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…
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…
Why You Shouldn’t Start a Renovation Without a Contractor
What is the very first step a customer should take when planning a renovation? This is a question I get often. A lot of customers often feel they have enough information to start the process in their homes prior to calling the contractor. But your first step always needs to be finding the right contractor…
Avoid Renovation Regret: Essential Questions to Ask
6 Questions to ask before you renovate. Construction…. Along with being one of the biggest industries in our country and one of the largest drivers of our economy, in the word brings with it a lot of stereotypes, horror stories and a general sense of anxiety for many Canadians. Unfortunately due to the highly unregulated…
Kelowna Renovation Tips: 8 Questions to Ask Your Contractor
We have all heard the horror stories, what I am about to share with you is a list of 8 items you should be asking of every contractor that looks at any project you are thinking about. By following these steps, you significantly reduce the risk of a job going sideways and joining the ranks…