General FAQs
How long has Douglas Home been building houses?
We have been building high-quality homes since 1989.
Where can I find warranty information?
We are an accredited member of the Alberta New Home Warranty Program. You can learn more about our warranty coverage here.
What is a spec home?
A spec home is a home already under construction where we have selected the lot and floor plan. Spec homes are available for purchase at any point in the construction process from stakes through to completion. Depending on the stage of construction, interior selections may be finalized, or if purchased early enough you may be able to make changes. A spec home offers many of the benefits of a pre-sale home with a shorter build time and, in most cases, fewer decisions/appointments throughout.
What is a quick possession home?
A quick possession home is another word for spec home; however, typically a quick possession home will be further along in the construction process so you can move in sooner. Quick possession homes are a great option for those who want a new home without the hassle and time commitment that sometimes comes with purchasing a pre-sale home, and/or for those who need a home quickly, or in some cases, immediately.
What is a pre-sale home?
When building a pre-sale home, you choose the lot, floor plan, upgrades and interior selections for your new home. Early on in the process, you will have an opportunity to make minor changes to your floor plan if desired. Pre-sales are a great option for those who have or want time (8 months up to a year) before they move into their new home. Pre-sale home buyers must also be prepared to attend a number of appointments throughout the process to choose interior specifications and selections that suit their budget and taste.
How quickly can I move into a quick possession or spec home?
This varies depending on the home's stage of construction and can be anywhere from next month to 7 months from now. Please inquire the Area Manager for the home or community you're interested in and our Area Manager can provide you with tentative timelines for all the spec homes we currently have available.
What communities does Douglas Homes build in?
Douglas Homes currently builds in Airdrie, Chestermere, and Cochrane. We have a few communities that will be launching in Calgary next year.
Can I buy a showhome?
Yes, eventually all our showhomes will be for sale when we are ready to close them. If you are interested in purchasing a showhome, please speak with the Area Manager for that Showhome. They can provide more information and put you on a waiting list to be notified when we are ready to sell.
Does Douglas Homes offer custom home building?
We have built a number of custom homes over the years, but at this time we are not offering this service. You can, however, make some floorplan modifications when purchasing a pre-sale home, and if a spec home is early enough in construction you may be able to add upgrades and make your own interior selections. Please inquire to learn more.
Homes in Airdrie
Which Airdrie communities do you build homes in?
Douglas Homes builds in the Airdrie communities of Cobblestone Creek and Lanark Landing.
Who can I speak to about quick possessions in Airdrie?
For Cobblestone Creek, contact John McLaughlin
Phone: 403-560-4621
Email: cobblestone@douglashomes.net
For Lanark Landing, contact Trish Braun:
Phone: 403-818-9218
Email: lanark@douglashomes.net
Who can I speak to about pre-sale and spec homes in Airdrie?
Please contact the Area Manager of the community you’re interested in for more information.
Lanark Landing in Airdrie
What quick possession homes are available in Lanark Landing?
You can view quick possession homes in Lanark Landing here.
What pre-sale and spec homes are available in Lanark Landing?
Please contact the Area Manager for more information.
How much does it cost to buy a new home in Lanark Landing?
Our home prices vary by type and any customizations made. Please contact the Area Manager for more information.
Cobblestone Creek in Airdrie
What quick possession homes are available in Cobblestone Creek?
You can view quick possession homes in Cobblestone Creek here.
What pre-sale and spec homes are available in Cobblestone Creek?
Please contact the Area Manager for more information.
How much does it cost to buy a new home in Cobblestone Creek?
Our home prices vary by type and any customizations made. Please contact the Area Manager for more information.
How can I contact Douglas Homes in Cobblestone Creek?
For Cobblestone Creek, contact John McLaughlin
Phone: 403-560-4621
Email: cobblestone@douglashomes.net
Homes in Chestermere
Which Chestermere communities do you build new homes in?
Douglas Homes builds in the Chestermere community of Waterford.
Who can I speak to about quick possession and spec homes in Chestermere?
Contact Rudy Skapin for quick possession and spec homes in Chestermere:
Showhome Phone: 587-391-7812
Cell: 403-992-1950
Email: waterford@douglashomes.net
Who can I speak to about pre-sale homes in Chestermere?
Please contact the Area Manager for more information.
Waterford in Chestermere
What quick possession homes are available in Waterford?
You can view quick possession homes in Waterford here.
What pre-sale homes are available in Waterford?
We are currently not offering pre-sale and spec homes in Waterford. Please contact the Area Manager for more information.
How much does it cost to buy a home in Waterford?
Our home prices vary by type and any customizations made. Please contact the Area Manager for more information.
How can I contact Douglas Homes in Waterford?
Contact Rudy Skapin for quick possession and spec homes in Chestermere:
Showhome Phone: 587-391-7812
Cell: 403-992-1950
Email: waterford@douglashomes.net
Homes in Cochrane
Which Cochrane communities do you build new homes in?
Douglas Homes builds in the Cochrane communities of Greystone, Precedence, and Sunset Ridge.
Who can I speak to about quick possession and spec homes in Cochrane?
For Greystone and Precedence, contact Derk Patton:
Phone: 403-828-4599
Email: precedence@douglashomes.net
For Sunset Ridge, contact Fi or Nam Traimany
Phone: 403-604-2848 (Fi) or 403-831-8989 (Nam)
Email: sunsetridge@douglashomes.net
Greystone in Cochrane
What quick possession homes are available in Greystone?
You can view quick possession homes in Greystone here.
What spec homes and pre-sale homes are available in Greystone?
Please contact the Area Manager for more information.
How much does it cost to buy a new home in Greystone?
Our home prices vary by type and any customizations made. Please contact the Area Manager for more information.
Precedence in Cochrane
What quick possession homes are available in Precedence?
You can view quick possession homes in Precedence here.
What pre-sale and spec homes are available in Precedence?
Please contact the Area Manager for more information.
How much does it cost to buy a new home in Precedence?
Our home prices vary by type and any customizations made. Please contact the Area Manager for more information.
Sunset Ridge in Cochrane
What quick possession homes are available in Sunset Ridge?
You can view quick possession homes in Sunset Ridge here.
What pre-sale and spec homes are available in Sunset Ridge?
Please contact the Area Manager for more information.
How much does it cost to buy a new home in Sunset Ridge?
Our home prices vary by type and any customizations made. Please contact the Area Manager for more information.