What seemed like minutes after receiving our permits, I got word from our site contractor, Underwood Construction Ltd., that they had an opening in their schedule so they were going to install our...

One of the homeowner responsibilities when building a new home is getting the building permits. I know what you’re thinking …. it must be complicated or at least daunting. Trust me, it doesn't...

Not long after the first hints of spring arrived, we received a surprise email from Quality Homes telling us it was time to come in and make our selections. I say it was a surprise because we weren't...

Summer is a perfect season to relax and enjoy doing nothing in particular for hours. It's so much easier to just sit when you have a good book in your hand - or in your ear (in audiobook format)...

Even though my dad is no longer around for me to spoil on Father's day, I have some great ideas for things I'd do or give to him. Fortunately, I still have lots of dads and dad-like guys in my life...

Without having access to city water, we'll need to find a way to supply our new home with water. As with most elements of our build, half the fun is doing our research first. So, it was time to dig...