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),…
Insulation has come a long way, as we saw in Part One of Insulation 101. In Part Two we’ll show you specific applications for even more types of insulation to help you choose the best option for your Calgary custom homes. Closeup on Structural Insulated Panels In terms of specific applications that you may not…
A big part of living in your dream house is your health and well-being. The air quality factor, including its purity and moisture levels makes every difference for your health, your belongings and even energy savings. Discover the benefits of humidifiers and air purifiers to determine how to ensure your indoor air is at its…
VOCs (volatile organic compounds) add health hazards and compromise air quality. When VOCs are off-gassed indoors, they contribute to sick-building syndromes, allergies and illnesses. Good ventilation and heating systems help reduce these harmful emissions. If you’re interested in reducing off-gassing and VOCs in Calgary homes while improving your heating system’s efficiency and comfort, look to…