Toronto Renovation Do’s

Toronto Renovation

Toronto Renovation Do’s

I would say firstly before starting any Toronto renovation, always consult a professional for advice when it comes to doing anything to your home. Our homes are our single biggest investments and we don’t want to do anything to jeopardize that investment. There are a few things to keep in mind however, that can really make the difference in how you decide what to do.

Do’s

 
  • Always make sure you know the age of your home .

Too many times people try to renovate a kitchen or bathroom in a 100 year old home that has never had any work done on it. This is a recipe for cost overruns and surprises with you Toronto renovation. Know your home and what needs attention and come up with a plan that will address all of its issues. You don’t have to fix everything at once but it is a good idea to know where and what you need to do before you start anything 
  • Have a full house audit and create a complete home renovation plan

This is all part of knowing your home before you start your Toronto renovation. A full house audit will give you the piece of mind of knowing what is wrong behind those walls. It also gives you a proper base in order to come up with your complete home renovation plan. Which is a list of all the potential renovation projects there will need to be to bring your home up to date. Along with the correct order to do them in so as not to have to destroy something you have already paid for to fix something else. 
  • Make sure financially you can cover whatever project you decide on doing

Our homes are a long term entity and we will hopefully have them for the rest of our lives and raise our families in them. It seems when it comes to renovations however, people get into to hot water by taking on too much and over extending themselves. Always be mindful of no matter what your renovation is projected to cost, you should have at least 25% tucked away in a contingency fund. Renovations on older homes especially in Toronto are fraught with surprises hiding behind every wall or poorly renovated room. The best protection against those unknowns is always have a little extra stashed away. 
  • Do the unsexy work as much as you can

There is a reason those surprises lurk behind those walls of your home. That is no one ever wants to deal with what’s behind the walls. Everyone likes to see what’s in front, like the nice kitchen or bathroom. It is however the behind the walls work that makes your investment a sound one. It also is work that if done properly will only ever need to be done once in your lifetime. Make sure each renovation project you take on addresses as much of this type of work as possible. Get the walls insulated, address worn out structure and upgrade your plumbing,heating and electrical. Your home will thank you by making sure whatever you do end up putting in front of the walls, will not need to be removed again to fix something behind them. 

Cristina Blesa
Cristina Blesa2023-12-06
Google

Woodsmith Construction is first and foremost one of the leading contractors serving the GTA. We at Rigid Frame Structural Engineers Inc. provide structural engineering consulting for them. Woodsmith always adhere to the drawings and regulations in all of their construction projects. We also find Chris and all his crews to be very respectful. We recommend Woodsmith to all our clients who like to tackle renovations.

We worked with Chris Smith and Woodsmith Construction Inc. on the design for a garage addition, and the experience was fantastic. The project included adding attic trusses to create a new walk-in closet and laundry room that seamlessly connected to our existing main bedroom. Chris’s goal was to make the addition feel like it had always been part of the home, and he absolutely nailed it.From the start, Chris took the time to understand what we needed and came up with a design that not only maximized the functionality of the space but also kept the style consistent with the rest of the house. He paid close attention to every detail, from the layout to the finishes, ensuring everything worked perfectly with our main bedroom.The design makes such smart use of the space, and it feels like a natural extension of the home rather than an afterthought. Chris was great to work with—responsive, creative, and incredibly knowledgeable. He even provided advice on how to approach the construction phase, which made us feel confident moving forward.If you’re looking for someone to bring your vision to life with a thoughtful and practical design, we highly recommend Chris Smith and Woodsmith Construction. The design he created for us has truly enhanced our home. Our construction is well under way and we are already seeing the great design come to life!

Steve F
Steve F2024-12-03
Google

Emmanuel Moysis
Emmanuel Moysis2019-03-31
Google

We worked with Chris Smith and Woodsmith Construction Inc. on a large-scale renovation of our east-end semi and we couldn’t be happier with the finished product. The project included adding a third floor, underpinning the basement, and updating the interior throughout the house. Chris handled both the design and the build, and he is incredibly knowledgeable about all stages of the process. He was professional and responsive and always had our best interests at heart. His team was hard-working and respectful and they were all a pleasure to work with.Chris was professional, calm, and reasonable in working with our neighbours at all stages of the process and earned a very positive reputation among people on the street who saw the process and admired the result. The final product maintains the same exterior character of the home while updating the interior and making it a hundred times more functional for our family. It is a total transformation from what it used to be and we thank Chris for his vision and guidance throughout the process.Chris and his team were organized, professional, and always on top of the details. They kept us in the loop throughout the project and made sure everything was done to the highest standard. We would not hesitate to recommend Woodsmith to anyone undertaking a residential renovation – he is one of the hardest-working people we know and we are very grateful for his expertise and dedication.

D Volpe
D Volpe2024-12-01
Google

Woodsmith Construction completed a project for us in a timely and professional manner. The quality of their workmanship is superb. Communication between them and us was informative, courteous and collaborative. We would highly recommend them.

Rick Wilson
Rick Wilson2020-03-31
Google

Woodsmith construction just completed a gut job and garage addition for my husband and I and it was the best experience I could have hoped for especially given all the renovation horror stories we have heard. They were so professional, helpful, diligent and responsive and the quality of the renovation was first class. I would recommend anyone to hire Woodsmith construction for all their needs whether it is a renovation or a new build. We could not be happier with the outcome and our newly renovated home.

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