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Ice buildup and icicles along the edge of a snow-covered roof

What Causes Ice Dams? Prevention Tips for Ottawa Homeowners

Ice dams are ridges of ice that form along the lower edge of
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Snow-covered two-storey home in Ottawa during winter

Signs Your Home Needs New Insulation: An Ottawa Homeowner’s Guide

It isn’t always obvious when a home has an insulation problem. Often, the
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Contractor installing batt insulation between attic rafters

How Much Attic Insulation Do You Need? A Guide for Ottawa Homes

For most Ottawa homes, R60 is a sensible target when upgrading attic insulation.
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Brick veneer bungalow exterior with low-pitched roof in Ottawa suburb

Insulating a Bungalow in Ottawa: What Makes It Different

Insulating a bungalow isn’t quite the same as insulating a two-storey home. The
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Black mold covering attic roof deck and rafters caused by trapped moisture

How Poor Insulation Can Lead to Mold: Signs, Causes, and Prevention

A musty smell in the attic. Dark staining on basement walls or attic
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Finished basement after insulation upgrade in Ottawa home

How to Insulate a Basement in Ottawa: Materials, Vapor Barriers and R-Values

There’s a specific kind of cold that many homeowners recognize in their basement.
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