Would you have someone fix your brakes without knowing if that person was qualified to do so? Would you be fine with driving off without knowing if the job was properly inspected? Well, if you’re thinking about doing a renovation without a building permit, hit the brakes. It’s a car crash waiting to happen. No building permits? No way! Short-Sighted Savings No permit? No problem. That’s what some people believe. They couldn’t be more wrong. It’s a costly disaster in the making. Building permits exist to protect you and your biggest investment – your home. A permit is your insurance and peace of mind. It is not something to be avoided. People may sidestep the building permit process thinking they will save time and money. That couldn’t be further from the truth. If a neighbour or unhappy tenant complains and an inspector shows up, redoing the work will be way…
Renovation breathes new life into a Craftsman style house while staying true to its original charm. When my clients purchased an older Craftsman style house, they had no…
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As a homeowner, there’s arguably no greater thrill than planning out and seeing through to completion a home renovation project. Whether you’re just looking to change things up,…
Most people love to add decorative touches to their home at Christmas. Then there are those who just can’t stop at one room. For my clients, Val Geldart…
Get Inspired by these country style bathroom makeover ideas. When it comes to design, country style can mean different things to different people. From barn house details to all thing’s wicker…
There’s an old line about the cobbler’s kids going barefoot. The cobbler is too busy repairing customers’ shoes to make shoes for their own children. Lucky for Jim Caruk’s…
Nature’s colours, airtight construction and luxury envelop this Energy efficient cottage in Muskoka It’s hard to believe that less than a year ago, this ultra-efficient cottage in Muskoka…
Let’s take a quick trip down memory lane, and revisit those lessons on colour theory from high school art class; I promise this detour will be quick. Everyone…