29 October 2024
The advantages of having a materials list during your construction
A material list is now available for every plan offered in the Drummond House Plan collection and can be ordered directly on the website! You can obtain your material list by adding it directly in…
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16 August 2022
Self-service advertising center by Drummond House Plans
Is your business related to residential construction, products & services? We have a proposal via our advertising platform for you which will allow you to promote your business to our web…
Professional ServicesDrummond House PlansTechnology & home innovation
7 July 2019
Top 10 best excuses of house plan copyright infringement!
The majority of the people I know are very much aware that Drummond House Plans makes a point of protecting its copyrights. We have spoken extensively on the subject over the years and have acted…
12 December 2014
Hire the Right Contractor
This article will explore 5 steps to help you hire the right contractor for your project and give you useful advice on how to find the professional that is best for you The most important…
Professional ServicesTips & tricksConstruction methodsFinance & legal
20 November 2014
Most Overlooked Home Repairs
A guest post from Darryl Crosby, edited by Deb Villeneuve Darryl has generously shared his advice on the most overlooked home repairs and maintenance tips that can save you thousands of dollars in…
29 September 2014
Helpful checklist for buying a property
A guest post by Grace Bailey edited by Deb Villeneuve Buying a Property - A Legal Checklist Buying a property is one of the biggest decisions you will make in your lifetime; it will…
20 August 2014
Decorating the playroom
Inspired by an original article by Jenn Larocque If you are short on storage space for all of your children's games and toys this article will help inspire you with ideas for decorating the playroom.…
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8 November 2012
10 Contractor Scam Warning Signs
Our thoughts and empathy goes out to those affected by the recent eastern seaboard hurricane. In the wake of Super Storm Sandy, many homeowners are left wondering what to do. In addition to the…
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29 October 2012
Are You Ready For Disasters? Prepare Yourself!
You can’t turn on any form of media lately without hearing about natural disasters. Whether it is the 7.7 quake on Haida Gwaii or Hurricane Sandy, we are humbled that there is precious little that…
7 June 2012
Bad weather can help you assess your home
Whether it's after a rough winter or following other severe weather - bad weather can help you assess your home so look on the bright side because it gives you the chance to take advantage of…
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25 May 2012
BCIN bulletin
If you are not an Ontario, Canada resident, the B.C.I.N. or Building Code Identification Number will have no impact on your plan order but it means extra charges for all plans shipped to an Ontario…
19 April 2012
Choosing a Builder – Know What Questions to Ask
When you buy a new home you want to get full value for your investment. This means choosing an established and reputable builder—someone you can trust, someone who has the technical skills, a…
9 April 2012
Increase Your Home’s Value With Hardwood Floors
A survey by the National Wood Flooring Association asked real estate agents about the impact of hardwood floors on homebuyers. Of the realtors interviewed, 82 percent said that homes with hardwood…
8 February 2012
Contractor Red Flags: How to Spot (and Avoid) Trouble
Image Source: HGTV Hiring a contractor is one of the most difficult and nerve-wracking things a homeowner ever has to do. Seeking out the right person to do a great job for a fair price can feel…
16 September 2011
Selling a Home in the Autumn
Autumn is one of the best times of the year to get your house on the real estate market. There is more time for buyers to browse. Children are busy back in school, and there’s still enough sunlight…
13 July 2011
Energy Efficiency Series: Great News! Renewed ecoENERGY Retrofit-Homes Program Announced Today!
The Canadian Newswires are abuzz today with the announcement of the renewal of the ecoENERGY Retrofit-Homes program. The CHBA press-released the following: The Canadian Home Builders' Association…
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24 June 2011
Friday Funny – What Descriptive Terms in Real Estate Listings Really Mean…
Creative embellishment is sometimes required when listing properties. Here are some real estate descriptive terms and what they really mean... "SOPHISTICATED CITY LIVING" - Next to a noisy bar. "OLD…
30 May 2011
What House Upgrades Will Increase its Value
Two types of renovations exist: the kind you do purely for your own family's comfort and satisfaction, and the kind you do because you want to increase the value of your property. Your home is a…
Room by roomFinance & legalEnvironmental issuesProfessional Services
19 May 2011
Energy Efficiency Series: Going Green Inside and Out
Two Builders Discuss the Future of Eco-Friendly Construction We have, in part, the energy crisis of the 1970s to thank for many of the green building practices currently in our collective toolboxes.…
Drummond House PlansFinance & legalEnvironmental issuesProfessional Services
2 May 2011
The Perfect Storm: Investing in U.S. Real Estate
They call it the perfect storm. It’s that catchy term used for just about anything these days as long as it defines the union of separate factors or events into a powerful outcome, action or…
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