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6 Reasons to Rethink Cash Deals on your Renovation
6 Reasons to Rethink Cash Deals on your Renovation When homeowners repair or renovate, cash deals are all too common. “Pay me cash” contractors shave their prices by eliminating taxes and consumers pay less and get a better deal. Or do they? There’s a definite downside to cash deals – the increased risk for homeowners.…
GVHBA’s Coats for Kids Kicks Off its 23rd Year
GVHBA’s Coats for Kids Kicks Off its 23rd Year The holidays are a time to come together and celebrate with family and friends. But for families who are struggling to make ends meet, the holidays are particularly stressful – especially for those with children. In the spirit of the season, Canadians across the country are…
CdnBuilt: CHBA Members Raise Money, Provide Employment for Vulnerable Youth
#CdnBuilt: CHBA Members Raise Money, Provide Employment for Vulnerable Youth The Street Culture Project is a non-profit, registered charity in Regina, SK, providing housing access, skill development and personal support to street involved youth. Deveraux Homes CEO/President Denis Jones worked with the SCP to develop the community-minded SasktOberfest event. SasktOberfest was inspired by German culture in which Octoberfest came…
3 Tips for a Hassle-Free Renovation
3 Tips for a Hassle-Free Renovation Home renovations may seem daunting during the planning stages but with the right contractor & these 3 tips, you and your family can enjoy a hassle-free home renovation. Do your research Have you ever heard the saying, “If you’re going to do something, do it right”? That’s how you…
CdnBuilt: Construction Cares
#CdnBuilt: Construction Cares Making a Connection In 2016, the Purcell family hired Naikoon Contracting to build a home for their family that required several special features. Their first-born child, Trey, lives with MPS II – also known as Hunter’s Syndrome. MPS II is a rare terminal degenerative enzyme disorder that affects every part of a child’s body.…
CdnBuilt: HHHBA raises $75,000 for local charities
#CdnBuilt: HHHBA raises $75,000 for local charities The Canadian Home Builders’ Association celebrates its 75th anniversary in 2018, and is proud of its history of building and supporting communities across the country. The Hamilton-Halton Home Builders’ Association (HHHBA) commemorated the occasion by giving back to their neighbourhoods in a big way: they raised $75,000 for local charities.…
CdnBuilt: CHBACI and Thompson Rivers University Build a Dream Home
#CdnBuilt: CHBACI and Thompson Rivers University Build a Dream Home The homebuilding industry has a long record of community service and giving back to the cities and towns we live and work in. Each year, the Canadian Home Builders’ Association (CHBA) recognizes the voluntary efforts of its members and local associations who make a difference…
Understanding Renovation Price Quotes
Understanding Renovation Price Quotes Price is a critical aspect of any renovation project. What will it cost to do the job you want? Alternatively, how far can you go on a set budget? Different Sized Projects, Different Sized Price Quotes Determining the cost of a small project, like replacing your roofing, can be fairly…
Your Renovation – Deciding Who to Hire
Your Renovation – Deciding Who to Hire You’ve been planning your home renovation for months, been to all the home shows, and spent countless homes online looking at renovation projects and products. You’ve also interviewed a number of renovation contractors, checked their references and received written price quotes from those you are interested in hiring.…