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Andrew Bargen

Full of Hot Air - Why attic ventilation is critical.

The main issue that results from poor attic ventilation is the inability to keep the attic air temperature close to the outside air temp...

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Learn what it takes to build a great fence!

Spring is a great time to start planning for a new fence. Don't let this summer pass you by! Read on to learn the basics of our fence...

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An in depth look at our painting method. - And why we can stand behind it.

At Ardent, we consider a premium paint job as a home with crisp colour transitions, no tooling marks, durable finishes, and excellent...

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7 details to look for in a renovation quote.

Renovations are a great opportunity for you to customize your space. A well planned and executed renovation project will leave little...

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Four floor coverings that make sense.

The sheer number of choices in the flooring realm can make picking a flooring type for your renovation overwhelming. In this post, I will...

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8 key tips for building a strong relationship with your renovation contractor.

A renovator's perspective on proper homeowner etiquette during renovations. Having a strong relationship with your renovation expert will...

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Opinion: Don't buy that house flip.

Are you in the market for a new (to you) home? If so, you have likely come across the term "house flip." As a contractor in the...

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Three Tips for Planning Your Successful Renovation

Poorly planned renovations can be overwhelming and unnecessarily dramatic. Insufficient planning could be the reason such projects make...