21 November 2008
Countdown till Christmas…
It is well known that many of us have a tendency to way till the last minute to finish our Xmas shopping and preparations. If you are anything like me, you're the type to wait until the 24 and 31st…
11 November 2008
Electronic Thermostat
Electronic thermostats reach a more uniform temperature than conventional bi-metallic thermostats. What’s more, their use can save up to 10% on the costs of heating. Conventional thermostats work…
Building materialsLightingEnvironmental issuesDrummond House Plans
6 November 2008
Low consuming shower head
Traditional shower heads consume about 14 liters per minute with some even reaching 20 liters. The flow of eco-energetic shower heads is somewhere around 5 liters a minute with some allowing for…
Building materialsDrummond House PlansEnvironmental issuesBuilding systems
31 October 2008
Choosing the right snow removal contractor this winter!
I know, you’re saying to yourself that it’s much too soon to be talking about snow, and to this I would say that you are quite right (although we have already seen snow…). Nevertheless, the month of…
28 October 2008
A billion dollar House !!!
Have you ever had the opportunity to visit a billion dollar house ?! Forbes magazine gives you the chance to visit one through this link My opinion ? Absolutely awesome, imposing and fabulous...…
22 October 2008
Composting is also considered ecological
We are all more aware or at least sensitized to the importance of being more ecological, to recuperate, reutilize, restrict certain uses, etc. I want to talk to you about composting because I find…
Building materialsDrummond House PlansEnvironmental issuesRecycling, composting & waste
9 October 2008
Good ideas for the re-use of rain water
Over the last few days, I did a cleanup of different magazines I receive from around the world which relate to construction. Interesting articles can be found within, which I never have time to…
2 October 2008
What we flush down the toilet is actually ecological!
Who would have known that everytime we flush we are actually flushing away valuable and natural fertilizer. At least that's what Dave claims in his article "Sustainable Sanitation" found on the blog…
18 September 2008
Customer testimony
Last Monday, I posted this messsage on my personal blog from one of our many satisfied customers :o) Good Afternoon, We recently purchased one of your designs and are currently in the process of…
19 August 2008
How much does a detached garage cost?
Article DATED 2008- To tell the truth, this question is asked frequently! It is obviously not easy to give a precise cost due to the imponderables that are connected to it. First, it depends on the…
Building materialsDrummond House PlansLightingDetached garage & shed
12 August 2008
Pouring a Foundation in Winter: What You Need to Know
It’s important to ask yourself one key question before moving forward: what is the main reason for pouring a foundation early in the project and leaving it exposed all winter without building on it?……
25 June 2008
Choosing the proper air conditioning
Our month of June feels more like mid-July with the tremendous heat and clammy humidity, doesn't it? Like barbecues, air conditioners must be selling like hot-cakes! As it's usually the custom, when…
20 May 2008
Maintenance: don’t let yourself be put to the mat!
They are soft, cozy, colourful, warm, and comfortable; they dress our interior decors marvellously well, but they can reveal themselves to be very noxious to our health. Carpeting is a choice…
16 April 2008
A little grass humor…
One thing is for sure, if spring is a sure way to uplift the spirit, so are humor and good laughs! Now, depending on when and where you will read this, you may or may not find it funny. But let me…
26 March 2008
Radiant electric floors linked to cancer?
An expert in electromagnetic fields at Hydro-Québec advises against the use of certain radiant electric floors which could increase the risk of infant leukemia. <<As children are often laying…
19 March 2008
Icicles and Mouldiness
For most people, discussions on energy efficiency are academic. They only seriously think about it when paying their heating bills, when it is too late. It’s during winter that energy inefficiency…
Building materialsBuilding systemsDrummond House PlansHealth & security
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…
Drummond House PlansHealth & securityHome addition & remodeling
13 February 2008
Too much snow on your roof?
It's really amazing how every winter is different. Some years we have truck loads of snow and some years like last year, we hardly had any snow left for family sugar shacks in March! I've recently…
11 February 2008
Integrating natural gas into your project
You’re about to build the home of your dreams? Take advantage and give it a touch of blue to improve your comfort and quality of life. Known for its comfort and effectiveness, natural gas is…
30 January 2008
Timelines when building your home
When will my new house be ready? Building a new home should be one of the most exciting times of your life. It can also be one of the most nerve-wracking. New home construction can easily involve…