27 February 2011
Spring planting: Wonderful wisteria
Classic Vines Add Fragrance, Color and Romance to Garden Designs Every spring, I see wisteria blooming on fences and pergolas, and every spring it surprises me all over again. Its twining vines have…
Seasonal ideasOutdoor LivingHome addition & remodelingEnvironmental issues
16 February 2011
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 pros and cons of new materials. In 2010, a…
Room by roomHealth & securityDIY projectsHome addition & remodelingTechnology & home innovationBuilding materials
15 February 2011
How to bring out beautiful details in your older home renovation
Whether you are considering buying an older home to renovate, or your existing home needs revamping, remodeling can have pros and cons. Older homes tend to have more charm and personality than…
14 February 2011
Getting your home ready to list
In a buyer’s market, the onus is on sellers to do everything possible to woo potential buyers and get a leg-up on the competition. Here we provide 10 stylish tips for increasing your curb appeal and…
Maintenance home & gardenProfessional ServicesHome addition & remodelingRoom by room
10 February 2011
Looking to build or renovate? Get it in writing!
Why a written contract makes sense... You want to work with a reputable contractor – one that treats you fairly and honestly, puts their promises in writing,and backs up their work.You should not…
Home addition & remodelingProfessional ServicesFinance & legalConstruction methods
23 November 2010
Backup Power For Your Home
The following list of topics pertaining to backup power for your home is covered in the About Your House — General Series from the Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC). You rely on…
Health & securityHome addition & remodelingTips & tricksLighting
21 November 2010
Gas Fireplace Maintenance
Home maintenance is a must for preserving the value of one of your greatest assests and to assure the comfort and safety of your family. These days, many homes feature gas fireplaces for aesthetics…
Maintenance home & gardenHome addition & remodelingDIY projectsFurniture & accessoriesHealth & securityDrummond House Plans
14 November 2010
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…
Maintenance home & gardenTips & tricksDrummond House PlansHome addition & remodelingBuilding materials
26 October 2010
Stay Right Where You Are – (Aging in Place)
By Tessa Holloway, North Shore News October 24, 2010 Peter Simpson had never thought too much about where the plugs in his house were located until he had a hernia operation. "Just a simple thing…
Home addition & remodelingProfessional ServicesHealth & securityDrummond House Plans
22 October 2010
Low Flow Showers for $$$avings
Hot water can account for as much as 25% of a household's total energy costs. In many cases, showers can be the largest single contributor to overall hot water use in a home, accounting for 15% of…
Drummond House PlansRecycling, composting & wasteOutdoor LivingDIY projectsHome addition & remodelingEnvironmental issues
17 October 2010
Solar can be a marketable home improvement
As the U.S. housing market continues to stall, homeowners looking to sell their homes need to identify the best steps they can take to make their property stand out. The right home improvement…
Drummond House PlansFinance & legalLightingHome addition & remodelingEnvironmental issues
21 September 2010
Reduce, Reuse, Renovate
This is a great blog post from Calgary Realtors Michele and Shawn Duce: You may not have purchased a green home, but every time you undertake a remodeling project, you have the opportunity to make…
Home addition & remodelingDrummond House PlansEnvironmental issues
16 August 2010
Affordable Housing Being Built and Renovated in Southeastern New Brunswick
Aug 16, 2010 09:00 ET MONCTON, NEW BRUNSWICK--(Marketwire - Aug. 16, 2010) - The Government of Canada and the Province of New Brunswick today announced an investment of close to $12.6 million for…
Health & securityHome addition & remodelingDrummond House Plans
31 July 2010
Retirees remake their homes to suit “aging in place”
Drawers are more accessible than overhead cabinets for storing dinnerware. The new catch phrase among homeowners is "aging in place." Instead of selling their homes and moving into retirement…
15 June 2010
Media Rooms – Home entertainment at its finest!
Are you new to home theatre? Don't know where to begin? Thankfully there are many resources available to help you through the many options available to you, whether you are a DIY-er or want to bring…
Room by roomDrummond House PlansHome addition & remodelingLatest Trends
18 September 2009
Home Renovation: Visit us at the Nanaimo Trade Show!
Are you considering renovating your home? Come to the Renos Done Right Seminars and Trade Show on September 26, 2009 in Nanaimo. This one-day, free admission show is hosted by the Canadian Home…
Home addition & remodelingProfessional ServicesDrummond House Plans
2 April 2009
House Models with Elevator
In order to answer the increasing requests from the population, Drummond House Plans has decided to re-design three of its top-selling home designs, to incorporate an elevator. In fact, it involves…
Furniture & accessoriesHealth & securityHouse Plan CustomizationDrummond House PlansHome addition & remodelingBuilding materials
5 March 2008
2008 Colour Trends
Colours again? Who can blame me especially on a day like this? Ice pellets, snow, wind! Gray and white are the only colours I'm seeing through my window today..... Even the parked cars this…
20 February 2008
Winter blues? Why not start a remodelling project?
February can be a long and sometimes depressing month for some people. It can be quite a grim month where as in March, we finally get a glimpse of milder weather and temperature. Thank God February…
Health & securityHome addition & remodelingDrummond House Plans
21 November 2007
Planning your garage
Adding a garage is not only practical – it also increases the resale value of your property. With planning, excavation, foundation, construction, electrical and other costs, a simple garage can…
Detached garage & shedFinance & legalMaintenance home & gardenHome addition & remodelingDrummond House Plans