Canada Secondary Suite Loan Program: the announced loan will not proceed
The federal secondary-suite loan announced in 2024 was not implemented. Here is what changed and what homeowners should verify before...
How to Keep Your Home Warm: Energy-Efficient Tips from NRCan’s ‘Keeping the Heat In’
As winter sets in, ensuring your home retains warmth becomes essential for comfort and energy efficiency. Natural Resources Canada's guide,...
Quick and Dirty Low-E Coating Detection
A quick and dirty procedure using a cell phone to check if window glass has or does not have low-e...
Split-level homes: which spaces belong in the volume calculation?
Before comparing airtightness results or planning heating equipment, reconcile the included spaces, air volume and exterior surfaces. A worked, explicitly...