Sustainability is the trend in home design these days – and it’s not difficult to see why. Aesthetic value aside, green homes are energy-efficient; they use less energy and are much cheaper to run. Also, for a world that’s racing against the possible adverse effects of global warming, reducing a home’s environmental footprint is a big deal. 8 Sustainable Residential Roofing Options Are you in the market for a new roof in Burlington or Oakville
I’ve been a contractor for almost 40 years, and I’ve seen a lot of shoddy work out there. Most people know me as the guy on TV, but in reality, I never wanted to be on TV. I’m a contractor, I fix and build homes. I started the Holmes Approved Homes program for one reason-PEACE OF MIND. As a homebuyer, the homework is done for you. If you are working with a Holmes Approved builder,
When problems start happening in the home most people want to blame something or someone else, usually the builder or the contractor. But sometimes the source of the problem isn’t a bad contractor, sub trade or builder—it might be a little closer to home. A home needs regular maintenance, like a car. It is your responsibility to keep on top of maintenance tasks before they become bigger issues. Here are some tips to keep in
Modern home designs offer a number of advantages especially these days. Actually, energy, space, and privacy are hard to come by nowadays. So, a modern home design would help you gain a number of benefits related to such a plan. In modern days, natural light and outdoor connections are almost revered. And with more and more homeowners that are embracing contemporary house style, there is definitely a need to invest in a modern home design
Every day, more and more homeowners are opting for renovations instead of moving, with the idea of improving their home and quality of life without the hustling of selling and buying a new property. There are many advantages that can be experienced by adding an addition onto your home with Oakville builders. At BRIKS Design-Build Group, our experts have noticed that home additions are one of the most demanded renovations as they can transform an
Constructing, or remodelling, a house is the best thing you’ll ever do. It’s also the most complicated, expensive, and time-consuming task that you’ll ever undertake. However, if you work with a professional and experienced construction company like BRIKS Design-Build Group, you can have your dream home become a reality in no time! If you are lucky enough to be in a position where you can build a dream home in Oakville, then BRIKS Design-Build Group
There are tons of horror stories out there that people have from working with contractors and home builders. Sometimes it’s because of poor research, misaligned expectations, or someone just lying, most of the time though it comes down to communication. With communication comes its own set of problems. Building a custom home is a stressful and personal undertaking. Having a good relationship with your builder in Burlington will help ease the process and will likely
To our valued clients, As the world begins to focus on restarting the economy post-COVID-19, and politicians debate if, when, and how to get Ontario back to work, many businesses are trying to determine what standards, laws, and precautions will apply and need to be taken when restrictions are eased or lifted. At BRIKS Design-Build Group, we have our own process of re-opening that involves strategies that correlate with the government’s COVID-19 guidelines. We value
Homebuyers today are bombarded with options and advertisements on prefabricated homes and neighborhoods. Clients are able to see plans of their home before even really thinking about what their own needs are. Homebuyers are taught to think: “Yes, I could probably live in this home” instead of “Yes, this is the home for me”. Clients are not encouraged to have independent thoughts and are encouraged to accept designs given to them rather than those they
Home renovation is a hot topic and has become the subject of innumerable TV shows, blogs, and magazines. It’s fascinating to think that any home can be reimagined, reworked, and remodelled, essentially turning it into something new and better than what was there before. Of course, there is a wide spectrum of quality in terms of home renovation, and this has to be taken carefully into account when choosing a contractor. In general, levels of