We will be embarking on a kitchen/dining area renovation over the next couple of months. Budgeting about $60-80k and will pull approx $25k from a TFSA and the balance from some investments or put on to the LOC. Best CC for putting stuff on? Anyone ...
Jul 31st, 2023 6:14 pm
I’m thinking of renovating my basement. It’s a pretty neat 650 sq.ft. space, unfinished basement at this time. Aiming for something simple, open-concept and studio-style (no separate bedrooms or anything). I reckon I’ll need some soundproofing done, a 3-pc bathroom, maybe a tiny kitchen or wet bar, ...
Jul 30th, 2023 4:40 am
Hi I'm trying to figure out lease pricing for my home (4bed 2garage detached) by comparing to other similarly sized homes in my neighborhood in Thornhill. The general range is around $4500 per month. Comparisons are difficult because these are old homes, and some have original finishes from the 80s,...
Jul 25th, 2023 12:47 am
Hi all. So long story short the drywall behind our tub has seen better days and some of the tile has begun to fall apart.I need suggestions on reliable bathroom renovation companies in Durham region.Much as I'd love the challenge, No this is not something I am ready to tackle on my own.
Jul 13th, 2023 11:49 am
I am looking for contractors recommendations for condo renovation. Scope of work includes- kitchen remodelling (new cabinetry, tiles)- 2 bathroom remodelling - paintingAny good contractors that do condo renovation for GTA area - Toronto North? Thanks
Jun 23rd, 2023 6:49 pm
Can anyone simply point to what easy renovation rebates are accessible in GTA? or across Canada?Heard of this Attic Insallation, but does anyone know if a Govt person comes to inspect it? or you just need receipt?
Jun 16th, 2023 11:33 am
... is living in a rooming house on a month to month basis for 4.5 years. The landlord gave 1 month notice to leave and terminating the contact for renovation to all 4 tenants of the house. Some are new immigrants and not aware of the law so they agreed though not happily. As the landlord has other ...
Jun 7th, 2023 7:55 pm
Hi All, I have a question regarding the basement renovation with Personal use vs legal basement permits. I am located in Toronto. Ideally, I would like to finish the basement with all required permits and use it for Airbnb, the basement has a separate ...
May 26th, 2023 1:47 pm
Hi All, I have a partially finished basement that I'm looking to gut and renovate (flooring, electrical, new drop ceiling, pot lights, paint, etc.). I'm in the Durham region in the GTA. Prior to going down the Google rabbit hole in search of a contractor, I thought I would throw it out there to see ...
Mar 27th, 2023 12:57 pm
I'm in the preliminary stages of potentially renovating a house - roughly 1200sqft. I know during COVID that cost of labour and materials went up, but how is it now? I'm thinking of budgeting 150-200k, but not sure how much that will get me. It's not a full gut job, but would like to change flooring...
Jan 28th, 2023 12:51 pm
I just want to do a quick sanity check with the forum: I have two bathrooms in need of renovation, and the quote is a bit shocking. Roughly $25 K for each one. Is this the going rate? SOME DETAILS: Bathroom number one is a "three-piece" bathroom (a sink, ...
Dec 2nd, 2022 3:14 pm
I am looking to spruce up my tiny laundry room. I would like to add cabinets similar to the picture here. I also want to get rid of the ugly laundry tub and just extend the countertop and add a stainless steel kitchen like sink. I have shortlisted some ikea cabinets and wood countertops. I can assem...
Jul 10th, 2022 3:36 pm
I have received 3 quotes for a 550sqft basement in Oakville and was wondering if they are out to lunch high, or is it normal considering current inflation and supply chain issues? Details: Basement area is one open concept room + 3pc bath (no kitchen, no wetbar, and no theatre or bedroom) Stairs wil...
May 26th, 2022 11:39 am
Just looking for someone to level and brace my old garage, one of my walls is slanting. Any recommendations for a renovator or carpenter in the Durham Area? It's so hard to research them online.
May 13th, 2022 12:43 pm
Any of you recently filled and submitted these forms after undergoing substantial renovations? Substantial meaning you touch about 90% of the property, like a full gut job, which then gets treated as constructing a new home. Now that most of my renovations are finally at an end, I had to sit down fo...
May 7th, 2022 3:08 am
... tank room -Pantry room -3 piece bathroom (shower, toilet, vanity) -Storage room under basement stairs What are the must haves/regrets for basement renovation these days? Just want to make sure I don't miss considering anything. I see alot of previous discussion about putting outlets and running ...
Apr 10th, 2022 2:33 pm
Hello, My tenant moved out and I want to move back in. Plus the place is quite old (10 years) and needs a makeover. I think the following are necessary. -Flooring needs to be redone. Thinking hard wood floor -I think they are called trims. That little wood edge covering the bottom edge of the wall. ...
Apr 5th, 2022 9:30 am
... somewhat different hence decided to start new one. So here we go - Back in july we bought an old house (1975) and we got engaged in quite heavy renovation. From popcorn to re-walling the drywalls and re-modeling the house. The old basement was taken out too. Sometime in October we moved in. ...
Mar 4th, 2022 7:23 pm
... our budget. I needed work done this month, but now i'm sure will be impossible to find that early... Anyone recommend any reliable/affordable home renovation contractors within the GTA? Thanks a bunch.
Mar 4th, 2022 5:07 pm
... our budget. I needed work done this month, but now i'm sure will be impossible to find that early... Anyone recommend any reliable/affordable home renovation contractors within the GTA? Thanks a bunch.
Mar 4th, 2022 5:06 pm