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The Cheapest Home in Moncton Is the One You Already Own
CMHC reports nearly a million Canadian homes need major repairs — and New Brunswick cut its rate more than any province, yet still sits above the national average. Here's how Moncton homeowners keep their place out of that column.
Draft-Proof Your Doors and Windows Before the Moncton Winter Sets In
Late October is the right time to seal the gaps around your doors and windows. A roll of weatherstripping and an afternoon's work can make a Moncton home noticeably warmer all winter.
Your Eavestroughs Before the First Hard Freeze: A Moncton Homeowner's Guide
Moncton already woke up below freezing. Before the first hard freeze locks in, clean troughs, clear downspouts and get water running well away from your foundation.
Shut Off Your Outdoor Taps Now — Before Moncton's First Hard Freeze
Moncton dips below freezing overnight early next week. Shutting off your outdoor taps takes five minutes and prevents one of winter's most avoidable repair bills.
Free House Plans From Ottawa: The Housing Design Catalogue, Explained for Moncton Homeowners
CMHC's Housing Design Catalogue gives away 50 engineered home designs — backyard suites to sixplexes — with Atlantic versions for New Brunswick. What "nearly permit-ready" really means, and where it makes sense in Greater Moncton.
Ottawa's New Heat Pump Rebate: What Moncton Homeowners Should Know Before Spending a Dollar
A new federal rebate of up to $10,000 for heat pumps was announced October 8 — but the application portal doesn't exist yet, and buying too early could cost you the money. Here's what's confirmed, what isn't, and what to do meanwhile.