It might be surprising to find out that everything you need to keep your home warm in the winter and cool in the summer is right below your feet. Geothermal energy has been around for decades and is rising in popularity as the most energy and cost-efficient, environmentally friendly source for indoor climate control. Geothermal […]
Solar Power for Your New Build
Solar power is probably one of the most well-known alternative energy sources. For many, capturing energy from the sun using solar panels was the first way regular residential homes could switch to a more environmentally safe process. When it comes to fighting climate change, solar panels, along with all of the other alternative energy systems […]
Spray Foam Insulation
Whether you’re planning a new home build or looking to renovate, installing the right insulation plays a key role in how healthy and energy-efficient your home will be in the long-term. If you require cost-effective insulation that does the job better than other options on the market, spray foam insulation is the ideal choice for […]
What is a Green Roof?
Often dismissed as nothing more than an experimental design trend, green roofs are a lot more ingenious than common misconceptions would have you believe. Green roofs are thought by some to be aesthetically pleasing but expensive ventures that can rack up costs in structural issues and upkeep, when, in fact, the opposite is true. Green […]
Geothermal Heat Pump
5 Things to Know About a Geothermal Heat Pump A geothermal heat pump can save money on energy but costs a lot to install We list geothermal energy pros and cons to help you decide whether this system is best for your home. By the DIY experts of The Family Handyman Magazine The promise […]
What are Net Zero Homes?
The age of eco-friendly living is here. Municipalities are now offering environmental incentives for green housing through grants & incentives. But, even with additional funding for a green home project, the modifications necessary to create a truly sustainable home have long been considered tedious to implement and just too expensive for the average homebuyer. However, […]
What is a Passive House and Why Should You Build One?
No one would blame you for not knowing exactly what a passive house is. Though the term is intriguing, there aren’t many passive homes being made around in the GTA just yet; this is due to a lack of public knowledge on the benefits of passive homes, as well as a lack of training and/or […]
