
A Network of Builders Working Together to Deliver Quality New Homes & Renovations
WHAT IS THE HOLMES BUILDER NETWORK?
The program aims to assist current or new homeowners in working with a builder or renovator from the Holmes Builder Network who has committed to excellence in building performance, which includes third-party inspections conducted by trusted partners, including Mike Holmes Inspections, to help ensure the project is done right the first time.
When you build or renovate your home, you want to work with committed individuals who are not only skilled but also passionate about delivering the best for your home. The entire team is here to help you as you go with tips, best practices and even design ideas.

Helping you get to your Homeowner goals
The HBN network is designed to assist homeowners in achieving satisfaction by educating homeowners about building better, what to look for in your project, and meeting modern families’ needs for comfort, safety, and functionality.

Fostering Innovation
The HBN network works with premium manufacturers, builders and experts to inspire informed innovation by encouraging builders to adopt techniques, technologies, and materials that improve building performance, durability and comfort.

Third-Party Inspections
New Home Builders who want to build better welcome third-party inspections as the information they receive will help them build better. If you are looking for a better build, ask about the third-party inspection process and what it covers to better understand what you get with your purchase or add-ons to your project.

Build For The Future
The HBN collection of builders shares information, expertise, experience and methodologies to help educate and promote better building practices, not only to benefit homeowners but other builders as well. These practices encourage builders to learn and adopt advanced, sustainable construction techniques and technologies for efficient, eco-friendly homes.
The Holmes Builder Network Advantage
Quality You Can Count On
The Holmes Builder Network is an exciting initiative that envisions a construction industry elevated to new heights through coaching, education, unity, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to quality.

Experience The Holmes Builder Network
Choosing a builder or renovator from the Holmes Builder Network helps you partner with professionals dedicated to craftsmanship and continuous improvement. The network is bound together through the commitment to excellence and sharing the values championed by the Make It Right philosophy; our members strive for growth and development, aiming for better home building and homeowner satisfaction.
With a range of companies from boutique renovators to large homebuilders, you can search the Holmes Builder Network to guide you to work together to help meet the standards your project deserves.
CONSIDERING A RENOVATION OR SEARCHING FOR A NEW HOME?
Explore the Holmes Builder Network today and take the first step toward your new home or renovation with confidence.
As part of our commitment to excellence, the builder invites Mike Holmes Inspections to conduct thorough assessments at key construction stages for every home. While our program mandates a minimum of three core inspections for new homes, builders have the flexibility to add extra inspections or offer personalized upgrade options to homeowners.

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Major institutions like the CMHC and CREA downgraded their outlooks after a weaker-than-expected first half of the year.
Instead of early-year growth, the market is broadly characterized by falling sales and flat-lining prices, sidelined by economic uncertainty and still-high borrowing costs.
National Projections vs. ActualsHome Prices:
Early 2026 forecasts projected modest national price growth. However, mid-year updates now expect national home prices to drop marginally or remain essentially flat (around 0.6% to 1.1% growth, significantly trailing original projections).
The national average sits around $696,000.
Sales Volume: Expected to post a mild improvement or flat line, national residential sales are now on track to fall by roughly 1.4% year-over-year.
Buyers remain cautious, "discerning" and are waiting on the sidelines.
Housing Starts: Actual housing starts dropped notably.
High construction costs, unsold inventories, and lacklustre pre-sale demand have caused construction to fall well below historical levels.
Rental Market: Vacancy rates are falling and rent growth is at multi-year lows, driven by a historical peak in new rental supply coming online.
Regional Variance British Columbia & Ontario: These historically high-cost provinces continue to underperform original forecasts. Both saw deeper softening and supply surpluses (especially in the Toronto and Vancouver condo markets).
The Prairies & Quebec: Projections anticipated that Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba would outperform the national average, which has largely held true. These regions are seeing steadier momentum, though even in Alberta, price growth has moderated from past highs
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