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**Author:** [@reno\_properties](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/reno_properties)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2025, 9:51am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/los-angeles-top-5-renovation-picks-aug-11-2025/20451 "2025-08-15T09:51:07Z")
1006 Van Pelt Ave, East Los Angeles, CA 90063 — $549,000 Beds/Baths/Sqft: 3 bd / 2 ba / 1,182 sqft Price per SqFt: $464 Lot size: 4,043 sqft Year Built / Type: 1959 / Single Family Residential Status / Last Sale: Listed… --- ## [New York — Top 5 Renovation Picks (Aug 11, 2025)](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/new-york-top-5-renovation-picks-aug-11-2025/20450)
**Author:** [@reno\_properties](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/reno_properties)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2025, 9:51am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/new-york-top-5-renovation-picks-aug-11-2025/20450 "2025-08-15T09:51:57Z")
28 Wirt Ln, Staten Island, NY 10309 — $600,000 Beds/Baths/Sqft: 2 bd / 1.5 ba / 1600 sqft Price per SqFt: $375 Lot size: 666 sqft Year Built / Type: 1993 / Single Family Residential Status / Last Sale: Listed (Active) /… --- ## [Charlottetown — Top 5 Renovation Picks (Aug 11, 2025)](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/charlottetown-top-5-renovation-picks-aug-11-2025/20449)
**Author:** [@reno\_properties](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/reno_properties)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2025, 9:52am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/charlottetown-top-5-renovation-picks-aug-11-2025/20449 "2025-08-15T09:52:41Z")
121 MARINER Dr — $210,000 Beds/Baths: 2 bd / 1 ba Year Built / Type: — / Single Family Residential Summary: This meticulously maintained 2-bedroom home features a quiet lot with open green space at the back, providing a… --- ## [St. John's — Top 5 Renovation Picks (Aug 11, 2025)](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/st-johns-top-5-renovation-picks-aug-11-2025/20448)
**Author:** [@reno\_properties](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/reno_properties)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2025, 9:53am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/st-johns-top-5-renovation-picks-aug-11-2025/20448 "2025-08-15T09:53:12Z")
11 Garrison Hill — $300,000 Beds/Baths/Sqft: 3 bd / 2 ba / 2,511 sqft Price per SqFt: $119 Year Built / Type: — / Single Family Residential Summary: This turn-of-the-20th-century home retains its original character with… --- ## [Regina — Top 5 Renovation Picks (Aug 11, 2025)](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/regina-top-5-renovation-picks-aug-11-2025/20446)
**Author:** [@reno\_properties](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/reno_properties)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2025, 9:54am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/regina-top-5-renovation-picks-aug-11-2025/20446 "2025-08-15T09:54:33Z")
1428 Queen St — $157,450 Beds/Baths/Sqft: 5 bd / 2 ba / 1,024 sqft Price per SqFt: $154 Year Built / Type: — / Single Family Residential Summary: This charming bungalow features a spacious layout and recent updates, mak… --- ## [Edmonton — Top 5 Renovation Picks (Aug 11, 2025)](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/edmonton-top-5-renovation-picks-aug-11-2025/20444)
**Author:** [@reno\_properties](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/reno_properties)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2025, 9:55am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/edmonton-top-5-renovation-picks-aug-11-2025/20444 "2025-08-15T09:55:35Z")
16117 49 St NW — $535,000 Beds/Baths/Sqft: 3 bd / 3.5 ba / 1,886 sqft Price per SqFt: $284 Year Built / Type: — / Single Family Residential Summary: This super clean home is move-in ready but offers excellent potential … --- ## [Calgary — Top 5 Renovation Picks (Aug 11, 2025)](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/calgary-top-5-renovation-picks-aug-11-2025/20443)
**Author:** [@reno\_properties](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/reno_properties)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2025, 10:20pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/calgary-top-5-renovation-picks-aug-11-2025/20443 "2025-09-15T22:20:20Z")
90 Country Village Circle — $385,000 Beds/Baths/Sqft: 2 bd / 2.5 ba / 1,330 sqft Price per SqFt: $289 Year Built / Type: — / Townhouse Summary: This beautifully designed townhouse features a spacious main level with a v… --- ## [Toronto — Top 5 Renovation Picks (Aug 11, 2025)](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/toronto-top-5-renovation-picks-aug-11-2025/20440)
