Glass is such a beautiful, versatile building material, especially when it is applied to your outdoor spaces. Adding glass elements to your patio can enhance its style, comfort, and functionality. Some add-ons and customizations can even …
Looking for a DIY home project that will serve you well into the future? Look no further than this DIY window seat project.
Window seats may look like they cost hundreds or thousands of dollars to pull off, but there is no need to pay a contractor for …
If your home’s windows are relatively new, chances are good that they are double pane, or even triple pane windows. Read on for more information on what is involved during a double pane window repair, including whether or not it’s p…
Think all replacement windows are basically the same? The truth is that there are actually many subtle differences amongst all the products on the market these days, especially when it comes to glass quality and performance.
If you’re o…
Even though you might spend a lot of time looking out your windows, it can be hard to tell when they need replacing – their failing performance isn’t always obvious. Fortunately, there are ways to tell when you might need new wi…
With the cost of heating and cooling your home or business steadily on the rise, energy efficient building features are becoming more and more commonplace. If you’re looking to reduce the cost of your energy bil…
If you feel like your heat runs around the clock as soon as winter arrives, yet it never seems to make much of a difference in certain areas of your home, your sliding glass patio door might be to blame.
Sliding glass doors, as a…
When you think of your sliding glass door, you likely view it solely as a functional and practical way to access your outdoor patio or backyard. But a would-be thief is viewing your patio door as one of the easiest ways to acc…
Choosing a colour for your home exterior can seem pretty daunting, but taking a little time to consider a few factors can make it easier to reach a decision. If you're considered vinyl siding as an option there are a few quick advantages worth mentioning. Firstly, vinyl siding offers a lot more o…
Starting to feel the chill? Maybe the cooler temperatures are reminding you of all the drafty places in your home. Is it the chair by the window no one likes to sit in? The fluttering curtain? The need to bring out the cutesy door sill pillows? Are you already missing the warmth of the sun? We'd l…
Mould growth is the dread of every homeowner not only because of the health risk, but because it can devalue your home investment. Mould growth in your home can start from excessive dampness in a basement or crawl space where rain water finds its way in through foundation cracks. Mould growth isn't …
Replacing the gutters on your home can go one of two ways. One option is to choose to have your gutters professionally installed, the other is the do-it-yourself route with the help of family and friends. Here are 4 reasons why we recommend hiring the Modern team for gutter installation. You can sti…
Look at the front of your favorite home. Why does it stand out? The details that make a house more than just a structure you’ve worked on are all about the final touches you add. Glass railings on a cabin. Patio covers for those wet winters. Garage doors for function and value. Finding a quality …
Are you ready to transform the façade of your home? Instead of focusing on expensive updates and complete home renovations, a new garage door is an instant makeover for every home (it also adds serious value to the house)! There are garage door options for every style of home – whether you have a co…
If the house with the picket fence sounds too 1950s for you, a Modern option is aluminum picket railings. Strong but wind and weather resistant, these railings are beautiful, easy to maintain, and enhance nearly any home design.Aluminum railings are a great option for high decks, swimming pools, a…
It’s gutter season again and there are a few tell tale signs that will alert you to the need for gutter repair or replacement. As those who live on the west coast well know, once the rainy season starts it can be a long stretch of wet before we see the sunshine again. The best place to start is to…
If you're still under the impression that vinyl siding is less appealing than wood, we need to talk. Seriously, the evolution of vinyl siding products in the last decade is nothing less than impressive and if you're home renovation plan includes residing, then vinyl siding deserves your consideratio…
There are many reasons to choose a glass railing system for your patio or deck. Besides the obvious reason of enjoying an unimpeded view, here are 5 other convincing attributes, which make a great case for choosing glass.
1. Versatile. A glass railing blends well with any style of arc…
It's the rainy season here on the coast, and your home should have a well working drainage system to minimize the effects of winter. An effective gutter system is an integral part of keeping your foundation and basement dry, and maybe even your neighbour's basement too! Modern offers gutter installa…
We're routinely asked to provide quotes for French doors to people planning their home renovation projects. As much as we love the look of French doors we will sometimes recommend installing a sliding patio door instead. We carry great options on both of these products, but here's an insider's look …
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