by Gordon Gauvin | Nov 14, 2025 | Uncategorized
Choosing the appropriate material for your doors and windows is very important because it affects how they look, how long they last, how much energy they use, how easy they are to maintain, and how much they will be worth in the long run. This article will help you...
by Gordon Gauvin | Oct 30, 2025 | Uncategorized
For people who own historic, character, or period homes, deciding whether to replace or restore their original windows is a big deal. This article talks about why restoring old windows is typically a better long-term investment than replacing them completely in terms...
by Gordon Gauvin | Oct 29, 2025 | Uncategorized
In Alberta’s long, harsh winters and noisy places like roads, railroads, and wind tunnels, choosing the appropriate noise-reducing windows means more than just quieter rooms. They also need to be able to keep the heat in and stand up to the weather. This blog...
by Gordon Gauvin | Oct 7, 2025 | Uncategorized
Older homes have a certain charm that new homes often can’t match. It’s the craftsmanship, the details, and the warmth. Every corner has a story to tell, whether it’s the beautiful woodwork, the original glass panes, or the way sunlight shines...
by Gordon Gauvin | Oct 7, 2025 | Uncategorized
Heritage homes are architectural time capsules – filled with character, craftsmanship and historical significance. But below that charm is a tangle of structural and environmental difficulties, no more so than in the building envelope: the barrier separating the...
by Gordon Gauvin | Sep 24, 2025 | Uncategorized
We have seen way too many times when excellent intentions were ruined by the improper way of repairing historic buildings. As someone who has worked on historical restoration projects in Edmonton and other places for more than 30 years, I can say that heritage...
