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…
If insulation is installed poorly, mechanically damaged or compressed from moisture, problems arise. Fine Line custom homebuilders are experts in the various types of insulation available on the market and guarantee a water- and air-tight home – whether old or new! The following are signs of poor insulation and air infiltration in your home. The…
At Fine Line Homes, we want to save you money on energy costs and help save the environment as best we can. For eco-friendly home builders, this means sharing the benefits of insulated concrete forms (ICF). What is ICF? Insulated concrete forms were first developed in Europe during the aftermath of World War II as an inexpensive,…
In and around Calgary many homes are built with attached or detached garages that get nearly as cold inside as it is outside during the winter months. Since we’re a hardy sort, many of us spend plenty of time in the garage during the winter at our workbenches (even though we can see our breath),…