THE WHITESTONE DIFFERENCE

With us you can expect reliability & credibility

Reliability.

Whitestone’s commitment to quality, customer satisfaction, excellent communication and trust are just some of the ways we set ourselves apart from the competition. You will have confidence and peace of mind knowing that you are working with a company that has over 25 years of home building and renovation experience. Our professional and fully certified team will manage the entire project from start to finish, with minimal household disruption. Our Home Construction and Renovation Projects, no matter what size, are confirmed with a detailed written agreement and backed with a full satisfaction guarantee.

Creativity.

With so many years in the business, its safe to say we’ve seen it all. No matter what your vision or dream – from updating a kitchen, creating a home theater room, or even adding a second storey – Whitestone provides the professional services to turn your ideas into reality. With our one-stop, hassle-free process, we provide expert advice and consultation, from concept to completion. Our in-house design team can turn your sketch on a post-it note or napkin into a fully illustrated plan. Our team of certified tradespeople will add the product knowledge, craftsmanship, and attention to detail that come from years of training and experience.

Credibility.

Nothing is worth saying if it can’t be backed up by fact. In addition to countless letters, messages and cards from our satisfied customers serving as testimonials, Whitestone is proud of its commitment to training, certification and research into the latest trends and developments. Our team ensures proper permits, inspections, and safety and liability compliance on every project, providing total peace of mind for our homeowners. As further testament to our dedication, we are most proud of our provincial and national industry awards for renovations, new home construction, energy efficiency and – most of all – customer satisfaction.

What others consider extra, we consider standard.

We pride ourselves on our award winning process, attention to detail and listening to the client and understanding their needs on every project. Building someone’s dream home goes far beyond blueprints, fixtures and countertops; it’s an ongoing conversation and understanding of our clients’ vision.

There are many things that Whitestone does differently than other local builders when it comes to building and designing your home. We’ve outlined them below.

HOW WE'RE DIFFERENT


We design energy efficient homes to make your life easier, and more enjoyable. We don’t use “green” options because they are trendy, we use them because they work.

We follow the R-2000 standard – a set of technical requirements for energy efficiency, indoor air quality and environmental responsibility. The average new home has an EnerGuide rating of 68. All R-2000 homes must have a rating of at least 80.

The energy efficient products we use in every home include:

  • Natural Gas

  • Low E/Argon Windows

  • Drain Water Heat Recovery Systems

  • Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs

  • High Efficiency HRVs

  • Low Flow Toilets and Faucets

  • Low Flow Faucet Aerators

  • Exterior Insulated Sheathing

  • Raised Heel Trusses

The ways we help make the world a better place to live in.

  • Recycling Discarded Material

  • Using Local Material

  • Reduced Material Waste

  • Using Recycled Material

  • Low Toxicity Finishes

  • Underground Wiring

  • Engineered I-Joists were developed to replace dimensional lumber in floor systems and can also be used to frame some types of roof systems. They are less susceptible to shrinkage, and therefore they are more dimensionally stable.

  • Heat Pumps provide both heating and cooling. They are currently the most cost-effective form of heating using electricity, upwards of 300% efficient.

  • In cold climates, the use of exterior rigid insulation sheathing boards has been a method of increasing thermal performance of the enclosure, thereby eliminating thermal bridging, as well as a means of reducing the condensation potential within exterior wall assemblies.

  • Many of our homes are built with the Universal Design model in mind, making everything in the home accessible to all people with or without functional limitations.

  • A backwater valve automatically senses a reverse flow (either water or sewage flowing the wrong direction)

  • The use of a heat exchanger recovers heat energy wasted in various activities such as such was washing clothes and dishes and showering.

  • It’s not something you notice right away, but when you do, you’ll immediately see the value of having electrical outlets in the eaves of your home. This feature is not an extra feature; they are standard with every Whitestone home. Put up those holiday lights and put away those frustrating extension cords.

  • Whitestone uses PointSIX Durastrand Flooring in all its new-home builds, completely eliminating the hassle and expense of leveling imperfections in the subfloor. It features a precise tongue-and-groove profile for a secure fit and is APA-approved for structural integrity.

  • Combined with a properly designed attic ventilation system and some well-placed air sealing, a roof framed with raised-heel trusses reduce the temperature pressure difference between the conditioned living space and the unconditioned attic area, thereby reducing thermal transfer (or heat loss) between those spaces.

  • A solar ready structure is designed to be prepared for simple solar installation, even if the connections are not being fitted at the time of construction.

  • HRV’s provide fresh air and improved climate control while also saving energy by reducing heating (and cooling) requirements.

  • Flooring, trim work and customizable paint colour are just a few key features that transform your basement into an additional living level of your home.

Building for families

Whitestone Developments is family owned and operated. With a remarkable staff that guide clients through the building and renovating processes, Whitestone has been successfully building in Halifax for almost three decades. Owners Tamara and Andrew, pride themselves on being available and attentive to the client helping to educate and inform them.

Andrew and Tamara are heavily involved in the building industry as well as in their community. Tamara sits as chair of the Marketing Committee and past President of the Nova Scotia Home Builders Association and Andrew sits as Co-Chair of the Technical Research Committee. They also support local community events and charities through the Nova Scotia Home Builders Care program and are primary founding sponsors of the We are Young Association, which helps elders achieve their dreams. Always reading and researching better ways to build and staying on top of technology, Andrew and Tamara make sure they offer clients the best possible advice.