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Practical guides for keeping your Ottawa home in shape.

• September 15, 2026 · 4 min read

  Drywall vs. caulking: what your new home actually needs

  Nail pops, settlement cracks and gaps around trim are normal in new Ottawa homes. Here's how to tell a drywall fix from a caulking job — and what each costs.

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• September 2, 2026 · 5 min read

  The PDI finishing checklist every Ottawa buyer should know

  Before your Tarion warranty clock runs out, walk your new home with this checklist: paint touch-ups, trim gaps, door alignment, silicone and more.

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• August 20, 2026 · 3 min read

  Drafty windows before winter? Recaulking beats replacing

  Ottawa winters punish dried-out exterior caulk. A $180 recaulking visit can cut drafts and heating costs long before a window replacement makes sense.

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