by Mike Baker | Jun 20, 2023 | News
Richelle from Engel and Volkers realty reached out to me about a web series she is putting together. She wants to demystify the home buying process for first time home buyers. This really appeals to me and I was happy to help. Removing some of the unknowns for first time home buyers is one of my favorite parts of the job.
by Mike Baker | Dec 29, 2021 | News
Here are a few tips for home maintenance in the winter. There’s never a moment when home maintenance does not matter, especially when dealing with cold, wet weather.
by Mike Baker | Feb 17, 2017 | News
*POST UPDATED FEB 13, 2021
I have completed the WETT training and I’d like to take a moment to discuss some of the important aspects of wood burning. This topic is especially relevant due to changes in the Comox Valley in regards to wood stove emissions.
by Mike Baker | Jan 20, 2017 | News
The purpose of a perimeter drain system is to disperse the water collected from the roof surface away from the foundation wall of a house. The roof drainage system and the perimeter drain system need to work together to manage the water around a building. These are important systems given our location on Vancouver Island in a temperate rainforest zone.
by Mike Baker | Dec 15, 2016 | News
Prospective house buyers should be on the look out for certain signs when they are viewing a house for the first time. These are suggestions of what to keep in mind and why you should have a home inspector look at your potential new home.