Flood prevention is a topic on the minds of many Alberta homeowners in the aftermath of the floods that struck the southern part of the province in the spring of 2013. While all new and rebuilt homes lying within Alberta’s “flood zone” are now required by provincial law to incorporate active flood mitigation features, it’s always…
The recent floods here in southern Alberta provided a sobering reminder of how important it is to think about incorporating overland flooding prevention strategies into your new build should you be in located in an area where flooding is likely. A wide range of effective techniques can be used to redirect floodwaters away from your home,…
In light of the floods that struck southern Alberta in the spring of 2013, homeowners in the Calgary area have become increasingly concerned about protecting their homes from potential flood damage. The provincial government has also mandated that all newly built and reconstructed homes located in floodways be equipped with flood damage prevention measures. If…
In the wake of the floods that struck southern Alberta in the summer of 2013, the provincial government has introduced changes requiring homeowners in flood zones to make flood-mitigation upgrades in order to qualify for future assistance. If flood damage has forced you to rebuild your home, or if you’re interested in making renovations to…
Major flooding in the spring of 2013 devastated Southern Alberta, and currently it’s estimated that 2,700 Albertans remain out of their homes. As part of its response, the Alberta government has introduced numerous measures to try to prevent future flood damage from occurring to homes and businesses. The floods have so far caused $5 billion…
Right now at Fine Line Home Builders our featured lots in the Okotoks area are ideal for creating an energy-efficient dream home customized to your exact specifications and that fits your needs and lifestyle perfectly. There is plenty of room in Alberta, and if you’ve always dreamed of owning your own custom home on a generously sized and private…
If you’re thinking about building a new luxury custom home, you may be under the misconception that going green means you have to sacrifice comfort. But can energy-efficient equal luxury? The answer is an emphatic yes. Energy-efficient homes have all the creature comforts you’ll find in standard-built homes, and only differ in one regard: the appliances,…
At Fine Line Homes, we’ve found that many of our customers are interested in building custom energy-efficient homes on a rural acreage. To meet their varied lifestyle needs, we’ve developed three distinct Calgary home builders floor plans for large country lots. Custom Home Floor Plans in Rural Calgary: Acreage Layout #1 This is one of our…
Green homes in Calgary are becoming more and more prevalent because they can help save a lot of money on utility bills while surviving this harsh climate. But did you know that working with eco-friendly home builders can also help you land a mortgage rebate? There are two lenders in Canada that offer mortgage insurance…
Fine Line Homes is one of the leading custom home builders in Calgary, offering structurally superior homes with optimized energy efficiency and eco-friendly features. While we encourage our clients to get creative, we do offer two standard Calgary floor plans that are specially designed to maximize living space in the city while minimizing household energy…