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Retrofitting Windows in Ottawa
Ottawa Retrofitting Windows If you attended the Ottawa Home + Garden Show over Easter weekend, you may have heard mention of companies offering window inserts or retrofitting windows in Ottawa....
Door Installation
Door Installation Services Ottawa BestCan Windows & Doors has been providing door installation services since 1970. In the same vein as windows, entry doors are key to your home's style,...
CMHC Guide to Windows, Moisture & Air Quality
CMHC Guide Further to our recent post about the causes of window condensation, we would like to share a wonderful resource from the Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation. Their publication...
Windows & Doors Installed in All Four Seasons
Windows & Doors Installed in All 4 Seasons Did you know the team at BestCan Windows and Doors installs windows and doors in all four seasons? It's true! Many of our clients are shocked to...
Winter Draft Snakes for Windows and Doors
Winter Draft Snakes for Windows and Doors Winter has arrived in Ottawa, and with it comes calls about ways to cope with nasty drafts around windows and doors. If your home or apartment needs better...
Windows: Single, Double & Triple Pane
Windows: Single, Double & Triple Pane Did you know that more than 25% of your home's heat loss occurs through windows? Upgrading your windows (and doors, and skylights) can be an effective way...
Ottawa BBB Accredited Windows & Doors Installers
Ottawa BBB Accredited Windows & Doors Installers In Ottawa, there is no shortage of installers and service companies offering windows and doors. Obviously, with good reason, as windows and doors...
Basement Windows
Ottawa Basement Windows Basement windows often go overlooked or are simply forgotten. It could be due to their smaller size or the fact that they are placed closer to the ground. Regardless of the...
Air Leaks Around Windows and Doors
Air Leaks Around Windows and Doors Want to cut down on your heating costs this winter? Take the time to stop air leaks around windows and doors. By replacing worn weatherstripping or touching up...
Bathroom Renovations – Ventilation
Bathroom Ventilation Renovations Bathroom exhaust fans are a critical piece of a home's ventilation system. They help remove moisture from the air while improving air quality and reducing odours....
Foundation Maintenance
Homeowners should consider an annual audit of their above-grade foundation. Look for cracks, crumbling, and peeling. Note changes in appearance, and water entry points.
Kitchen Hardware
Kitchen Hardware For many, the kitchen represents the heart of the home. Yet over time, the daily wear and tear starts to show, and the warmth of the kitchen fades. Homeowners may want to remodel or...
Bathroom Renovations – Invest In Your Toilet
Bathroom Renovations - Invest In Your Toilet Gone are the days of "one-size-fits-all" toilets. Thanks to innovative designs from around the world, toilets are constantly being updated. If you are...
Ontario Healthy Homes Renovation Tax Credit
Ontario Healthy Homes Renovation Tax Credit Are you an Ontario senior 65 years or older, or a family member living with a senior relative in your home, and want to complete renovations to improve...
Energy Star Windows – What are they?
Energy Star Windows Windows are an essential part of any home. They provide a view into the outside world and also bring in natural light. In some houses, there is too much light coming inside,...
Selecting Door Hardware – Quality Counts!
Selecting Door Hardware Ottawa - Quality Counts! Using good-quality home accessories is a great way to increase the visual appeal of your home. It is also a great way of building value into your...
