This manual summarizes the basic principles and techniques of leading edge home building in Canada. It is not intended to be an exhaustive treatment of building science or design, nor is it a building code. Rather, it outlines the fundamental principles of building high quality, energy and resource efficient homes with enough detail to show how they can be applied to the houses that you are currently building. Finally, the manual takes a look forward at some of the trends and technologies which are likely to influence new home construction through to the end of the decade.

Canadian Home Builders' Association Renovators' Manual is not an introductory book on home renovation. This is a guide for people who want to go beyond the basics, to gain an in-depth understanding of the building science and the 'house as a system' approach and apply that knowledge to renovating homes.