While water is life, it can also wreak havoc on your home. There are many ways to prevent that from happening, such as: 1. Know where the water shut-off valve is and how to turn it off in the event of a leak. 2. Install water leak detectors to alert you of a leak. 3. Proactively check for leaks under sinks, around the dishwasher, washing machine and toilets. 4. Never leave the dishwasher or washing machine running when you are not home. 5. Don’t pour grease down the drains. This can clog drains and eventually case a leak. 6. Avoid distractions when filling the sink or bathtub. 7. Inspect your roof regularly for damage and look for stains on ceilings or walls. 8. Clean your gutters at least once a year to prevent blockages that can cause water damage. 9. If you have a sump pump, have it serviced annually. 10. Insulate exposed pipes in cold climates and ensure a temperature of 15 degrees C minimum is always maintained to prevent pipes from bursting. 11. Shut off water supply while on vac...
Greater Toronto Area (GTA) resale housing market conditions tightened in February 2026 compared to February 2025. While sales were down year-over-year, new listings declined by a greater annual rate. The dip in new listings is in line with recent polling results from Ipsos which show listing intentions are down for 2026. “Many would-be homebuyers are waiting for selling prices to level off before moving into the market. If new listings continue to trend lower through the spring, competition between homebuyers will increase, supporting home prices and a recovery in sales,” said TRREB President Daniel Steinfeld. “There is substantial pent-up demand in the GTA ownership market, with more than 100,000 buyers holding off on making a home purchase. Buyers are waiting for selling prices to level off and for positive news on the trade front. Once we see both, there could be substantial momentum driving home sales in the second half of this year and into 2027,” said TRREB Chief Information Offi...