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I had a house re-done after the fire. For this job I hired Kingdom Constructions company. They seamed like very nice guys, definitely talking the talk. The job was done, with slight delay, but ...
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December 15, 2008
Firstly, we have not paid the contractor their balance. Not only are they not returning our emails or phone calls to schedule an appointment for repair work, they are also not asking for their balance ...
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December 28, 2015
Talon Contracting Arc Construction Bragg Creek Construction We found all three of these contractors throught this website and all three showed up for an initial meeting to discuss the projects (kitchen...
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January 2, 2011
I hired a General Contractor who turned out to be a real winner. I checked him out and he seemed ok. Checked with some references - no real problems. Signed an agreement with him which covered hourly labor...
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March 3, 2009
Hi there, I'm currently reviewing some estimates from a couple contractors I've spoken to. One of the tasks at hand is re-tiiling the kitchen floor & backsplash, as well as the bathroom ...
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October 21, 2008
They screwed me. Check the BBB before hiring any company: http://mainlandbc.bbb.org/WWWRoot/Report.aspx?site=164&bbb=0037&firm=1236086...
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October 9, 2008
I need to know what the Alberta Bldg. code specs are for head clearance at the bottom of my basement stairs. ...
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November 18, 2008
I am about to purchase a 2000 sq ft home, all one level. The space is basicallydivided into two areas. The one smaller area has electric heat already. However, the other area, is a large workshop sp...
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October 2, 2008
We're looking to purchase an income property that will require quite a bit of renovations. We would like to hire a general contractor to do most of the work required. How far in advance should we be con...
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October 24, 2008
I am hoping to remove a hallway wall in my old semi to open up the first floor as is typically done with these semis. The joists span from one double brick wall to the other but I guess I shouldn't assume ...
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September 25, 2008
IN THE WEST ISLAND, I HAVE AN EXTENSION TO DO AND NEED A CONTRACTOR THAT DOES NOT CANCEL APPTS. AT THE LAST MINUTE.. SO FAR 3 OF THEM CANCELLED AT THE LAST MINUTE - CAN ANYONE REFER ME TO ONE? T...
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March 28, 2009
My cottage roof is beginning to bow...I want to shore it up and open the attic for an extra bedroom...should I hire a structural engineer first or a general contractor? ...
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September 5, 2008
I'm looking for experience peoples on this fields. At least 5 years experience no less, individual or crew are welcome. Please send me a line at john-luc@sympatico.ca Thank you, John-Luc...
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September 25, 2008
We just finished renovating our semi detached house and we had permits for all work done. We also spent alot of $$ doing things the right way. Our attached neighbour is now starting reno's themsel...
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July 17, 2008
My wife and I decided to buy windows this year to replace our old wooden ones. Originally very friendly. He was at our home for about 3 hours which is understood based on the size of the job. We had decided to ...
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July 21, 2008
I need a good-reliable drywall company. With min 3 references (at least 2 of commercial or high rise residential). Insurance liablity - WSIB registrations. Thanks... T-Demir Stucco and ...
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January 18, 2009
HandyCanadian is an excellent tool to both contractors as well as homeowners but we have encountered it's one downside several times. When you the cusomter is meeting with contractors, you must take car...
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July 20, 2008
I was impressed with the number of responses once I posted the jobs I needed done. After receiving 4 quotes for a new kitchen floor and a partial bathroom reno, we selected Arind Karmarker. After two week...
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November 11, 2009
A simple Basement reno, turns into a year of HECK. AJ McISAAC, of HEARTHFIREHOMES, is a liar and a cheat. if you want your home lien'd call him. a terrible job took almost a year, an...
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June 25, 2008
I have learned my lesson from this point on it is just as important for contractors to as the name implies get a signed contract I recently stepped into a great big pile of it and i got cut pretty deep so a wor...
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February 1, 2009