Next time you need to get your roof replaced or repaired, it’s worth going beyond minimum code. No matter what you choose - fibreglass, metal, asphalt, whatever-always choose a quality product. If your roof is installed correctly with high quality materials, you can rest assured the inside of your house will be protected. Don’t try to save a few bucks by hiring someone who is not a professional contractor or not picking high quality shingles.

Found this photo online - wondering what the reasoning behind this was. I can tell you this was NOT done by a pro.

There are simple landscaping jobs that homeowners can tackle such as painting, clearing yard waste and planting in your planters. But if your landscaping plans go beyond that, I would recommend bringing in a professional.

For example, incorrectly laying down interlocking can create major issues. Without properly compacting the soil and gravel underneath the stone, that soil could sink, allowing water to pool – or worse, flow right toward your foundation. A job done poorly on the outside of your home can actually cause big problems inside.

PHOTOS FROM Salisbury Landscaping in Edmonton.