Home Building & Additions
VIDEO Q&A: Energy Efficient home design
Updated on January 21st, 2022
I'm looking to build a new energy efficient home Do you have any recommendations on energy efficient features that I...Continue Reading
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Pillar Free Floor Systems
Updated on August 12th, 2021
I'm looking for information on floor and roof supports in new houses I'd like to have a home built with a completely...Continue Reading
Garages & Outbuildings
How can we stop frost from forming on the inside face of...
Updated on November 22nd, 2015
How can we stop frost from forming on the inside face of the garage walls on our three-year-old home during winter The...Continue Reading
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What kind of portable tablesaw should I buy for building...
Updated on January 21st, 2022
What kind of portable tablesaw should I buy for building a new house and outbuildings I'm not a professional, so I...Continue Reading
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How can I fix sunken patio stones in my backyard? Is the...
Updated on November 22nd, 2015
Sinking patio stones and paving bricks are a common problem in Canada because the freezing and thawing temperatures...Continue Reading
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Can I build a partition wall on top of basement subfloor...
Updated on August 12th, 2021
Yes, you can build a non-load bearing wall on top of any basement subfloor product on the market today Since these...Continue Reading
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How should I insulate the floor of a sunroom I’ll be b...
Updated on July 8th, 2021
How should I insulate the floor of a sunroom I’ll be building over a raised deck It’s about 9 feet off the ground,...Continue Reading
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How can I get rid of moisture build up and mold in my 20...
Updated on November 22nd, 2015
How can I get rid of moisture build up and mold in my 20x40-foot, window-free cottage garage The structure is built...Continue Reading
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Will insulating my garage warm up the cold bathroom that...
Updated on January 17th, 2016
Will insulating my garage warm up the cold bathroom that’s above it The garage doesn't have any insulation now, just...Continue Reading
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I’m hearing more about EnerGuide for New Houses, but I...
Updated on August 12th, 2021
I’m hearing more about EnerGuide for New Houses, but I don’t know what it means Can you explain EnerGuide...Continue Reading
Home Exteriors
What kind of siding should I use to replace painted roll...
Updated on July 8th, 2021
What kind of inexpensive exterior wall siding can I install on top of the painted roll roofing that’s above the two...Continue Reading
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What’s the most economical method of heating a new home?
Updated on August 12th, 2021
What’s the most economical method of heating a new home I’m planning to build electric infloor heating or an...Continue Reading