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Looking for help choosing the right renovator or builder? Curious about home energy efficiency? Would you like to follow a roadmap for a successful home reno or build? CHBA-NL can help.

TIPS AND VIDEOS TO GUIDE YOUR RENOVATION OR NEW HOME BUILD

When you’re ready to build, find a CHBA-NL Member, visit their websites, read reviews, and follow the steps of our “How We Can Help You” resource page to ensure the builder you choose is right for you. 

The CHBA National website also offers a wealth of helpful information and practical advice on the home buying process: what to look for, questions to ask of builders and salespeople, along with downloadable worksheets and checklists.

Before starting your renovation check out the Road to Renovation Success for information about the process and best practices for homeowners.

Home Energy Efficiency: Getting Started

Discover the basics of home energy efficiency. These are some of the most effective and inexpensive ways to increase your energy efficiency and lower your heating costs.
Find information about identifying air leaks, programmable thermostats, energy efficient appliances, LED lighting, and other upgrades to make your home more comfortable, while saving you money and energy.

 

Home Energy Efficiency: Insulation

Explore how insulation can protect the heated interior of your home, critical for your comfort and energy efficiency.
If you have cold walls and floors, high heating costs, or uneven heating adding insulation to your home can save you money. 
Discover information about R-Ratings, the ideal insulation type for your home, and how to find more information to help you save money and save energy.

Home Energy Efficiency: Mechanical Systems

Explore some mechanical systems and tips to further reduce your environmental footprint and your energy bill.
This video offers information about ventilation, hot water heating, baseboard heaters, and mini split heat pumps as places to help you save money and energy, and offers ways to find out more information.  

Home Energy Efficiency: Advanced Efficiency

Discover the structural elements of a highly efficient home. When building a new home or doing larger structural repairs, it’s the perfect time to consider structural energy efficiency. Talk with your builder or contractor about adding energy efficient windows and doors, how you can best control air flow, and ensure a quality vapor barrier. 
You’ll find more information to help you save money and energy.

For the French-language version of these videos, please visit our YouTube channel. For more information on energy efficient home construction or renovations, visit Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) website.

Ready to Build?

If you are ready to start building or renovating, but have questions about the process, the CHBA-NL is always available to talk you through the process or put you in contact with the right people for the job. Get in touch with our team.