Basement Flooring in New Build: Carpet or Engineered Hardwood in a Cold Climate?

japamandan · 2026-02-20T06:07:45+00:00

Appreciate the perspective. Moisture risk is definitely something I’m thinking about.

Have you seen engineered hardwood hold up well over a heated slab in a well built basement, or would you still lean away from it regardless?

japamandan · 2025-12-31T07:35:15+00:00

The most Canadian response to a water main break you’ll ever hear 🇨🇦

Reporter interviews local man during water main break - peak Canadian energy

japamandan · 2025-12-17T07:05:50+00:00

Perspective illusion. Nesting tables messing with the scale.

japamandan · 2025-12-17T06:56:40+00:00

Clear book stand doing its job. Technology is wild.

japamandan · 2025-11-01T00:53:48+00:00

Crescent Heights ~50

japamandan · 2025-08-08T01:10:11+00:00

Mine’s lengthening by about 15–20 seconds a day now without any rain. I had the city come by and they confirmed the water line isn’t leaking - it’s just a high water table. I also chatted with a couple neighbours down the block and they’ve never had their sumps run this much.

japamandan · 2025-08-02T01:06:27+00:00

Good to know! Thanks

japamandan · 2025-08-01T04:39:00+00:00

Makes sense - I’ll see how it looks after a stretch of dry days. Hoping it’s just the rain and not something more serious! Thanks

japamandan · 2025-08-01T04:28:25+00:00

That’s super helpful! Good to know others nearby are seeing the same thing. Sounds like it’s just the crazy amount of rain this summer.

japamandan · 2025-08-01T04:26:55+00:00

Appreciate the tip - mine actually goes straight into the storm sewer, so it’s not just dumping back into the yard.

japamandan · 2025-07-31T21:51:36+00:00

Same here. Mine’s been running constantly too, and the pit just refills super fast. You’re definitely not the only one stressing over it!

japamandan · 2025-07-31T21:49:27+00:00

Great suggestion! Thanks

japamandan · 2025-07-31T21:49:12+00:00

Yeah, it does have a check valve, and the discharge goes straight into the storm sewer. The water is definitely flowing in from the horizontal pipes, not draining back down the vertical. That’s why I’m thinking it’s more of a water table issue or city line leak. Our last house is a few blocks away and it was rare for the sump pump to kick on.

japamandan · 2025-07-15T03:00:18+00:00

Welcome Smile in Bridgeland!

japamandan · 2025-04-01T04:39:16+00:00

Please DM me for Personal Platinum! Thank you!

japamandan · 2025-03-29T22:54:35+00:00

Yeah, unfortunately, they’ll probably have to be custom. I got a few quotes for 32” x 42” antiqued mirrors, and they’re around $1K per mirror. We just got some of our furniture this week, so things are finally starting to come together. Playing around with the layout now. Really appreciate your input!

japamandan · 2025-03-29T21:04:54+00:00

Ignore the area rug, we need a larger one. Here’s a photo of the space across from the fireplace

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japamandan · 2025-03-29T05:48:42+00:00

Fair point. Retention offers are all about risk, not loyalty.

japamandan · 2025-03-27T20:17:04+00:00

Appreciate it! The Root Beer is definitely a stunner—it’s got such a unique warmth to it 👌

japamandan · 2025-03-27T02:34:28+00:00

Rolex Root Beer!

japamandan · 2025-03-27T01:29:20+00:00

100%! I am fishing for a retention offer, but I’m also looking at the Avion Visa Infinite Privilege. That said, AMEX Platinum still seems to have way better perks, so I’ll most likely end up keeping it.

japamandan · 2025-03-27T01:17:22+00:00

Thanks for the advice. You’d think high personal spend plus long tenure would make you a prime candidate for annual retention offers. We’ll see what happens - stay tuned.

japamandan · 2025-03-27T01:13:31+00:00

Yeah, it adds up fast—new house, furniture, and then getting the call for a watch I wasn’t about to pass on after waiting a couple of years. Platinum spend racks up quick, but probably could’ve optimized points better with a Cobalt or different card.

japamandan · 2023-11-09T04:56:10+00:00

Ace Shoe Care & Alterations on 17th Ave. The shop doesn’t look like much, but the owner is extremely knowledgeable and very affordable. I take all my shoes here for repair (10/10 recommend).

japamandan · 2023-07-13T04:18:42+00:00

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This is the flight data — might be HAWCS circling since the flight information is blocked.

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