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What is the “R-2000” Standard of New Home Ratings?

Canadians are faced with a number of programs which quantify the energy efficiency and "green score" of their homes. As part of an ongoing series of articles on energy efficient…Read more

Published: 21 April 2011

Understanding energy efficiency – A house is a system

A house is made up of components that work together to form an integrated system. The performance of one component depends on its relationship with other components in the same…Read more

Published: 14 April 2011

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What, exactly, IS composite decking?

Composite decking, not unlike laminate flooring, has evolved greatly since it became a mainstream building material. Once considered something of an also-ran by early detractors, and compared unfavorably to wood…Read more

Published: 11 April 2011

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EnerGuide Rating for New Homes

There are a number of different construction standards for low energy and/or green homes in Canada. Depending on the region of Canada you are in, you may be familiar with…Read more

Published: 7 April 2011

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Product Innovation: Kerdi-Board – What you don’t see could inspire you!

I love to hear about building material innovations. With that being said, I also tend to wait until the pros have had a chance to work with and evaluate the…Read more

Published: 16 February 2011

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Captured: The Ruins of Detroit

Up and down Detroit’s streets, buildings stand abandoned and in ruin. French photographers Yves Marchand and Romain Meffre set out to document the decline of an American city. Their book…Read more

Published: 7 February 2011

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Up on the roof: Those darn ice dams

A Wayland, Mass. man was felled by a piece of ice as big as a desk this weekend when he was trying to clear an ice dam from his roof.…Read more

Published: 2 February 2011

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Ten Myths About the New Energy-efficient CFL Light Bulbs

The BC government is phasing out the old inefficient incandescent light bulbs, as a way to help us save money and become more energy efficient, but as a result, there’s…Read more

Published: 30 January 2011

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Earthquake awareness – tips to prepare for ‘the big one’

Not all of our readers live in earthquake zones but coastal BC is very much aware of the need to be prepared for 'the big one'. A province-wide initiative resulted…Read more

Published: 27 January 2011

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How to choose green building materials

At DrummondHousePlans, we scour the web for resources for you. With so much discussion about eco-friendly and green building options, it is great to see articles that are more factual…Read more

Published: 23 January 2011

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Architectural Tourism – Harbin International Festival of Ice and Snow

Some architectural styles are classic while others are more temporary in nature. The Ice and Snow Sculpture Festival in Harbin China paradoxically combines the two, except the temporary nature is…Read more

Published: 18 January 2011

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Good-bye incandescent bulbs, hello mercury

The most popular sizes of incandescent light bulbs will disappear from most store shelves in B.C. within the next few weeks and the most common replacement lights cost up to…Read more

Published: 11 January 2011

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We want your natural corks!

A lot of corks will be popping this evening, you may want to think about some creative recycling! An Ontario company specializes in the recycling of natural cork. Jelinek Cork…Read more

Published: 31 December 2010

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Holiday Parody – On the 7th day of building… seven trucks a-pouring!

Our parody on the Twelve Days of Christmas continues. We dare you not to sing them out loud! Seven trucks a-pouring, Six formers forming, Five golden kings! (of finance that is!)…Read more

Published: 21 December 2010

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Holiday Parody – On the 6th day of building…6 Formers Forming!

Our parody on the Twelve Days of Christmas continues. We dare you not to sing them out loud! Six formers forming, Five golden kings! (of finance that is!) Four house plans…Read more

Published: 17 December 2010

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Fireplace Maintenance and Safety

Tend to your chimney with care with these pointers. Enjoying a warm, cozy fire requires a clean, safe fireplace. Here are some tips for keeping it that way: Fireplaces should…Read more

Published: 18 November 2010

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When to replace windows

“Replacing windows is one of the best investments a homeowner can make today. New energy-efficient, eye-appealing, easy to operate and maintain windows add value to the home, especially at resale…Read more

Published: 14 November 2010

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Double-duty recycling of building supplies

Whether you are doing a remodel, a renovation or building new, it is surprising to find how many useable materials end up in site dumpsters. It seems like such a shame but…Read more

Published: 12 November 2010

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12 Questions to Ask Before Choosing a Green Building Product

A green building product better begin as a good product. Here’s what to look for before diving deeper into a product’s green claims. While the industry has made real progress…Read more

Published: 15 October 2010

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Hazardous Household Materials: Lead Paint

The dangers of lead paint have been widely publicized, but how do you know if your family is in danger? The existence of lead paint in a home or building…Read more

Published: 1 October 2010

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