Tamlin Homes Blog
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Tamlin’s First Green Roof
About a year ago our clients came to us with an idea for a small cabin package on their property on one of BC’s gulf islands. They loved our contemporary rancher with its expanse of windows and modern contemporary timber frame feel, but wanted something just a little...
Trade Shows with Tamlin!
Horne Lake Hybrid Log Post & Beam – 1125 sq.ft.
Tamlin’s Panorama: Another Georgie® Nominee!
We are excited and honoured that this home is a finalist for the prestigious Georgie Awards. We will find out if this project is a winner at the Georgie’s 25th Anniversary Gala. “A winning project in the Georgie Awards is the top prize for builders and renovators in...
Our Panorama Home is a Georgie Awards® Finalist!
During the cold winter months, our thoughts often turn to spring. Most people dream of sunshine and flowers, but here at Tamlin, we’re looking forward to this season for a different reason. For members of the BC home builder community, spring is synonymous with The...
How to Save 30-40% on your Dream Home by working with a Canadian Manufacturer
Here's how the US-Canada Exchange Rate can Save You Money on your Custom Home Build Now you can build your dream home at a colossal savings. With US exchange rates at record “highs,” and the Canadian dollar at record “lows”, there is a huge opportunity to save money...
What You Need to Know About the New HPO Owner-Builder Rules in BC
Planning to build your own house in BC? Here’s what you need to know about the new rules from the Homeowner Protection Office (HPO): If you, as a Home Owner, are considering registering as the “builder” for your new home construction, it is important to investigate...
5 Secrets to Saving 30-40% when You Build Your Dream House in the US
Here are five inside secrets to help you save construction costs on your new home With US exchange rates at record “highs,” and the Canadian dollar at record “lows”, there is a huge opportunity to save money by importing the “shell” of your home from Canada. Now you...
What’s New With the BC Building Code?
The BC Energy Code has changed and many builders, home owners, and architects have questions: On December 19th 2014, the BC Building Code introduced significant energy efficiency requirements for houses and small buildings. During 2015 many building departments and...
Finding & Choosing the Right Builder
Building a New Home is One of the Biggest Investments in a Lifetime Having the Right Builder can make all the Difference! Here are some helpful hints when considering the contractor of choice: 1) Check current building projects in the area and throughout your area...
Planning a Build for Next Year?
Let Tamlin Help! If you want to build your new cottage or getaway retreat for next year now is the time to plan! If you own land that is in an area that gets a lot of snow, you should take photos now before the snow arrives. We can use your site plan or survey for...
USA Exchange Rates — A GREAT time for purchasing from Canada!
Why is the Exchange Rate Important When Buying From Canada? The exchange rate is important because it allows for the conversion of one country's currency into that of another, thereby facilitating international trade for purchases of goods and services and/or transfer...
