An ADU is short for Accessory Dwelling Unit. It’s a separate, secondary dwelling that shares a single-family residential lot with the owner’s primary home. People often build an ADU on their property as lodging for an aging relative or temporary homes for those adult children that aren’t quite ready to fly the coop and enter the housing market.

ADUs are the perfect setup for people who desire their own space yet benefit from being near their family.

As a home building contractor, you're only as good as your reputation within the community you serve. 

Your customers aren't interested in hearing excuses why their home construction is delayed. All they want to know is when they can pack up their stuff and move into their brand-new house or cottage.

Winton Homes in Prince George, BC, teams up with contractors across Western Canada to expedite people's homebuilding plans with precision and proficiency.

It’s not easy running a construction business these days, especially when you find yourself short on skilled workers at the job site.

Apprentice registrations are on the decline, and experienced workers are retiring. However, the demand for new home construction continues to rise.  

If you’ve traditionally worked on stick-built homes, it might be worth considering partnering with a company that can save you time and expense on your next project. 

There are many things to consider when venturing on the path to building your own custom home. Have you ever considered what the benefits could be if you chose to build in the winter? Not many people do. Building doesn't have to happen in the Spring or Summer months, in fact, there are many benefits that can really pay off.

The Benefits of Winter Building

1. Easier to find builders and tradespeople in the off-season.

2. Builders and tradespeople are better able to give you their full attention during the winter months.

If you’re ready to build and winter is around the corner, there is no cause to panic. Winter building can be done safely and realistically, and your project doesn’t have to be put on hold. As long your site is prepped, and the foundation is in place before freezing, your home can be constructed during the winter months and ready for your finishing touches and landscaping in the spring or summer.