What Are The Top 2023 Home Improvement Products For A Better Home 

I’ve been a contractor for over 40 years and one of the biggest things I always tell homeowners is the importance of using the right high-quality products. Why? For a number of reasons including helping your home last longer, making it more efficient, convenient, functional, and even healthier. I’ve been lucky to do what I do and work with so many great products Making It Right for homeowners. That’s why I’m excited about some of the new innovative home improvement products 2023 has to bring.

 

 

Whether you’re looking to make your home more efficient and reduce your carbon footprint, create the perfect outdoor entertainment space, or simply upgrade your home’s foundation. Here’s my guide on the top 9 products every homeowner should consider for the next home renovation project (or new build). 

1. Panasonic Mirror ERV
2. Schluter Thermostat
3. Techno Metal Posts Helical Piles
4. Schlage Encode Plus

 

#1 Panasonic ERV Family

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I’m excited about the new Panasonic Mirror ERV. Now you’ve always heard me say, a healthy house means a healthier life, which is why I’ve talked about the importance of proper indoor air quality for years. Our everyday lives are significantly impacted by the quality of the air in our homes. You’ve seen me install Panasonic’s ERV in my home and I have to say it’s made a big difference in my indoor air quality. 

 

Panasonic Intelli-Balance® 100 Mirror ERV

 

What’s great about the new Panasonic Mirror ERV is that it’s designed with a mirrored duct configuration for adaptability and ease of installation in mind, regardless of what climate or type of home you live in. This ERV works for single family homes, but is also a great solution for tight spaces where duplicate floorplans require ventilation on either side of a building.

Their new built-in controls cut down on the time needed to adjust the desired airflow, check performance, and maintain it. By getting rid of the stale indoor air and bringing in fresh outdoor air at the same time, it helps to efficiently ventilate the air in your home improving your indoor air quality.

 

 

This ERV includes two (2) DC motors with Smart Flow® technology and a multi-speed selector (50 to 100 CFM) which simply put allows your ERV to adjust airflow automatically to generate balanced, positive, or negative pressure in the home.

 

 

The best part, it can be connected to existing ductwork or used as a standalone, whole-house ventilation solution. It’s a cost-effective solution designed to customize airflow, improve indoor air quality and reduce ventilation costs.  Love that!

 

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#2 Schluter Thermostat

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I’ve been using Schluter systems for years and am always amazed at how well they perform and the advancements Schluter continues to make. Schluter has recently released a new addition to their product lineup – the Schluter®-DITRA-HEAT-E-RS1. 

Nothing beats a hot bath after a chilly day at work, but who enjoys stepping barefoot onto a cold tile? Heated tiled floors and in-floor warming systems are increasing in popularity in bathrooms, kitchens, and other places where tile is used. We’ve installed them in a lot of the projects we’ve worked on. 

 

 

How do you control your heated floor temperature? The new Schluter thermostat is a smart thermostat for the DITRA-HEAT system. It has a modern, mirror-finished look, and third-party integration with popular home assistants easily integrating your floor warming to your smart home’s functionality.

 

 

The Schluter smart thermostat is Wi-Fi enabled. This means you can control the temperature directly from the Schluter Smart Thermostat app. This allows for quick, remote access to your DITRA-HEAT floor warming system. You can adjust the temperature, set schedules, and even monitor your energy consumption, all from the convenience of your phone. It also has geofencing capabilities, which cranks up the heat when you arrive home and detects when you leave. 

If you have Schluter in-floor heating systems I highly recommend you get their new Smart thermostat.

 

 

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#3 Schlage Encode Plus

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When it comes to smart home technology, I’m a big fan. I’m always on the lookout for smart ways to increase the functionality and convenience of my home, especially as I plan to age in place. Let me tell you, I’m really excited about the Schlage Encode Plus. 

 

 

We’ve been installing the Schlage Encode for years on our projects. I love their high quality and security but also their Wi-Fi integration. You can unlock and lock your Schlage Encode right from your phone. This is great if your hands are full or dirty and you don’t want to fumble around for your keys. 

 

 

You can also create up to 100 special access codes for members of your family, close friends, or contractors. This allows you to easily keep track of who is entering and leaving your house.

But what I’m really excited about is their newest Schlage Encode Plus which is launching this Spring here in Canada. This new door lock is compatible with Apple Keys. This means you can lock and unlock your door by tapping your Apple Watch or phone to the lock. 

 

 

The lock is also compatible with a variety of smart home systems, like Apple HomeKit, Amazon Alexa, and Google Assistant. You can also effortlessly include the Schlage Encode Plus into your current smart home setup. This makes this lock one of the most versatile and user-friendly smart locks available since you can manage it with your voice, phone, or smartwatch. 

 

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#4 Atlas Roofing Pinnacle Sun Shingles with 3M Technology

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When it comes to roofing solutions, I’m always on the lookout for something that will not only keep your home dry and safe but will last long (as roofs are a big investment), looks good, and is innovative. That’s why I’m excited about Pinnacle® Sun shingles from Atlas Roofing.

What I love about these shingles is that they provide a complete roofing system. Thanks to the use of reflective granules and 3M™️ Scotchgard™️ Protector, Pinnacle Sun shingles have the ability to fight against algae growth that could ultimately hinder the reflecting properties of the shingles. Plus, their Cool Roof Technology allows the shingles to reflect and emit heat back into the atmosphere instead of transferring it to your home. That means less need for cooling and more savings for you. I love that!

 

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It also contains 3M™️ Smog-Reducing Granules, which help to produce a smog-fighting surface on your roof. These unique granules feature a photocatalytic coating that, when activated by sunshine, transforms smog into water-soluble ions. This in turn helps improve our environment’s air quality. It’s the equivalent of having 2-3 trees on your roof cleaning the air for you —how cool is that?

 

 

These shingles can also handle up to 130 mph wind resistance, and come in a 42-inch-wide format, making it in my books easier and better to install.

And let’s not forget about the style. Pinnacle® Sun shingles come in a variety of sleek coastal-inspired colours to choose from. Plus, with the addition of 3M™️ Scotchgard™️ Protector, they can retain their appeal by preventing ugly black streaks caused by algae. Now that’s Making It Right!

 

 

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BONUS: Copper As a Natural Antimicrobial To Make High Touch Surfaces Cleaner Beyond Our Homes

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Copper is a versatile material that has been used for many years. What’s nice is that it may be used in a wide range of applications and products to generate healthier surfaces.

One of its main advantages is its natural antimicrobial characteristics. It is also safe for people and the environment, and it is the only solid metal touch surface approved for public health claims by Health Canada PMRA and the US Environmental Protection Agency.

 

 

Copper has been shown to eliminate up to 99.9% of harmful bacteria within two hours when used in high-touch surfaces such as door handles, sinks, worktops, workstations, light switches, faucets, bathroom door levers, railings and more. As a result, antimicrobial copper is increasingly being used to decrease bacteria spread in high-traffic public spaces around the world. This includes transportation, commercial areas, sports facilities, medical facilities, and workplaces.

 

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I’m excited to be working with Allegion Canada, Delta®  Commercial, Aereus Technologies, and Teck Resources to make high-touch surfaces healthier in public spaces. It’s important that we look to make where we live, play and work healthier environments.

CuVerro Shield™️, a registered antimicrobial copper solid surface process technology, can transform everyday items into healthier high-touch surfaces. This will help to prevent the spread of bacteria in modern society, which is something that we should all strive for.

 

 

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We will always need to maintain our houses. However, if we use smarter, more inventive, and more energy-efficient items, our homes will be better, healthier, and more effective. I’m excited to see what new products this year brings! 

 

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