The construction industry is steadfast and strong in Canada with a lot of investments coming from the government in their Growth plan with the Canadian Infrastructure Bank (CIB). The goal is to create 60,000 new jobs in the next 3 years as part of a...
With the great rebates from FortisBC, natural gas has become quite popular in the last decade or so. We all love eliminating a mess by using those wonderful gas fireplaces that turn on from a light switch, but if you look at the type of home you&rsqu...
Is electric heat as expensive to heat a home as you think? Lots of people assume that electric heat is going to be the most expensive but looking at passive homes, heat pumps, and baseboard heaters, electric heat can be as inexpensive or even less ex...
Wood stoves or fireplaces seem to be making a comeback as electric bills rise and the use of fossil fuels becomes more outdated. The great look of a nice chimney and mantle also adds value to a home. It’s not just the cozy romance of these heat...
With winter on its way, we wanted to freshen up our knowledge of home heating options with our series on heat. There are a lot of options available but not all heating options work great for every home. If you’ve got a passive house with less s...