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Looking for tips on how to treat outdoor timber? This guide covers everything you need to know to keep your wooden surfaces and structures looking great and protected from the elements. From cleaning and sealing to staining and painting, this guide has got you covered.
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Learn all about custom home costs and the extra costs associated with high-performance homes like passive and pretty good houses. Find out what factors affect the cost of building your dream home, what to watch out for, and general principles to keep in mind.
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You've probably never considered your farm stay a resort, but to many people, it is. So, it's essential to treat it that way, and there are a few criteria you should consider when you plan it.
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Click to watch a quick video that breaks down the common myths about Barn Conversions
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PnFTRI28eMg
05.01.24 03:20 PM - Comment(s)
In this video, I show you practically how the triple pane windows are performing in my "pretty good house" (near passive). Using simple visual (but perhaps not completely accurate) tools, I can not only tell you numbers but show you some of the differences.
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Has your municipality mentioned Site Plan Approval for your project? This article will explain the approval process, how long it takes, what it costs, what it means for your building project, and our best tips to get through it.
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The Ontario Ministry of Agriculture Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) created the "Guidelines on Permitted Uses in Ontario's Prime Agricultural Areas" to assist municipalities in what OMAFRA feels protects “prime farmland” while providing opportunities for different income streams for farmer...
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Learn the top four things you need to consider to ensure you have an efficient (high-performing) building.
01.11.23 04:30 PM - Comment(s)
Most people associate passive house, high performance, and net zero with energy goals for your building. But Passive House buildings provide so much more. Learn how following the building standard, you can create a higher quality space that focuses on occupant well-being and comfort.
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