BUILD Magazine has announced winners of the 2018 Sustainable Building Awards. The 2018 Sustainable Building Awards aim to reward the work done in the milieu of green building. From the pioneers to the rising stars; like Ridgewater Homes who look to commend the people who work tirelessly to ensure the global community decreases its collective carbon […]
How do I create a light and airy kitchen that doesn’t feel stark? The key to creating a light and airy space that is still warm and inviting is to select the right base materials and accents. In this kitchen, we chose to use a white washed wood tone for the cabinetry. This is the […]
Once a trend, open floor plans have become a staple of most modern homes. An open floor plan generally means the living room, kitchen, and dining room are combined into a large space or great room. Before taking a hammer to all your interior walls, it’s important to know the structural components of your home, […]
Ridgewater Homes now offers Financing for your Renovation Needs. We offer hassle-free monthly payment solutions to help you transform your dream into a reality! We offer fast and affordable financing through Financeit that can help you make the right long-term decision when it comes to improving, renovating and upgrading your home. What home improvements are covered? […]
Home renovations can be daunting – especially when you’re left with conflicting advice from various experts and online sources… it’s hard to know who or what to trust! There are a whole range of tips and theories out there that I’ve found to be unhelpful, and ultimately stressful. In hopes of providing more clarity as […]
Ridgewater Homes Ltd has won the Top Choice Awards Mark of Excellence for the second year in a row. This is for the Best Renovation Company in Vancouver and the Lower Mainland for 2018. We would like to thank everyone who voted for us, it’s such an honor. Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada — January 10th, […]
Updating your kitchen is among the smartest home-reno investments you can make, generating a return on investment of anywhere from 75 to 100 per cent. But beware and avoid these 12 common pitfalls that can screw up your plans for the kitchen of your dreams. Don’t Ignore the Triangle It’s important to give some consideration to workflow when it […]
While one bad apple does not spoil the whole barrel—most builders are professional and ethical and adhere to best practices—the bad-apple contractor WILL definitely spoil your day. For many people, the task of hiring a contractor comes with a lot of stress and questions. Bad contractors are in every city. HGTV shows feature countless stories […]
Ridgewater Homes or your contractor’s commitment to you doesn’t end when the work is completed. As specified in your contract, you will have a warranty on all work done for a specified period, usually one year with most contractors. Review your warranty coverage as outlined in your contract and take note of time limits to […]
Many homeowners enjoy do-it-yourself home renovation and repair projects. If you’re planning a project and considering the do-it-myself route, here’s some advice that may help with your plans. Do you have the necessary skills? Consider your own skills and abilities carefully. While many of today’s home improvement products are designed to make it easy for do-it-yourselfers, […]