Canadian Home Builders Association Representing one of the largest industry sectors in Canada, our membership is made up of ~8,500 companies - including home builders, renovators, land developers, trade contractors, product and material manufacturers, building product suppliers, lending institutions, insurance providers, and service providers
The Construction Process - Canadian Home Builders Association Most home buyers have a lot of questions about the construction of their home: How long will it take to build? What happens when? What does each step involve? When can we visit the site and see our home in progress? When do we have to make final decisions about cabinets, fixtures, flooring, and so on? When do building inspections take place?
Legal - Canadian Home Builders Association Why any contractor must have insurance and Workers’ Compensation to protect you from risks; How building permits and inspections keep it legal and safe for you; And why a written contract is essential for your financial security; To learn more about the steps in a home renovation, click here
CHBA Builders Manual - Canadian Home Builders Association This is the definitive guide for home building in Canada For those who need to know how to build homes in one of the toughest climates on earth, the Canadian Home Builders’ Association Builders’ Manual is the most authoritative guide you will find for building superior energy-efficient housing
Finding a Renovator - Canadian Home Builders Association Where can you find a reliable professional contractor? Hire a member of the Canadian Home Builders’ Association Renovators and trade contractors that join the Association demonstrate that they are well-established and serious about its long-term success
Net Zero - Canadian Home Builders Association A Net Zero Home protects you from future increases in energy prices Over the years, that could be a very big deal Built to higher standards than conventional new homes, a Net Zero Home is more durable – with high performance, warm windows and better insulated walls and roof
The Renovation Process - Canadian Home Builders Association Discuss the renovator's requirements for the work including access to electricity and water on a regular basis, delivery and storage of building materials, and disposal of wastes Determine the ‘rules of the house’ for the work crew
Code Compliance for Modular Construction - Canadian Home Builders . . . Every new building in Canada has to comply with building codes—whether site- or factory-built Factory-constructed buildings require an “off-site review” to show the local authority that the elements constructed in the factory comply with code
Directories - Canadian Home Builders Association Why Residential Construction? Where to Start? Explore Opportunities; Diversity in the Residential Construction Industry; Guide to Getting Hired; Member Success Stories; More Resources; Assessment Test
Kentwood Homes Ltd. - Canadian Home Builders Association Why Residential Construction? Where to Start? Explore Opportunities; Diversity in the Residential Construction Industry; Guide to Getting Hired; Member Success Stories; More Resources; Assessment Test