Like a good hotel concierge, we know the lay of the land, and can point you in the right direction.
Code documents, provincial program pages, utility websites, industry contacts — it's all out there somewhere.
We can help clarify which pieces apply to your project and give you info to share with your customers.
The National Building Code 2020 introduced a tiered energy efficiency framework. More tiers mean more options, and it means more to understand and explain to customers: which tier applies, which compliance path makes sense, what programs are available, and who can help you get there.
Got a question that doesn't fit neatly into a category? Ask it. The chatbot draws on Saskatchewan-specific energy code information and points you toward the right resources, whether that's a code section, a program, or a professional who can help directly.
Find qualified Energy Advisers — licensed professionals who assess a home's energy performance using HOT2000, the modelling software used across Canada — and other industry professionals working in Saskatchewan.
Details on programs like the SaskEnergy Homes Beyond Code program and the Residential Equipment Replacement Rebate: What's available, who qualifies, what documents you'll need, and how to apply.
Guidance on the three paths to code compliance: the prescriptive path, the trade-off path, and the performance path. We help you understand what each one involves and when each one makes sense.
Plain-language breakdowns of Section 9.36 — the part of the NBC 2020 that governs energy efficiency in residential construction — and what it means for your projects in Climate Zone 7A, Saskatchewan's climate classification that drives most of the province's envelope and mechanical requirements.
The name isn't decoration. It's the operating model: what we ask of every reply, every article, and every directory entry.
Developed by the Saskatoon & Region Home Builders' Association with funding support from Natural Resources Canada. Practical support for professionals ready to build to a higher standard and want the right tools to get there.
The industry body for residential construction in Saskatoon and surrounding region. Behind HomeStyles, Parade of Homes, and now Energy Code Concierge.
Funding support through NRCan's energy efficiency programs, the federal arm working with industry to accelerate code adoption and skills.