BVM Contracting breaks down the process of designing a second floor layout that allows you to maximize the floor space while keeping the existing walls on the main floor as-is.
Custom Home Builders Versus General Contractors
A Guide to Home Building Versus Moving in Toronto
Avoiding Committee of Adjustment in Toronto with Duplex Design
How to know if your Toronto home is a good candidate for a home addition
When you are planning to add additional levels to an existing home it is important to follow the right steps in order to prevent yourself from wasting money on a project that might be too costly for you to complete. Turning unknowns into knowns is an important step in making sure that there are as few items that pop up during your home addition project as possible. BVM Contracting has compiled a list of three very important items that you can complete for around $3000 that can give you absolute certainty that your existing home is well-suited for a second or third storey addition in Toronto.
The Perfect Home Build Doesn't Exist
The perfect home build doesn’t exist, but what does exist are home builders that work towards perfection with every project completed. Learn more about how we approach challenges with all of our home building projects and why builders who can rise above the challenges faced with every project are the ones you should be working with.
Here's Why Cost Per Square Foot Pricing is Dumb
Looking For "Renovation-Gone-Wrong" Stories
Understanding the Stratification Process For Residential Properties in Toronto
The True Cost of Hiring the Wrong Renovation Contractor
We received an email from a past connection that received a budget from us for their substantial renovation project, but ended up going with a “cheaper” contractor. Towards the end of the projects, things went so bad (and they regretted the decision so much) that they were compelled to email us about it. Learn more about their story, and how you can avoid “renovation regret” with your own project.
Benefits of Adding a Second HVAC System to a Home Addition
Expanding your home with an addition is a costly, yet necessary endeavor for a lot of Toronto home owners who have growing families or space needs. However, one crucial consideration often overlooked is how a home addition will affect your home's heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system. While it may seem convenient to extend your existing HVAC ductwork to cover heating and cooling needs for the new space, adding a second and dedicated HVAC system for the addition can offer numerous benefits. In this article, we'll outline why adding a second HVAC system to your home addition project might become a huge benefit to your newly-constructed home in Toronto (and beyond).
Forget Underpinning: Use the Floor Replacement Method
How to increase your basement ceiling height without Underpinning
With our fair share of home addition, home extension, and full interior renovation projects we have seen and devised many alternative strategies to avoid having to underpin a basement to increase the ceiling height. Sometimes it is unavoidable to underpin but at least you will know your other options to make an informed decision for your next renovation project!
How to Prevent Home Addition Cost Overruns
Unexpected Home Building Costs in Toronto
How to Navigate Toronto's Interactive Zoning Map
Attached Secondary Suites Versus a Garden or Laneway Suite
Step-by-Step Planning Guide For Home Building Projects in Toronto
Embarking on the journey to build your dream home is an exciting but sometimes daunting process if you are unsure of how and where to start. As Toronto’s leader in quality home renovations and home building, we've taken the time to outline a step-by-step guide to help you feel prepared to navigate this journey smoothly.
How to Pick the Right Custom Home Builder
Over the years we have seen many potential clients get tempted by or commit to home builders that we bid against who promise the world but under-deliver and end up creating a horrible home building experience for them. Below we will run through the items/credentials that you need to know and ensure that your builder has before committing to them.
