If you are thinking of staying in your home as long as possible, then you also want to consider what changes to make to ensure your home allows you to continue staying safe and independent. Bathroom renovations are commonly done to accommodate home retirement, but the kitchen is another room that should be kept in […]
We are honoured to have been named the Best Home Builder Thank-you from all of our Clients, Employees, Sub-Trades and you the voters Ridgewater Homes Ltd is your all in one source for reliable and thorough General Contracting services. We specialize in new build construction, renovations, heritage restorations, additions, basements, kitchens and bathroom renovations. We […]
Your home’s siding is a big job to do. It is responsible for keeping moisture outside while helping to keep energy inside. If you’re siding is no longer doing it’s job, you should have it replaced as soon as possible. If you wait, moisture can enter your home and cause all kinds of expensive damage. […]
We were at a trade show the other day and I had someone ask which is better renovation or building new? I guess it all depends what you are doing. The choice between renovating an existing building or simply starting from scratch often depends on many different variables. Both options have their advantages and both […]
In today’s society, there are many contractors out there, and how do you tell the difference between a good contractor and a great contractor. Well, there are several different aspects of a company to look at. On-going Education and Training Construction, Renovations and contracting are different processes that will always be evolving. Basically, to stay up to […]
It’s hard to believe that we have planned, written and posted 100 entries since we began this blog in 2013. Ridgewater Homes has been touched by the readers who have shared their love for our posts. Some of you also have had issues with contractors. You have asked for advice and you have let us […]
If you’ve been looking at doing a possible renovation, addition, or custom build house in today’s market, we are sure that as a homeowner, you’ve been trying to do your homework. And thanks to the HGTV network on TV, you feel like you know what you want, how you want it to look and when […]
WHAT TO CONSIDER We get this question all the time. The choice between renovating an existing building or simply starting from scratch often depends on many different variables. Both options have their advantages and both have difficulties, meaning the best choice is the one that will serve the bigger picture. By comparing the requirements, costs […]
For 10 years Ridgewater Homes has been proudly serving the Lower Mainland for all of their renovation and new construction needs. November is an important landmark for Ridgewater Homes, as we are celebrating 10 years of business. Established in 2008, Ridgewater has continued to grow and excel in providing a range of services. This includes […]
Even with the best-planned renovation, some things may need to be changed once the work is underway. This is perfectly normal, and there are well-proven methods for dealing with changes. Change Orders The larger and more complex a renovation project, the more likely it is that you may want to make changes to the initial contracted […]