The Contractor Who Asked What She Wanted
I got a call from a homeowner in Glenmore. She had a master bedroom with a walk-through closet that led into a poorly laid-out en-suite. She asked if I could come take a look. Like every project, we started with a 15-minute discovery call. The project sounded like something we’d be a good fit for,…
Renovation Planning 101: Why We Begin with a Quick Discovery Call
A lot of homeowners think the process starts when we show up with a tape measure. It doesn’t. It starts with a conversation. That’s why we begin every job with a 15-minute discovery call or virtual meeting. It might seem small, but it protects your time, your budget, and the quality of your project. Why…
Poly-B Pipe Removal? Hire a General Contractor
Removing Polybutylene (PolyB) piping from your home is a significant project that involves much more than just replacing pipes. While you might think hiring a plumbing company is the straightforward solution, opting for a general contractor offers numerous advantages that can save you time, stress, and potentially money in the long run. Plumbing Companies Focus…
How Much Do Renovations Cost in British Columbia? A Detailed Cost Guide
Almost every potential client I meet has the number twenty thousand in their mind for any significant renovation for some reason. I don’t know where this number comes from, but I can’t count how many times that number is thrown out there. I want to offer some insight into what you can expect to pay…
How to Compare Contractor Estimates Properly
Last week, I had a conversation with a potential client, They have a pretty extensive project coming up that they need done in a fairly tight timeline. Extent of the renovation included, changing a garage into a functioning interior space for the home, renovating a bathroom, HVAC changes, a wet bar, fireplace, new windows and…
Zero Maintenance Products
A local project is a good example of why a little extra cost today might save you thousands down the road. We live in a very exciting time for construction. There are new innovative products coming onto the market every single day. As a contractor, I am always pushing clients to purchase products that do…