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      <title>Muskoka Builders&apos; Association</title>
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      <description>A professional association of companies involved in the construction industry in Muskoka, Ontairo Canada.</description>
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      <copyright>Copyright 2010</copyright>
      <lastBuildDate>Tue, 07 Sep 2010 09:36:16 -0500</lastBuildDate>
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         <title>What can I expect from Post and Beam design? </title>
         <description><![CDATA[The list is very long. Let’s start with superb standard features and unique craftsmanship.

The venture into Post and Beam construction has been very exciting for <a href="http://www.crippscontracting.com">Cripps Contracting Ltd</a>. 

Most home or cottage owners identify a Post and Beam design by large open spaces (with cathedral ceilings) married to the natural beauty of the exposed wood. Post and Beam construction has steadfastly remained a solid choice for many home and cottage owners today. 

 <div class="photodisplay"><img alt="Cripps Contracting Post and Beam Construction" src="http://www.muskokabuilders.com/images/postbeam.png" width="375" height="195" style="margin:29px 0 0 19px" /></div>

A couple of things to keep in mind when designing your Post and Beam floor plan:]]></description>
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         <pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2009 10:17:47 -0500</pubDate>
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         <title>What is BuilderTREND software?</title>
         <description><![CDATA[With today’s electronic internet based environment, keeping up with technology in the construction business is more important than ever. For that reason, <a href="http://www.homesmuskoka.com">Bert French &amp; Son Limited</a> use a web based construction management software called "BuilderTREND". 

<div class="photodisplay"><img alt="Bert French &amp; Son BuilderTREND" src="http://www.muskokabuilders.com/images/bfrench.png" width="375" height="195" style="margin:29px 0 0 19px" /></div>

This interfacing software gives the customer the ability to view and post photos of their home as it is being built. ]]></description>
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         <pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2009 16:32:46 -0500</pubDate>
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         <title>What is Gutter Protection and why do I need it?</title>
         <description><![CDATA[The gutters and eaves troughs on your home have a really important job. They are the anchor to your rainwater management system which prevents damage.

<div class="photodisplay"><img alt="NorStar Exteriors Gutter Protection" src="http://www.muskokabuilders.com/images/norstar.png" width="375" height="195" style="margin:29px 0 0 19px" /></div>

When your gutter protection works properly it helps prevent the growth of mold, deck and foundation damage and the infestation of rodents and mosquito larvae. ]]></description>
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         <pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2009 16:24:53 -0500</pubDate>
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         <title>Should we Renovate or Rebuild?</title>
         <description><![CDATA[Renovating or rebuilding a home or cottage is one of the biggest expenses most people will manage in their lifetime. <a href="http://www.muskokacontracting.com">Dave Nodwell’s Muskoka Contracting</a> understand first hand that the big decisions need to be the right ones. 

<div class="photodisplay"><img alt="Dave Nodwell Muskoka Contracting" src="http://www.muskokabuilders.com/images/nodwell.png" width="375" height="195" style="margin:29px 0 0 19px" /></div>

When considering renovating, the first thing you need to consider is the structure itself. 

Do you like it? Are you happy with the design? If you're dreaming about a completely contemporary look and you currently live in a turn of the century style dwelling, renovating may not be for you. 
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         <pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2009 10:48:55 -0500</pubDate>
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         <title>What to expect when building a cottage or boathouse</title>
         <description><![CDATA[There are several critical steps to completing any construction project. No matter how big your project is, from beginning to end, the key to its success is solid communication between yourself and your builder.

<div class="photodisplay"><img alt="Fitzmaurice Bros. Carpentry" src="http://www.muskokabuilders.com/images/house1.jpg" width="375" height="195" style="margin:29px 0 0 19px" /></div>

Here is an overview of what you can expect when you hire <a href="http://www.webuildmuskoka.com">Fitzmaurice Bros. Carpentry</a>:]]></description>
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         <pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2009 11:53:20 -0500</pubDate>
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         <title>What happened to Muskoka Containerized Services (MCS)?</title>
         <description><![CDATA[Our builder tells me they only call <a href="http://www.wasteservicesinc.com">Waste Services (CA)</a>. What happened to Muskoka Containerized Services (MCS)? Not to worry they are still a great company that is one in the same. 

<div class="photodisplay"><img alt="Waste Services (CA)" src="http://www.muskokabuilders.com/images/masthead.jpg" width="370" height="195" style="margin:28px 0 0 22px" /></div>

Almost a decade ago (then Capitol Environmental now) Waste Services (CA) Inc purchased Muskoka Containerized Services and operated under the presale name until spring of 2009.

In doing so, the Muskoka division remained for a long time the only division of Waste Services in North America that did not go by the corporate name. For the sake of promoting the company North America-wide, all divisions within the company will now operate under the same name. Hence the logo and name change.]]></description>
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         <pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2009 11:43:03 -0500</pubDate>
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