Guides for GTA home builders

Winter construction

Winter construction in the GTA: a builder's checklist

Enclosures and heaters under O. Reg. 213/91, masonry in the cold, envelope exposure and frost protection.

Cold-weather masonry in Ontario: the 5 °C rule

What OBC 9.20.14.1 requires and the tarp-and-heat set-ups that keep masons working.

Shrink wrap vs insulated tarps for winter scaffolding

Cost, reuse, wind, heat retention and mason access compared.

Building envelope

Tyvek vs Blueskin: which belongs on your wall?

Vapour permeability, detailing, labour and when to use both.

Costs and quotes

What winter tarping costs in the GTA

The price drivers and what a good quote includes.

PDI-ready exterior checklist

Brick, stone, concrete, windows and landscaping, plus when to book washing.

Code updates

Brick ties under the 2024 OBC

Pre-bent ties and 76 mm nails: what changed and what to check.