All about under floor heating systems for homes

Under floor radiant heating systems are efficient and comfortable, they also lead to cleaner indoor air quality by not circulating dust and particulate like forced air systems.

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Thinking of building a mortgage-helper rental unit in Vancouver? 

The Secondary Suite Incentive program from Ottawa and the BC Government offers forgivable and low interest loans for building accessory rental units on your property.

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Goverment incentive program sets to increase affordable ADU housing in Vanc

Canada intends to build almost 4 million new homes in the next 7 years. Great, but how?

Canada announced it intends to build almost 4 million new homes by 2031. That’s welcome news as they are badly needed, but that's impossible at our current production rate and methods of construction.

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Canadian home building needs to ramp up to meet demand.

The pros and cons of sheep wool insulation for homes

Fancy being a bit of a black sheep when it comes to your home insulation? Sheep's Wool Insulation for Homes, Tiny Homes & Van Conversions: Benefits, Performance, and Considerations...

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Sheep wool insulation for homes

Which is better metal roofing or asphalt shingles?

Asphalt shingles are the cheapest roof covering you can buy, until you need to replace it. The short lifespan of shingles makes metal roofing a viable option. Here we compare the pros and cons of both.

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which is better - Asphalt shingles or metal roof?

What to look for when buying and renovating to flip a home for profit 

Flipping homes for profit - how to make money renovating and selling homes and how not to lose your shirt!  Key factors to consider for a smart investment and healthy return...  

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