High indoor humidity in winter shows up in ways many homeowners miss: water droplets or frost on the inside of windows, water pooling on sills, black spots around window frames or in corners, a musty smell in closets or the basement, frost or moisture stains in the attic. Left alone, these can lead to mould and costly damage. Sherwood Mechanical explains how to bring humidity back to a safe level for the outdoor temperature. Learn the signs of high indoor humidity in winter.

Many older homes in Langley, Brookswood and Aldergrove sit over crawl spaces, and our wet winters keep the ground under them damp for months. A crawl space vapour barrier stops that moisture rising into the space, protecting floor framing and keeping rooms above warmer and fresher. If your barrier is missing, torn or stops at the floor, it’s time for an upgrade before the coldest weather arrives. Get our crawl space vapour barrier tips for Langley homes.

Looking for quality men’s knitwear in Vancouver? BIA BORO Menswear in historic Gastown offers a distinctive autumn sweater collection, including a cream cable knit, mustard textured knit, chocolate brown sweater, speckled forest green crew neck and oatmeal ribbed half-zip. Each piece is chosen for character, comfort and versatility. Read our sweater style guide, then visit our Gastown boutique or shop the collection online

A new roof is only as good as its warranty, and winter installation can put that warranty at risk. Every roofing manufacturer sets its own cold-weather rules for material storage, minimum temperatures and installation methods. A flat roof installed outside those conditions may not qualify for coverage. This guide explains why Edmonton commercial property owners should get written confirmation that winter work meets the manufacturer’s requirements before any installation begins.

Planning a siding replacement in Edmonton? The material you choose decides how your home handles the next 25 to 50 years of cold, hail and sun. This guide compares vinyl, James Hardie, metal and ChamClad siding on durability, cost and maintenance, and explains what contractors should check behind your old siding, including sheathing, house wrap and window flashing. Make your re-siding project last with the right choices from the start.

Every October, Calgary homes start running their furnaces again, and many notice a furnace burning smell on day one. It's especially common on the first cold night of the season, when thousands of furnaces start up at once. In most cases it's summer dust burning off the heat exchanger, and it fades quickly. This Calgary homeowner guide from Purcell Heating & Air explains why fall start-up smells happen, how long they should last, and which smells mean you should switch the furnace off and call a technician.