13 February 2011

The Dry Garden – Great example of xeriscaping

As beautiful as private landscapes can be, and they can be stunning, none can match the poetry, joy and solace of a public garden done right. As proof, look no further than Arlington Garden in…

Environmental issuesRecycling, composting & wasteOutdoor Living

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…

Construction methodsHome addition & remodelingProfessional ServicesFinance & legal

9 February 2011

How to make your interiors more pet friendly

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7 February 2011

Captured: The Ruins of Detroit

Up…

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6 February 2011

Xeriscaping – A sustainable landscape option

Whether by conscience or necessity, many people are looking to reduce their water consumption. The perfectly manicured emerald lawn may certainly look lovely but normally requires a great deal of…

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2 February 2011

Up on the roof: Those darn ice dams

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1 February 2011

Special Promotion on Customized Drummond Plans

Dream the dream – customize your Drummond House Plan and save!

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30 January 2011

Ten Myths About the New Energy-efficient CFL Light Bulbs

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27 January 2011

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 in Canada's largest earthquake…

Building materialsHealth & securityMaintenance home & gardenTips & tricks

26 January 2011

The Importance of Bathroom and Kitchen Fans

Bathroom and kitchen fans are an important part of your home's ventilation system. They remove odours from your house, which improves indoor air quality. They also remove moisture, which decreases…

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23 January 2011

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 than full of…

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19 January 2011

5 ways to keep your home warmer

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18 January 2011

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…

Building materialsLighting

17 January 2011

Will new mortgage rules trigger winter buying?

The new rules being introduced by the Canadian Real Estate Association could be just the incentive for young home-buyers to get off the fence, as indicated in today's Globe and Mail...

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11 January 2011

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 10 times more to buy.…

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8 January 2011

Plan of the Week – “Perfect Porches!”

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6 January 2011

Indoor Air Quality

With Canadians spending more than 90% of their time indoors, much of it at home, the "healthiness" of their home is a serious issue. Poor indoor air can have a detrimental impact on people's…

Environmental issuesProfessional ServicesBuilding systemsHealth & security

4 January 2011

Radon – A Guide for Canadian Homeowners

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31 December 2010

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.

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30 December 2010

Calgary Homebuilder issues $500 cheques, challenges recipients to pay it forward

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