Replacing windows in a 1930s River Heights home means balancing two goals: Preserving the character that makes these properties worth living in and upgrading performance to handle everything a Winnipeg winter demands. Why Window Replacement Matters In River Heights River Heights is one of Winnipeg's most established neighbourhoods, bounded by the Assiniboine River to
Why Large Tuxedo Homes Lose More Heat Than Homeowners Expect True to their neighbourhood’s name, homes in Old Tuxedo can be quite old; the first house in the neighbourhood was constructed in 1915. Most homes in Tuxedo were built before 1981 (an incredible 96.3%). Homes in Tuxedo also tend to be quite a bit
WINNIPEG, MB: Nisby Home Renovations, an exterior home renovation company serving homeowners in Winnipeg and the surrounding area, will attend the Winnipeg Home + Garden Show as an exhibitor. The Nisby team can be found at Booth #1254. The Winnipeg Home + Garden Show is being held at the RBC Convention Centre in Winnipeg
For most Winnipeg homeowners—from those in spacious River Heights bungalows to compact West Broadway character homes—the answer to double doors versus sliding doors comes down to space, style, and energy efficiency. Both door types can elevate a home, but each performs differently in our Prairie climate, where temperature swings of 40 degrees in a
Drafts, water damage, difficulty operating your window, poor caulking, and misalignment—these are the top signs that your window wasn't installed properly. In Winnipeg, where temperature swings of 40 degrees in a day aren't uncommon and winter wind chill routinely hits -40°C, bad window installation isn't just an annoyance. It's a direct hit to your
Replacing windows isn't always easy—but in Winnipeg, it's often essential. New windows can lower your Manitoba Hydro bills, boost curb appeal in neighborhoods from Wolseley to Windsor Park, and protect your home from moisture, pests, and the extreme weather that defines life on the Prairie. Whether you're in a century-old character home with original
Your home's exterior takes a beating. Each winter leaves behind swelling boards, soft spots, and creeping signs of wear. You've started noticing higher energy bills and worrying about what's happening beneath the surface. Choosing new siding feels urgent, but the options come with trade-offs that aren't easy to navigate. Vinyl siding offers a more
Winnipeg's harsh winters—where wind chill routinely hits -40°C and blowing snow finds every crack—and windy summers that sweep across the flat prairie take a toll on your entry door. A storm door creates a critical barrier that helps keep warmth in during Manitoba's seven-month heating season, lets fresh air circulate during brief summer respite,
Your home's siding is your first line of defence and one of the biggest contributors to curb appeal. However, figuring out which siding material is right can feel confusing. Maybe you're torn between the charm of wood shingles, the durability of aluminum siding, or the elegance of natural stone siding. Each option comes with
A cramped existing window can make a room feel dim and underwhelming, whereas a larger window will flood the space with natural light and open up the view. This guide walks you through what it takes to make that vision real, from planning to window installation: Key Takeaways Enlarging windows requires modifying the wall and
