Above Board Carpentry

09/24/2026

Above Board Carpentry continues to put together high quality products for our clients.

Reach out for your next high performance construction project.

06/02/2025

Congratulations goes out to Terry who guessed the exact number of biscuits we had in our jar at the Haliburton Home & Cottage Show - Thanks for playing!

05/31/2025

See you at the Haliburton Home & Cottage Show

04/16/2025

ABC had a Screw Off challenge at the HHSS job fair with a cordless tool. 😁🪛

04/04/2025

Found in Cochrane on the L103. April 3rd, 2025. Currently at the Travelodge.

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Polar Bear Riders Snowmobile Club

04/03/2025

Landed in a blizzard, which is a good thing for a snowmobile trip.

03/20/2025

Above Board Carpentry works with Simple Life Homes

Here’s why prefab passive homes are about to take over the market 🌱 —and why now is the time to invest:

✅ Energy Efficiency: Our homes are designed to consume up to 90% less energy, keeping your utility bills low and your carbon footprint even lower.
✅ Non-Toxic Materials: We only use eco-friendly, non-toxic materials that ensure a healthier living space for you and your family.
✅ Faster Construction: Prefab homes are built off-site, meaning faster, more efficient builds without the headaches of traditional construction.
✅ Cost-Effective in the Long Run: Lower maintenance, energy savings, and fewer repair costs make these homes a smart investment.

At Simple Life Homes, we’re committed to helping homeowners build for the future with sustainable, cost-effective, and healthy living solutions.

Ready to make the switch to a smarter, greener home? Let’s get started! 🌿🏠

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03/11/2025

These are Ontario built panels for Ontario climates.

Calling All Ontario Developers! 🚧

Did you know that Simple Life Homes manufactures more than pre-fab homes? We deliver smarter, faster, and more efficient building solutions. 🏗️ Elevate your development strategy with prefab construction that maximizes returns and minimizes delays.

Time is money. Streamline your next project with precision-built panels, high-performance building envelopes, and efficient installation.

🔗 Find out how SLH is building the future of housing developments: simplelifehomes.ca/home-providers

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03/11/2025

This is a good article. Above Board Carpentry builds both NetZero(R) and Passive House. We are certified in both.

Passive House vs. Net Zero: What’s the Difference?

When it comes to eco-friendly, energy-efficient homes, the terms Passive House and Net Zero are often used interchangeably—but they’re not the same! ❌

Our latest blog breaks down the key differences between these two building standards, helping you decide which one is right for your sustainable dream home.

👉 Read more: simplelifehomes.ca/passive-house-vs-net-zero-key-differences-explained

Thinking about building a Passive House or Net Zero home in Ontario? With over 10 years in prefab housing, we can help you build faster, better, and more affordably! Contact us today!

03/11/2025

Above Board Carpentry guarantees a ACH50 of less than 1.0. We are usually below 0.6 ACH50. Our last home was .36 ACH50. We know how to get it done.

If you're hiring a contractor to build your home, airtightness needs to be part of the conversation. Ideally, your contractor will say, “I test every home I build with a blower door, and we consistently hit 2 ach50 or lower.”

If you’re unlucky, however, your contractor might say something like this: "Blower-door tests aren’t required here, so I wouldn’t worry about it,” and that’s a red flag.

If their response falls somewhere in between, you might still have concerns. So what should you do? First, get educated.

Before talking to contractors, it’s good to know as much as you can about:
- Local building code requirements, and how (or if) these requirements are enforced
- The basic facts about blower-door tests
- The typical leakage points that contribute to airtightness problems

Armed with this knowledge, you’ll be more prepared to talk to your contractor about airtightness.

In the third in his series on finding competent contractors, Martin Holladay dives into how to communicate with your builder efficiently.

Read: https://www.greenbuildingadvisor.com/article/talking-to-contractors-about-airtightness