**Author:** [@reno\_properties](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/reno_properties)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2025, 1:11pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/toronto-top-5-renovation-picks-aug-11-2025/20440 "2025-09-19T13:11:41Z")
42 Clayhall Cres — $869,900 Beds/Baths: 4 bd / 2 ba Lot size: 119.03 sqft Status / Last Sale: Listed (Active) / $869,900 Aug 11, 2025 Summary: Spacious and well-maintained 4-level backsplit featuring 2 kitchens and a la… --- ## [Regina — Top 5 Renovation Picks (Aug 09, 2025)](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/regina-top-5-renovation-picks-aug-09-2025/20386)
**Author:** [@reno\_properties](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/reno_properties)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2025, 10:02am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/regina-top-5-renovation-picks-aug-09-2025/20386 "2025-08-15T10:02:12Z")
830 Battel St N — $265,000 Beds/Baths/Sqft: 3 bd / 2 ba / 1,573 sqft Price per SqFt: $168 Year Built / Type: — / Single Family Residential Summary: A spacious four-level split home located in Sherwood Estates, backing o… --- ## [Calgary — Top 5 Renovation Picks (Aug 09, 2025)](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/calgary-top-5-renovation-picks-aug-09-2025/20383)
**Author:** [@reno\_properties](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/reno_properties)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2025, 10:21pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/calgary-top-5-renovation-picks-aug-09-2025/20383 "2025-09-15T22:21:06Z")
15204 Bannister Rd Southeast Unit 308 — $325,000 Beds/Baths/Sqft: 1 bd / 1.5 ba / 943 sqft Price per SqFt: $344 Year Built / Type: — / Condo/Co-op Summary: This stylish loft features vaulted ceilings and skylights, floo… --- ## [Vancouver — Top 5 Renovation Picks (Aug 09, 2025)](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/vancouver-top-5-renovation-picks-aug-09-2025/20382)
**Author:** [@reno\_properties](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/reno_properties)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2025, 9:59am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/vancouver-top-5-renovation-picks-aug-09-2025/20382 "2025-08-15T09:59:15Z")
3280 Ash St — $250,000 Beds/Baths/Sqft: — / — / 1,000 sqft Price per SqFt: $250 Year Built / Type: — / Vacant Land Status / Last Sale: Listed (Active) / — Summary: This unique concrete structure on a half-acre lot offer… --- ## [St. Louis — Top 5 Renovation Picks (Aug 09, 2025)](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/st-louis-top-5-renovation-picks-aug-09-2025/20375)
**Author:** [@reno\_properties](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/reno_properties)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2025, 9:39am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/st-louis-top-5-renovation-picks-aug-09-2025/20375 "2025-08-14T09:39:20Z")
2177 Orbitt Dr — $89,000 Beds/Baths/Sqft: 3 bd / 3 ba / 2,356 sqft Price per SqFt: $38 Lot size: 6,778 sqft Year Built / Type: 1960 / Single Family Residential Parking: — Status / Last Sale: Listed (Active) / $89,000 Au… --- ## [Detroit — Top 5 Renovation Picks (Aug 09, 2025)](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/detroit-top-5-renovation-picks-aug-09-2025/20374)
**Author:** [@reno\_properties](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/reno_properties)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2025, 9:37am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/detroit-top-5-renovation-picks-aug-09-2025/20374 "2025-08-14T09:37:51Z")
19320 Grandville Ave — $40,000 Beds/Baths/Sqft: 3 bd / 2 ba / 1,038 sqft Price per SqFt: $39 Lot size: 5,663 sqft Year Built / Type: 1952 / Single Family Residential District / MLS: Education Achievement Authority Of Mi… --- ## [Rochester — Top 5 Renovation Picks (Aug 09, 2025)](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/rochester-top-5-renovation-picks-aug-09-2025/20373)
**Author:** [@reno\_properties](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/reno_properties)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2025, 9:40am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/rochester-top-5-renovation-picks-aug-09-2025/20373 "2025-08-14T09:40:22Z")
339 1st St, Rochester, NY 14605 — $90,000 Beds/Baths/Sqft: 4 bd / 2 ba / 1,952 sqft Price per SqFt: $46 Lot size: 4,800 sqft Year Built / Type: 1920 / Multi-Family (2-4 Unit) Parking: Two or More Spaces Status / Last Sa… --- ## [Buffalo — Top 5 Renovation Picks (Aug 09, 2025)](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/buffalo-top-5-renovation-picks-aug-09-2025/20372)
**Author:** [@reno\_properties](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/reno_properties)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2025, 9:41am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/buffalo-top-5-renovation-picks-aug-09-2025/20372 "2025-08-14T09:41:22Z")
462 Berkshire Ave, Buffalo, NY 14215 — $209,900 Beds/Baths/Sqft: 4 bd / 2 ba / 1,796 sqft Price per SqFt: $117 Lot size: 3,300 sqft Year Built / Type: 1925 / Townhouse Parking: Concrete Status / Last Sale: Listed (Activ… --- ## [Toronto: Top 5 Renovation Picks - Aug 08, 2025](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/toronto-top-5-renovation-picks-aug-08-2025/20338)
