by dueckbuilders | Nov 4, 2025 | Dueck Builders Blog, Uncategorized
Building Green Comes Down to IntegrityBuilding “green” for me comes down to integrity. It’s about being true to what I believe — that what we do matters, even in ways we can’t always predict. Small Actions, Big EffectsI’ve always felt a pull toward the idea of chaos...
by cal@dueckbuilders.com | Sep 5, 2023 | Dueck Builders Blog
Basements have a reputation for being cold, dank, and uncomfortable. Even with a good heating mechanism they can be uncomfortable places. Why? Mean Radiant Temperature The answer has to do with Mean Radiant Temperature (MRT). The mean radiant...
by josh.friesen@dueckbuilders.com | Dec 6, 2022 | Dueck Builders Blog
Building a custom home is one of the biggest investments of your life — financially and emotionally. Choosing the right builder can make the difference between a joyful experience and a stressful one. You’ve probably spent hours collecting ideas, sketching floor...
by dueckbuilders | Apr 1, 2020 | Dueck Builders Blog, Uncategorized
The Marshmallow Test — and What It Teaches Us About Home Building It’s 1970. You’re watching your child through a one-way mirror at Stanford University. The researcher sets a single marshmallow on the table and says, “If you don’t eat this for 15 minutes, you’ll get...
by dueckbuilders | Nov 19, 2018 | Uncategorized
Good afternoon friends, Lately I’ve been working with a charitable organization in developing affordable housing here in Winnipeg. They’ve reminded me and got me thinking about the power of a home. Your home is your sense of safety, security and...
