Understanding Home Insulation
For every home in the northern hemisphere and more and more in the southern hemisphere, with temperatures rising insulation is becoming
How Thermal Cameras Detect
Thermal imaging technology is one of the greatest advancements in building energy efficiency.
Improving Summer Comfort in an Older Home
The recent Canada-wide heat wave exposed the need for air conditioning and humidity reduction in all occupied spaces.
Venting a Gothic Revival Cottage Attic
If you are a steady reader of this column you know we are advising a couple on a “build our own home” passive assembly.
How to Evaluate and Repair Block Foundation Cracks
It is no secret that numerous parts of Canada, such as Alberta, Montreal and Southwestern Ontario, are seeing excessive rainfall right now.
Are Metal Roofs the Answer to Climate Resilience?
It is well documented that the number one insurance claim resulting from a major wind, hail or wildfire is the roof of a home.
Where Are All Those Shut-Offs?!
A question from a reader who has been following my recent group of columns on insurance made a comment about a home preparation list she found for emergencies.
Renovation Insurance Explained
Given the meteoric rise in insurance cost and the number of claims due to extremes in our climate, I can see why an increase in questions about insurance
Should I have Builders Risk Insurance?
When we are working with a client who is considering having a custom home built or a major addition or renovation