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ProcessApril 23, 20266 min read

Comparing GTA renovation contractors when you already have a shortlist

A framework for comparing 2–3 GTA residential contractors you are already interviewing. Not a ranking. Business model, client relationship, and communication cadence differ by firm type — here is how to read the differences.

ProcessApril 23, 20266 min read

The four types of GTA residential renovation contractor

The phrase "general contractor" covers at least four distinct business models in the GTA residential market. Which one fits depends on project size, how involved you want to be, and how much design help you need. An explainer for homeowners orienting before they start interviewing.

ProcessApril 16, 20267 min read

How Toronto building permits actually work in 2026

Toronto residential permits cost $20 to $25 per square metre of new floor area plus fixed fees, and run 4 to 12 weeks for review. Here is what triggers them, what does not, and what to do if your contractor says you do not need one.

How to find a general contractor in the GTA without getting burned

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ProcessApril 16, 20267 min read

How to find a general contractor in the GTA without getting burned

Seventeen questions to ask, the red flags that should end the conversation, what licensing actually means in Ontario, and how references should be checked. Hire well once and you avoid hiring twice.

ProcessApril 16, 20267 min read

HST on renovations in Ontario, in plain terms

Federal HST is 13 percent on labour and materials for renovations in Ontario. The Substantial Renovation Rebate exists but rarely applies. Owner-occupied resale exemptions have gotchas. Here is the real math.

Tarion warranty explained — what it covers and what it does not

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ProcessApril 16, 20267 min read

Tarion warranty explained — what it covers and what it does not

Tarion is Ontario's statutory warranty on new home construction — 1, 2, and 7-year coverage on different building systems. It does not cover renovations. Here is how it actually works, and why renovations need a separate written warranty.

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