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A Cabin, a Legacy, and a Fireproof Future
If you’ve got an old cedar or shingle roof on your cabin or outbuilding, don’t wait for the first spark. Let’s get ahead of it and create a fireproof roof like these folks did.

Farrow Built
Jun 71 min read
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Repair, Replace, or Rebuild: The Honest Assessment
We assess what you’ve got, and we tell you the truth—whether it benefits us or not. If a building is worth saving, we’ll show you how. If it’s not, we’ll say so. No fluff, no pitch, just the facts

Duncan Farrow
Jun 62 min read
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Wondering What You Can Build on Your Property? Here’s How to Find Out
You might be wondering what you can build on your property—what size of shop or garage you’re allowed, how tall it can be, what square footage you’re permitted, or what the restrictions are.

Duncan Farrow
Jun 52 min read
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It's Much Easier to Apply For Permits Using Screw Piles
Because we were using a screw pile foundation, we already had what they were asking for. Screw piles come with a Geotech sign-off built right into the process.

Duncan Farrow
Jun 41 min read
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If You Want Your Building Done Before Winter, You Must Start Now
if you want a new building up or repairs done before winter hits, you’ve got to start planning today.

Duncan Farrow
Jun 31 min read
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Kilometers away… and still on fire?
We’ve found embers in roofs kilometers away from the fire line.

Duncan Farrow
Jun 21 min read
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However you want to tackle your project—we’re in.
You don't have to finish your entire project at once. We can help you build whatever's best for your budget.

Duncan Farrow
Jun 11 min read
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Why We Like Screw Piles (And Why You Might Too)
If you’re planning a build or even just a deck, and you don’t want a mess, screw piles are worth a look.

Duncan Farrow
May 311 min read
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Hay Shed Roof Blows off in One Windstorm
A windstorm had rolled through, and when the dust settled… his entire hay shed roof was laying upside down in the field.

Duncan Farrow
May 301 min read
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Riparian Rules Gone Wild
Let’s talk about something absolutely ridiculous: the rules around riparian zones in British Columbia.

Duncan Farrow
May 281 min read
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One spark. That’s all it takes. Switch to a Metal Roof
A metal roof is one of the best things you can do to help protect your buildings. It doesn’t burn, it sheds embers, and it can be the difference between a scare and a disaster.

Duncan Farrow
May 271 min read
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What we found hiding in this roof might surprise you
If you’re unsure whether your roof vent is up to par, hit us up. We’re happy to take a look before nature does.

Duncan Farrow
May 261 min read
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We Take Care of All Permits and Engineering
We take care of the engineering—it’s included with our buildings—and we handle the permit process too.

Duncan Farrow
May 251 min read
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One of The Best Upgrades For Your Building
One of the best upgrades you can make for your building is a heated floor.

Duncan Farrow
May 241 min read
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Why Our Buildings Are Designed to Last
Because of this, our buildings are designed to last—and we think that makes all the difference.

Duncan Farrow
May 231 min read
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Whatever You Do—Don’t Screw Metal Roofing Into OSB
We can’t stress this enough: metal roofing fasteners should never be screwed directly into OSB.

Duncan Farrow
May 211 min read
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Finishing the Interior of Your Garage or Shop? Here’s What to Know
When it comes to finishing the interior of your shop or garage, there are three main options for material people typically consider:

Duncan Farrow
May 202 min read
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Two Parts of Your Building You Must Maintain
Maintaining your buildings roof and foundation will protect everything in between

Duncan Farrow
May 191 min read
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Why We Don’t Put Wood in the Ground Anymore
I was honestly surprised the other day to hear that there are still builders in BC putting wood posts straight into the ground.

Duncan Farrow
May 181 min read
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3 Ways to Build a Barndominium in British Columbia
Barndos are practical, versatile, and can look great. But how you go about building one can make a big difference in cost, involvement, and timeline.

Duncan Farrow
May 172 min read
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