Home Builder Journal

As the COVID-19 pandemic confines us to our homes for longer than we’re used to, we might notice things we enjoy about or homes, but we’re...

What is Thermal Bridging? During our colder mornings here in Lethbridge, you might notice frost lines on the exterior of your home. These are sometimes referred to...

Less Water, Less Maintenance, More Xeriscape You likely already understand the importance of conserving your water use at home. There are many things you can do...

What is an energy-efficient home?  An energy-efficient home is just that, a home that uses energy efficiently. By paying close attention to the air sealing of...

Your First Home Could be Your Dream Home Looking to build a new home? The First Time Home Buyer Incentive (FTHBI) can help. If you build new, you...

Don’t Move. Improve! So, you’ve reached the point where you’ve outgrown your starter home. Or perhaps you’ve outgrown your dream home, or simply wish you would...

What is a Laneway House? The laneway house has become increasingly popular in large metropolitan areas trying to preserve great neighbourhoods while increasing density. But it...

Photo: rawpixel.com Why isn’t a home an investment? The home you live in is an investment in your comfort, lifestyle, and family, however, it’s not an investment...

Photo by Skitterphoto from Pexels Environment Week 2019, June 1-8 Some time ago, the “environment” may have been considered as only what existed outside of municipal limits. Well, now...

You’ve decided to build your dream home, or are certainly interested in building your dream home. You know a cookie-cutter home isn’t going to cut it....

We’ve reached that time of year. We seem, for some reason, to spend more time in our homes and less time outdoors. It’s also that time of...