🏗️ Why ICFs Are Revolutionizing Construction Insulated Concrete Forms (ICFs) are transforming the way homes and commercial buildings are constructed. They provide superior energy efficiency, incredible durability, and enhanced soundproofing, making them an increasingly popular choice in Ontario’s harsh climate. If you’re considering ICFs for your project, this 3,000-word […]
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Introduction: Welcome to 2025, Where Your House Roasts You Better Than Your Uncle at Thanksgiving Picture this: You stumble into the kitchen at 7 a.m., and your coffee maker greets you with, “Late night? Let me guess… another true crime marathon?” Meanwhile, your thermostat adjusts the temperature while muttering, “Socks in July? […]
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Introduction: Why Your 2023 House is Already a Relic Let’s face it: by 2025, your “modern” farmhouse with its shiplap and subway tiles will look as outdated as a flip phone. The construction industry is sprinting into the future, fueled by climate urgency, tech innovations, and a […]
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Explore the true cost of geothermal systems in 2025 with humor and practical advice. From installation to long-term savings, we break down everything you need to know. Is Geothermal Heating Affordable in 2025? Let’s Break Down the Costs If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to harness […]
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If Ontario’s home-building scene were a hockey game, it’d be a triple-overtime thriller: unpredictable weather, ever-changing rules, and a passionate crowd (read: homeowners) cheering for their team. From the misty shores of Lake Superior to the bustling streets of Toronto, building a home here is equal parts […]
Read more →Decoding the Blueprint: A Comprehensive Guide to Construction Contracts “Warning! Failure to read a written agreement is not a valid defense!” This stark statement underscores the critical importance of understanding every clause, every line, of a construction contract. It’s not just a formality; it’s the foundation upon […]
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Building a custom home is an exciting journey, but let’s not sugarcoat it—it’s also a financial commitment that requires some serious number crunching. In Ontario, the costs of custom home building can swing wildly depending on where you are, what you’re building, and how extravagant you want […]
Read more →The Evolution of 3-D House Printing In the ever-evolving world of construction, 3-D printing has emerged as a groundbreaking technology, promising a revolution in how we build homes. As of 2024, this technology involves using colossal printers to construct buildings layer by layer, using digital models. Think […]
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I get asked this question so often that I decided to write the whole article on that subject. So, we charge $60.00 per hour for every man on the construction site, be it a foreman, knowledgeable framer, or just a labourer. With 10% overhead, 15% profit, and […]
Read more →Geothermal heat pumps are gaining some traction with homeowners interested in saving money, the environment, or both. People who are considering installing a heat pump
Read more →What makes more sense? Building a new home or renovating an existing one? This is a question that homeowners and prospective homeowners often grapple with whenever they wish to upgrade their living standards. Well, there isn’t a clear one-size-fits-all answer to this question because there are many […]
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The average house price in Ontario is $578,000, a figure that has seen a negative 13% change over the last year, according to the Living In Canada website. While home prices across Canada have been steadily rising over the last decade, income levels have not increased at the […]
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Industry Scams Home Builders Should Be Aware Of Canadian construction fraud alone creates annual costs of over $628,000,000 according to a report by Grant Thornton, a leading network of accounting and consulting firms. Construction fraud is on the rise – and not just when it comes to shady […]
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More Than Just Lighting: How LEDs Aim To Revolutionize Your Home Lighting accounts for 4 percent of all the energy used in the average Canadian home. That might not sound like a lot, but LED lighting, which first became commercialized back in the 1970s, is going to make […]
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What makes a perfect kitchen countertop? The kitchen countertop has to be able to take a lot of abuse including the heat of pots, cutting and knives and abrasive cleansers. The ideal countertop should be able to stand up to heat and the sharp edge of a […]
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CLEB LABORATORIES THERMAL STUDY PROVES AN INSULATING CONCRETE FORM WALL CAN ACHIEVE UP TO 60% ENERGY SAVINGS AND 58% GREATER R-VALUE/RSI FOR HOME AND BUILDING OWNERS Ottawa, ON., March 27, 2017 – The Insulating Concrete Forms Manufacturers Association (ICFMA) recently commissioned CLEB Laboratories (formerly known as Air-Ins […]
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When the summer months come rolling in, it is important to keep the home as cool as possible. You do not want to spend too much money blasting the AC the whole summer, and you shouldn’t have too. With these helpful tips, you can ensure that no […]
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Concrete homes assembled with insulated concrete forms give homeowners a superior comfort, solidity, durability, resistance to natural disasters, quietness, and energy efficiency. What are insulated concrete forms? Insulated Concrete Forms (ICFs) are hollow blocks or panels composed of expanded polystyrene foam that is stacked up […]
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Sad but true: Climate change is altering our air quality, and water shortages are becoming an increasingly prevalent problem with negative repercussions on human health and animal habitats. Cedar Ridge is one unique place that nature has spared Imagine yourself where sunrise powders the sky in a […]
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With high house prices dominating headlines so often these days, and thousands of people shifting every year to a new home, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®, Research Division, just published “2015 National Association of Realtors® Home Buyer and Seller Generational Trends Report”. NAR mailed out a 127-question survey using […]
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1) Lightweight Steel Framing Lightweight steel framing consists of cold-formed galvanized steel “C” sections for joists, studs, and rafters. The steel segments come in various depths and gauges so that extra load capacity can be achieved by changing the gauge while keeping the depth the same. Insulation […]
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The price of solar panels is down. It’s fallen by more than 75 percent since 2009, according to prominent environmentalist Bill McKibben. This drop reflects increased efficiency, both in the manufacturing process and in the panels themselves. Still, the initial cost of buying and installing a […]
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The evolution of the North American house has drastically changed in the last couple of decades. Houses in the turn of the century still held many of the mid-century features that are rarely seen today. The division of rooms in older homes stemmed from the idea that […]
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After years of dramatically increasing home size in North America – from an average of 983 sq. ft. in the 1950s up to 2300 square feet in the 2000s, the trend seems to be going in the opposite direction. According to a fresh survey done by the National […]
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Picture yourself sitting on the wrap-around porch of your brand new, custom-built home, watching the sunset at the end of another perfect Ontario day. Or relaxing in front of a crackling stone fireplace as you enjoy a warm cup of cocoa in your wood-paneled study. Planning and […]
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