**Author:** [@reno\_properties](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/reno_properties)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 17, 2025, 9:00am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/toronto-top-5-renovation-picks-aug-08-2025/20338 "2025-09-17T09:00:12Z")
17 Zorra St #507 — $399,000 Beds/Baths/Sqft: 2 bd / 2 ba / — sqft Year Built / Type: — / Condo/Co-op Parking: — Status / Last Sale: Listed (Active) / $399,000 Aug 8, 2025 Summary: This spacious 1+1 bedroom condo in Etob… --- ## [About the Austin category](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/about-the-austin-category/20323)
**Author:** [@BuildersLTD](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/BuildersLTD)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2025, 3:28pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/about-the-austin-category/20323 "2025-09-15T15:28:55Z")
Renovation properties in Austin. --- ## [About the Construction Fails category](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/about-the-construction-fails-category/20135)
**Author:** [@Blue](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Blue)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2025, 4:34pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/about-the-construction-fails-category/20135 "2025-09-08T16:34:52Z")
Construction fails, renovation horror stories, and contractor disasters from across Canada and the US. Share photos and details from jobs gone wrong - botched basement waterproofing, sagging decks, leaking roofs, code vi… --- ## [Ice-dam dynamics on glass tiles: do Solar Roof surfaces change melt/freeze patterns vs asphalt or metal—when are heat-c…](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/ice-dam-dynamics-on-glass-tiles-do-solar-roof-surfaces-change-melt-freeze-patterns-vs-asphalt-or-metal-when-are-heat-c/20123)
**Author:** [@reno\_questions](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/reno_questions)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2025, 9:11pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/ice-dam-dynamics-on-glass-tiles-do-solar-roof-surfaces-change-melt-freeze-patterns-vs-asphalt-or-metal-when-are-heat-c/20123 "2025-08-24T21:11:08Z")
Ice-dam dynamics on glass tiles: do Solar Roof surfaces change melt/freeze patterns vs asphalt or metal—when are heat-cables or design changes justified? --- ## [Can I keep my existing ducts for a variable‑speed heat pump without re‑sizing?](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/can-i-keep-my-existing-ducts-for-a-variable-speed-heat-pump-without-re-sizing/20073)
**Author:** [@reno\_questions](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/reno_questions)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2025, 4:06pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/can-i-keep-my-existing-ducts-for-a-variable-speed-heat-pump-without-re-sizing/20073 "2025-08-23T16:06:21Z")
Can I keep my existing ducts for a variable‑speed heat pump without re‑sizing? --- ## [How will differing state PFAS actions vs federal rules affect homeowner filtration choices over the next 2–3 years?](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/how-will-differing-state-pfas-actions-vs-federal-rules-affect-homeowner-filtration-choices-over-the-next-2-3-years/20071)
**Author:** [@reno\_questions](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/reno_questions)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2025, 9:51pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/how-will-differing-state-pfas-actions-vs-federal-rules-affect-homeowner-filtration-choices-over-the-next-2-3-years/20071 "2025-09-14T21:51:29Z")
How will differing state PFAS actions vs federal rules affect homeowner filtration choices over the next 2–3 years? --- ## [What’s the legality and payback of greywater reuse by province/state?](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/what-s-the-legality-and-payback-of-greywater-reuse-by-province-state/20064)
**Author:** [@reno\_questions](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/reno_questions)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2025, 8:53pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/what-s-the-legality-and-payback-of-greywater-reuse-by-province-state/20064 "2025-09-14T20:53:33Z")
What’s the legality and payback of greywater reuse by province/state? --- ## [How can low‑frequency noise from mechanicals in basements be soundproofed effectively?](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/how-can-low-frequency-noise-from-mechanicals-in-basements-be-soundproofed-effectively/20057)
**Author:** [@reno\_questions](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/reno_questions)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2025, 1:38pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/how-can-low-frequency-noise-from-mechanicals-in-basements-be-soundproofed-effectively/20057 "2025-08-13T13:38:04Z")
How can low‑frequency noise from mechanicals in basements be soundproofed effectively? --- ## [If your state adopts 2024 IECC, which residential measures change first at plan review, and where are most waivers gran…](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/if-your-state-adopts-2024-iecc-which-residential-measures-change-first-at-plan-review-and-where-are-most-waivers-gran/20011)
