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A little history on and some benefits about PREFAB HOMES
When it comes to building the structure of homes in North America using wood, the commonly known method of this construction for many years, has been to conventionally build onsite piece by piece or stick frame building. While not generally known, there has been another way for building wood structures… Read More
Can You Build A Safe, Sustainable Skyscraper Out Of Wood?
Via Climate Progress By ANDREW BREINER North America’s tallest modern all-wood building is nearing completion in Prince George, British Columbia, but it might not hold that high rank for long. Other wood buildings are in the works across the world as it gains a reputation for climate friendliness, beauty, and… Read More
Houzz your housing project going? Need inspiration?
Are you looking at renovating your home or maybe just thinking it’s time to finally get rid of that long shaggy carpet? Or maybe you’re in the process of building a new home and can’t decide; vinyl siding or fiber cement? Now is the time to gather up inspiration, learn… Read More
A Tour of the New Ronald McDonald House
Pacific Homes was thrilled to donate the brand new Playhouse for the new $30 million dollar Ronald McDonald House in Vancouver, BC. The Ronald McDonald house was designed by Michael Green Architecture and this delightful new Playhouse is situated in the foyer of the House adorning the names of all… Read More
Out with the Old, In with the New
At Pacific Homes, we’re serious about our commitment to innovation and quality; always thriving towards a higher goal! Recently, in an effort to improve efficiency while taking advantage of new available technology, our wall plant upgraded its makeshift shaper and vertical panel saw to a proper shaper and a sliding… Read More
What is a BUILT GREEN® Home?
BUILT GREEN® homes are 3rd party certified, energy efficient and environmentally responsible homes. This label adds value to your home by promoting the use of resource-efficient, environmentally friendly, construction practices and products. Resource Efficiency Quite often, when we buy a new home, we don’t think about or ask about… Read More
Maintain beauty in your home design while cutting costs
As a Pacific Homes Estimator for 8 and a half years, running take offs on hundreds of home plans, I’ve noticed a thing or two about what kinds of design aspects and features in the home drive the cost up or keep the cost down. So, I thought I would share… Read More
Remember ventilation when building your new energy efficient home
One of the main areas home owners and builders are focusing on these days is trying to build the most energy efficient home possible within the home’s budget. Some of the easiest and most cost effective ways to achieve an energy efficient home is to insulate the home to the… Read More