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How to Choose an Ottawa Contractor

Regardless of whether you are doing a large-scale project that includes additions to the home or if you are simply remodeling things inside of the home, such as kitchen, bathroom or basement renovations, you would certainly want to choose the best general contractor Ottawa has to offer.

What are some of the things that should be reviewed when choosing a contractor for your needs?

One of the most important things that you can do is to research the available contractors in advance before making your choice. This can be done through organizations that monitor businesses in the area as well as through word-of-mouth references from those who have used the contractor in the past. Keep in mind, there certainly is nothing wrong with you asking for references from the contractor and then contacting those references directly. You should also look for a general contractor who has been in business within the community for a considerable amount of time, as that says a lot about the services that they offer as well.

It is also a good idea to review some of the services that are available from those contractors. Keep in mind, some of the construction companies Ottawa has to offer maybe more specifically geared to a specialty trade while others may be able to assist you with a wide range of services that are needed within the home. Even if your project does not require a complete home renovation, having a contractor that is able to handle a wide range of projects will be to your benefit.

Once you have narrowed down the field of choices, you can begin getting bids from contractors that are tailored to your needs. In reviewing the bids, don’t simply look at the bottom line, as that may not tell the entire story of what they have to offer. A low price is not always going to be the best choice, as it is possible to cut corners on the quality of the materials that are being used. If you have any questions about what is in the bid, contact the company directly to discuss any of those questions so that you can make a choice based on sound reasoning. You can then proceed with making a deposit and setting up the timeline as to when the project is going to be completed.

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Carbon monoxide detectors now mandatory in homes

Ottawa home owners it is now mandatory to have carbon monoxide detectors in your home. It is very important that you do this for safety reasons and to avoid any possible fines.

Who is required to have carbon monoxide detectors:

– homes with any oil, propane or gas-burning appliances.
– those with a furnace or water heater.
– homes with a wood or gas fireplace.
– homes with attached garage or carport.

You can face a $360 fine if you are caught without one so please make sure you get one in your home asap. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact us.

Your friend in everything to do with your home.

The Ottawa Home Renovator

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Ottawa Senators in the Playoffs! Ottawa Residents get first chance at tickets!

The Ottawa Senators are about to begin Round 1 of the NHL Playoffs against the Montreal Canadiens and here at The Ottawa Home Renovator,we are so happy to here that the companies selling tickets were giving first priority to Ottawa Residents. This goes to show how much love and support the city has for its home team and the struggle they have gone through to make it into the dance.

We are very excited to see how this first round plays out and want to let the city and Ottawa Senators know we are behind them all way and are proud of how far they have come this season no matter what.

The Ottawa Home Renovator Team has been informed to ‘rock’ Senators gear on game days.

 

You can read more about the how the tickets are distributed here:http://ottawacitizen.com/news/local-news/want-to-get-sens-habs-tickets-better-live-in-the-national-capital-region

Your friends in Ottawa Home Renovations and proud Sens Army Soldiers,

TOHR Team

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4 Common Home Renovation Mistakes you should avoid!

Home Renovations can be exciting and fun if done right. But if done wrong it can be a nightmare and stressful and lets be honest who needs more stress in their already busy life! Your Home is your safe heaven so taking that step to make improvements to shoudn’t be torture.

The Ottawa Home Renovator takes pride in their work. We want to make our clients happy not only during the time they are working directly with us but for years to come. So we take the time to do things right and with care.

We want to make sure we do this right with you, so here are some common mistakes people make when doing Home Renovations:

 

  1. Picking just any Renovation Company – Take the time to review the company that will do your Home Renovations. Remember your home is one of your biggest investments don’t just hand it over to just anyone. Find a reputable company, review their website, check their previous work, ask for references, and find out if they have liability insurance.
  2. Doing too much at once – If you are looking to re-do your Kitchen and Bathrooms. Take the time to plan it out with your Contractor. Do on project at a time get it to completion and then start the next one.
  3. Budget – Be realistic about your budget. If you are re-doing your Kitchen you can look at upwards of $20,000.00 and more. Get the right quotes and then add about 20% more on that for unforeseen issues. You could have mould in your walls that need to be addressed. Also, don’t penny pinch? Not on the materials (but always look for a deal, your Renovator can help you with good quality materials) most definitely do not penny pinch on the Renovator. You do not want to hire Joe Blow because he said he can do it for $10,000 and then you end up with a finished project that looks like $5,000 and decreases the value of your home.
  4. Changing your Mind constantly – If your project has started and you are constantly changing your mind this can add to your final bill. Most companies have it built into their contract that any changes will require additional cost since they now have to re-do the contract. So make sure you find a good Renovations company that takes the time to sit with you in the beginning and really understand and draw up what you are looking to achieve in your home Renovations. Get a 3D Design so you see what it will look like.

If you have any questions about your home renovation then please do not hesitate to call us for any questions you may have.

Your friends in Ottawa Home Renovations

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Rules, Regulations, Compliance and Guidance for your Home Renovations?

As Ottawa’s Trusted and Reliable General Contractor we can’t argue enough to home owners how important it is to use a licensed and insured Ottawa Home Renovations company with a proven track record for all there home needs.

Some questions you should ask your Ottawa Contractor:Building-Trust (1)

    • Can I get references from people who have had a similar work done in their homes?
    • Will you get any building permits on my behalf? Can you say so in my contract?
    • Are you and your contractors insured and can I get proof?

This is just a few of the questions that you should be asking a contractor so that you can make the best choice for you and your home.

At The Ottawa Home Renovator we believe in honest and fair business and that is why we are one of Ottawa’s most trusted and reliable general contractors. We do this by providing all of our clients with Fixed Price Contracts, 5 Year Warranty, exceptional Client Care and client references.
If you have any questions about your home renovation project then feel free to contact us we will be more then happy to help.

Sean Frost
Owner/Project Coordinator