home Compare Steel vs Fibreglass vs Wood Doors 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. There
Is it Normal to Have Condensation on Your Windows in the Winter? The Causes of Excess Humidity, How to Know When It’s a Problem and How to Solve It When It Is In this weekly Q&A column, retired builder/building inspector
The Most Common Electrical Problems in Homes – and How to Spot Them A Homeowner-friendly Guide to Everyday Electrical Problems In this weekly Q&A column, retired builder/building inspector Cam Allen answers readers’ home renovation questions. Have a question? Enter it
Home Wiring 101 Before Upgrading Your Electrical Supply Understand How It All Works and What to Watch For In this weekly Q&A column, retired builder/building inspector Cam Allen answers readers’ home renovation questions. Have a question? Enter it in the
Insulate & Convert How to Convert a Garage to Living Space and Improve Insulation 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. It is
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
