Home Improvements

I am looking to extend about 7-10ft on the back of my home. This would increase the square footage of my 2 bedrooms and kitchen. What I really don't need is to extend the lower half of the home. I'm won...

1 January 15, 2018

What is the best option for a basement subfloor? Cost and effective...

8 January 22, 2018

I am looking at adding insulation to my homes exterior walls from the outside, I know there is scutan on the walls between the studs and the plaster, my question is will this be a good enough vapour b...

2 January 14, 2018

Hello, What is the best Hvac system and design for an open concept double storey 3500 sq ft home ? Also to get the least amount of bulkheads . Thanks ...

5 January 18, 2018

I’m worried I’ll hear noise from the unit beside the one we’re considering. I’ve been told no because of the exterior firewall, but it doesn’t look that thick. What do u guys think? ...

4 January 16, 2018

Does a contractor have to allow the customer to see the invoices from the dumpster supply company. It is clearly written on the contract that the builder is not responsible for any of the dumpster fees and all ...

7 January 21, 2018

Looking for the approx. cost of an architectural design of a 2500 sqft home, 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom. Also the cost of the permits from the city (Toronto)? Any other costs we should be aware ...

3 January 14, 2018

How much would it be to move the front entry to the left of the large front window? The house is a side split level, the current front door is two steps lower than where I would like the entry up by ...

0 January 13, 2018

Wondering cost for spray foam insulation in basement cold room (under a bedroom). 2x4 walls in place. Area 10x10. Including ceiling. Location Severn Bridge. ...

7 January 15, 2018

We are planning on renovating our house this summer and were wondering how long it would take to acquire a permit from the city. We are planning a second story addition and a house expansion on two sides of the...

3 January 13, 2018

Looking for a high-level estimate of what we can reasonably expect to pay per sq foot for a second floor addition on our 1000 sq ft bungalow. ...

4 January 12, 2018

We are near the end of a reno that didn't go very well. We had to end our relationship with both the contractor and the architect due to too many mistakes (and the contractor charging us for his mistake...

7 January 22, 2018

I have a non loading bearing wall I want to remove I took out the drywall and I found a return air vent from the basement to second floor in a townhouse. There is not ducting in the wall just a return access...

5 January 12, 2018

Anyone installed DANSK Jamaica engineered hardwood? Having trouble finding any reviews. Thanks!...

3 January 11, 2018

I started my apprenticeship in 2013 and have experience in Commercial and Residential Construction. I recently wrote and passed my C of Q and am looking to see what my wage should be getting adjusted to working...

2 January 11, 2018

My house was built in 2011 and my basement is unfinished. Recently with the freeze / thaw we’ve had in Ottawa I noticed that there are a few spots on my basement floor behind the studs that have some moist...

1 January 12, 2018

What is the cost to remove load bearing walls on the main floor and installing a 16' steel beam with two columns?...

6 January 10, 2018

Hi Sir, I am a student of UBC real estate division. I am working towards the real estate appraiser course. For that, We need to complete one demo project course. I am looking the demolish cost for t...

4 January 10, 2018

Does the city of Mississauga require licensed plumbers to complete rough ins when taking permits out in Mississauga?...

2 January 13, 2018

What is the average cost to remove and replace window and door casings in the greater toronto area?...

2 January 10, 2018