Looking to understand how much your garden suite or laneway suite will cost you? Try out our cost calculator today to get more clarity into what to expect for your garden suite construction project in Toronto.
Legal Duplex Requirements in Ontario
Garden Suites: Building Solutions for Toronto’s Multigenerational Families
Toronto – like many cities around the world - is seeing a growing trend in housing that caters to the needs of multi-generational families. One such innovative solution is the construction of garden suites, providing families with the space and flexibility to live together while maintaining their independence. At BVM Contracting, we are proud to showcase a recent garden suite construction project that beautifully exemplifies this trend and how we worked with our client to find the right solution to support the dynamics of their multigenerational household.
Your Guide to Obtaining Building Permits in Toronto
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
Understanding Ontario Regulation 462/24: Additional Residential Units in Toronto
Overcoming Fire Hydrant Constraints for ADU's in Toronto
Toronto's urban landscape is evolving. Garden suites and laneway suites offer a promising solution to housing challenges, but a hidden obstacle often stands in the way: fire hydrants! In this article we discuss the solutions to overcome your property’s proximity to a fire hydrant, including one that one of our pre-construction client used!
Unexpected Home Building Costs in Toronto
How to Navigate Toronto's Interactive Zoning Map
Attached Secondary Suites Versus a Garden or Laneway Suite
Custom Homes vs New Builds: Insights for Toronto Homeowners
Rooming Houses Allowed in the Greater Toronto Area
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.
