The High Performance Custom Home: Building Beyond the Standard
What is a High-Performance Home? With energy costs rising, an increased concern for the environment, and a focus on comfort, homebuyers are more often turning to high-performance homes to meet their needs. High-performance homes use less energy and are more...
Quamichan Net Zero – A National Finalist
Made to Last Custom Homes is excited to announce that one of our projects is a finalist for the 2023 Canadian Home Builders’ Association's (CHBA) National Awards for Housing Excellence. The CHBA National Awards are the premiere competition for new homes and...
Net Zero Home Building & Design – Do They Save You Money?
Made to Last Custom Homes built the Quamichan Net Zero Home on the shores of Quamichan Lake in Duncan. This is the Cowichan Valley’s first officially labelled Net Zero Home. “Net Zero” means that this home produces as much energy as it is consuming. This is partially...
3 Steps Before Building A Custom Home
1. Know Your Numbers Financing is an important aspect when building your dream home. At Made to Last, with our accurate and detailed estimates, we work with your bank to simplify the process for payments and ensure that you are fully aware of all costs and spending....
Best Exterior Siding for Vancouver Island Homes (Builder’s Guide)
The exterior siding of a home is somewhat like the clothing we wear. Clothing serves three main purposes: it covers our bodies, protects us from the elements, and is a statement about our style. The siding of a house (sometimes called “exterior cladding”) performs...
How to Choose a Custom Home Builder
In this post we are going to be discussing ‘How to Choose a Custom Home Builder.’ You have been dreaming for years about building, and now the time has come. You google the term 'Custom Home Builder' and the options are endless. How can you go about choosing the...
We Give Back
The Made to Last team feels blessed to live and work in the beautiful Cowichan Valley. We want to share that good fortune with others and help build a strong community. Being able to give back has opened our eyes to what really matters and encouraged us to do...
Why Are Lumber Prices Increasing in 2020 and Beyond?
Many in the residential construction industry, including clients, are worried about rising costs, especially lumber prices. Particularly concerning are current lumber shortages, and subsequent price increases. These are a result of a combination of factors,...
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