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Answers to many questions Montreal area home-owners have asked about possible foundation problems, especially problems caused by the swelling of pyritic backfill. Document on site in pdf format, or available in a hard copy print version.
http://www.consommateur.qc.ca/acqc/
Offers suggestions for kitchen remodeling, home siding, residential windows and doors, home security, and pools and spas.
http://www.homeimprovementideas.net/
Dedicated to helping homeowners resolve their construction defects, and exposing the use, abuse, and unfair tactics of binding arbitration in new home contracts.
http://www.hobb.org/
Media home remodeller Don Vandervort offers some tips and free advice about selected subjects. Detailed buying guides for home appliances and other home products are also for sale.
http://www.hometips.com/index.html
Photographs of problem areas, letter to The Home Depot and to Installed Products USA, LLC, as well as notes and commentary related to certain aspects of the installation.
http://offsiteresources.com/Home_Depot_Roofing/index.htm
Providing information for roofing needs. Includes choosing a contractor, materials, and links to contractor resources and Better Business Bureaus.
http://www.weroofamerica.com
Consumer information section of the Association's homepage. Gives advisory bulletins, advice for homeowners about roofs, glossary, roof checkup guide.
http://www.nrca.net/consumer/consumer.aspx
Customer reviews of Alvis Spray On Siding: including products, customer service, warranty issues, failed dealerships, and ongoing litigation.
http://spraysiding.com