Home Building & Additions
What You Need to Know About “Barndominiums”
Published on November 17th, 2023
It's been said that "most people live in the city and go to the country on the weekend" Imagine if you could put some...Continue Reading
Energy Efficiency
BUILDING FOR EFFICIENCY: Optimal Energy Performance for ...
Updated on August 2nd, 2024
House construction isn’t what it used to be, and in some ways that’s a good thing Building codes across my part of...Continue Reading
Energy Efficiency
VERMICULITE HOME INSULATION: Does This Material Pose a H...
Published on September 21st, 2023
A few years ago I got a question from a woman who moved into an older home, and discovered after the fact that the...Continue Reading
Off-Grid Energy
PORTABLE POWER STATIONS: Delivering Power Without Fuel &...
Published on August 10th, 2023
Until a few years ago, fuel-powered generators were the only way to create substantial amounts of electrical power for...Continue Reading
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Q&A OF THE WEEK: “Is It Okay to Make a Vented...
Updated on May 12th, 2023
Q: Is it wise to remove attic insulation and replace it with spray foam on the underside of roof sheathing My brother...Continue Reading
Energy Efficiency
Dos And Don’ts Of AC Maintenance
Updated on July 18th, 2024
Air conditioners (ACs) are standard in many contemporary homes Even though AC units are still pricey, technological...Continue Reading
Energy Efficiency
Most Common HVAC Problems
Updated on November 23rd, 2022
Your HVAC system comprises nearly forty percent of your home's annual energy costs Its ability to heat and cool your...Continue Reading
Off-Grid Energy
5 Ways To Save On Home Solar System Installation
Updated on May 12th, 2023
When it comes to solar energy, there are a lot of benefits to be reaped by both homeowners and businesses In addition...Continue Reading
Home Exteriors
HomePower ONE Solar Generator Product Tour
Updated on March 26th, 2022
Solar generators are portable, cordless power supplies that deliver regular household current when the grid goes down,...Continue Reading
Learning & How-To
Thinking About an Oil-Free World
Updated on March 12th, 2022
Yesterday I paid the most I ever have for gasoline – $183 CAD per litre for regular gas (that's about $550 USD per...Continue Reading
Learning & How-To
GENERATOR CONNECTION: Watch the Simplest Safe Method in ...
Published on January 29th, 2022
Last week we woke up to a power failure on Sunday morning, and when I connected my generator to the house, it got me...Continue Reading
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BUILD YOUR OWN OFF-GRID ENERGY SYSTEM: Still a Few Seats...
Updated on October 16th, 2021
Yesterday the current session of my 6 week online course on designing and building your own off-grid solar and wind...Continue Reading