Below are before and after pictures of different projects we've done.
Stage 1 renovations - 2 storey (2018)
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converting bungalow into duplex (2017)
An original bungalow re-done into a duplex. See below for details of each unit. Things that were done to the entire house include:
- All new electrical
- All new plumbing
- Paint
- All new electrical
- All new plumbing
- Paint
Exterior
The driveway was expanded for the secondary unit parking. New soffits were installed. Stairs on the side of the house were re-done.
main level
The fireplace was converted to electric. Ceramic flooring installed in the entrance and kitchen. New bathroom vanity and finishings. New kitchen with stainless steel appliances.
lower LEVEL
The lower level had no walls. It was converted into a 2 bedroom unit. The windows were made larger. This secondary dwelling was granted by the city of Ottawa. The apartment is fire rated and all the fire alarms are connected electrically. The kitchen has a large island and new stainless steel appliances. New flooring throughout with an insulated subfloor.
Fully Renovated Kitchen (2016)
- All New Electrical
-Insulated 2x4 walls -Custom Made walnut Window Sills -Italian Porcelain Tiles -Under-mount Stainless Steel Sink |
-Ikea High gloss kitchen cabinets with custom pullouts in most cabinets
-Granite Counter-tops -Microwave Exhaust system venting through the roof -3.5"x12" Wave Pattern Backsplash -High End Chrome Kitchen Cabinet / Door Handles -Soft Closing hardware on all Upper / Lower Cabinets |
Removed and RE-SHINGLED Roof (2016)
-Old Shingles were removed and replaced with certain-teed architectural fiberglass shingles with a lifetime warranty.
-Two rows of ice and water were installed around the perimeter
-New drip edge
-Certain-teed synthetic underlay
- Two new MaxiVents
-New eaves-trough
-Two rows of ice and water were installed around the perimeter
-New drip edge
-Certain-teed synthetic underlay
- Two new MaxiVents
-New eaves-trough
Extended and Updated outside deck (2016)
Removed old deck boards, extended the deck by 5 feet by pouring concrete pillars and extending the main beams. Fully updated deck to give the house more curb appeal
FULLY Updated fireplace (2015)
Complete updated fireplace using cement board and cladding the exterior with 100% quartz stone. A beautiful Walnut mantel joined with a framed in electric fireplace.
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Fully Renovated Bathroom (2015)
Complete bathroom renovation which has been 100% water proofed with a product called Hydro-ban, cement board and mold resistant drywall. High end finishes with a commercial pocket door and Italian Porcelain tiles. Floating vanity and bathroom fan with 110 CFM's
Full basement apartment re-done (2014)
Kitchen and bathroom fully gutted and redone - Drywall repair and painting done in entire unit - Laminate flooring installed in living/dining room/bedrooms - vinel floor installed in kitchen - ceramic installed in bathroom
Main floor living room/Dining room and bedrooms re-done
Floors sanded and varnished - Drywall, mud and paint in all rooms - Wall indent redone into a wet bar - Bathroom and kitchen will be done in the near future (see "What we're doing" page for before pictures)
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Kitchen update
Small changes done to a kitchen in order to update it at a low cost - Changed the floor, painted, changed the knobs and hinges
Driveway, retaining wall, walkway and landscape
Extended the driveway to include more parking - re-did walkway in wood - added a retaining wall and wood box for landscape