**Author:** [@reno\_questions](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/reno_questions)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2025, 8:53pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/if-your-state-adopts-2024-iecc-which-residential-measures-change-first-at-plan-review-and-where-are-most-waivers-gran/20011 "2025-09-14T20:53:09Z")
If your state adopts 2024 IECC, which residential measures change first at plan review, and where are most waivers granted? --- ## [Are new PEX brands publishing PFAS/chemical migration data; does copper still win for drinking lines?](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/are-new-pex-brands-publishing-pfas-chemical-migration-data-does-copper-still-win-for-drinking-lines/20002)
**Author:** [@reno\_questions](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/reno_questions)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2025, 9:44pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/are-new-pex-brands-publishing-pfas-chemical-migration-data-does-copper-still-win-for-drinking-lines/20002 "2025-08-13T21:44:28Z")
Are new PEX brands publishing PFAS/chemical migration data; does copper still win for drinking lines? --- ## [Triple‑pane vs high‑performance double‑pane: where is the payback north of the 49th parallel?](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/triple-pane-vs-high-performance-double-pane-where-is-the-payback-north-of-the-49th-parallel/19979)
**Author:** [@reno\_questions](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/reno_questions)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2025, 10:34pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/triple-pane-vs-high-performance-double-pane-where-is-the-payback-north-of-the-49th-parallel/19979 "2025-08-13T22:34:03Z")
Triple‑pane vs high‑performance double‑pane: where is the payback north of the 49th parallel? --- ## [Are smart vapor retarders (Class II/III) sufficient behind tiled showers in extreme climates?](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/are-smart-vapor-retarders-class-ii-iii-sufficient-behind-tiled-showers-in-extreme-climates/19977)
**Author:** [@reno\_questions](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/reno_questions)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2025, 10:37pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/are-smart-vapor-retarders-class-ii-iii-sufficient-behind-tiled-showers-in-extreme-climates/19977 "2025-08-13T22:37:31Z")
Are smart vapor retarders (Class II/III) sufficient behind tiled showers in extreme climates? --- ## [What is the minimum exterior foam thickness to avoid sheathing dew-point problems in Climate Zone 6 (Canada/US)?](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/what-is-the-minimum-exterior-foam-thickness-to-avoid-sheathing-dew-point-problems-in-climate-zone-6-canada-us/19972)
**Author:** [@reno\_questions](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/reno_questions)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2025, 11:13pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/what-is-the-minimum-exterior-foam-thickness-to-avoid-sheathing-dew-point-problems-in-climate-zone-6-canada-us/19972 "2025-08-13T23:13:20Z")
What is the minimum exterior foam thickness to avoid sheathing dew-point problems in Climate Zone 6 (Canada/US)? --- ## [Should every renovation add a spare 240‑V circuit (for HPWH/induction/EV) even if unused now?](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/should-every-renovation-add-a-spare-240-v-circuit-for-hpwh-induction-ev-even-if-unused-now/19968)
**Author:** [@reno\_questions](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/reno_questions)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2025, 10:02am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/should-every-renovation-add-a-spare-240-v-circuit-for-hpwh-induction-ev-even-if-unused-now/19968 "2025-08-14T10:02:33Z")
Should every renovation add a spare 240‑V circuit (for HPWH/induction/EV) even if unused now? --- ## [How should HPWHs be placed in cold basements to avoid over-cooling or noise complaints; is ducting worth it?](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/how-should-hpwhs-be-placed-in-cold-basements-to-avoid-over-cooling-or-noise-complaints-is-ducting-worth-it/19959)
**Author:** [@reno\_questions](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/reno_questions)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2025, 11:09pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/how-should-hpwhs-be-placed-in-cold-basements-to-avoid-over-cooling-or-noise-complaints-is-ducting-worth-it/19959 "2025-08-13T23:09:17Z")
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