While many people are intrigued by the idea of building a custom home, budget-conscious would-be home builders frequently voice concerns about costs. After all, custom builds are perceived as being more expensive than standard builds, especially when cutting-edge energy efficiency features are being added. However, the truth is that an energy-efficient custom build doesn’t have…
The Canadian government uses a system known as “EnerGuide” to give consumers a quick and easy way to identify appliances and products that offer significant energy savings. The EnerGuide system is also used to evaluate homes in terms of energy performance, using a scale of 0 to 100 to rate a given home’s energy efficiency.…
It’s spring in Calgary (finally!), and as the city welcomes the return of warm weather, thousands of area residents are already struggling with their seasonal allergies. Though airborne pollen is the root cause of the majority of allergy symptoms, what many people don’t realize is that their indoor air quality could be making things worse.…
Energy efficient home builders are making a major impact in the Calgary construction industry. These builders use proven design principles and sustainable building materials to construct homes that conserve resources while offering superior comfort and livability. For homeowners, the end result is a house that saves them a great deal of money, thanks to dramatically…
Benefits of Building with Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) The energy our homes use to keep us warm and dry actually has the potential to greatly impact the environment. About 22,000 pounds of the CO2 released into the atmosphere annually can be attributed to peoples’ homes. To reduce the environmental impact of the homes we build, Fine Line uses…