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The Process of Starting
A Renovation
Presented By
Tony Teunis
All Canadian Renovations Ltd.
The Process of a
Renovation
Pre-Construction Phase
What to look for in a renovator
The importance of having a plan
Developing your wish list
and priorities
Type?
Size?
Cost?
DIY or Pro?
Contract?
Insurance?
Change Orders?
How to Make Informed Decisions
Identify Your Type of Project
Look For Ideas
Identify Your Type of Project
Drive Around Your Community
Identify Your Type of Project
Visit Home Shows
Identify Your Type of Project
Draw Sketches
Identify Your Type of Project
Make the Tough Choices
Identify Your Type of Project
Consider Quality
Identify Your Type of Project
Consider:
How much can you afford?
How are you paying?
When will you need
funds available?
Develop a Realistic Budget
Check with Municipality
Ask About:
Municipal Licensing
Zoning restrictions
Building Permits
Building Codes
Notification to
Neighbours
Noise and work time
restrictions
Plans and Specifications
Why You Need Them:
Define scope of work
Reference for bids
Basis of Contract
Building Permits
Dispute resolution
Where to Get Them:
Renovators and builders
Design firm
Professional architect
DIY
Plans and Specifications
CONTROL YOUR RISKS!
Hire the Right People
How big is my project?
How complex is my project?
Decide What Type of
Professional You Need
Handyman
Trade
Specialist
General
Contractor
Decide What Type
of Contractor You Need
Research:
Friends
Home Builders’ Associations
Home Shows
Real Estate Agents
Local Ads
Gather Names
Ask the Contractor about:
Workers Compensation?
Liability Insurance?
Business or GST/HST number?
Similar Project Experience?
Detailed contract?
Narrow The Field
Ask About:
Time in business?
Are you a MHBA Renovator Member?
Staff experience/training?
Who will do the work?
Timelines?
Workload/project commitment?
References?
Conduct Interviews
Same project type?
Done recently?
Why them?
Rate performance & quality?
Met deadlines?
Open communication?
Site cleanliness & organization?
On budget?
Problem resolution?
Warranty their work?
Check Their References
Look For:
Organization?
Cleanliness?
Safety?
Morale/friendliness?
Signage?
Proper use and storage
of tools?
Homeowners viewpoint?
Conduct A Site Visit
A. Based on Specs:
Description of work
B. Specify:
Timelines
Payment schedule
Project cost
Get It In Writing
The “Cash Deal”
The “Cash Deal” = Risk
NO CONTRACT
NO Legal Protection
NO Liability Insurance
NO Worker’s Comp.
NO Price and Terms
NO Lien Protection
NO Municipal Inspection
The “Cash Deal” is No Deal
Talk to Your Own
Insurance Company
BEFORE
You Get Started
Get Insured
It’s Not Over
Till It’s Over
Maintain Control