Blog

Smart Home Automation: A Renovation Opportunity You Don’t Want to Miss

At Eagleview Construction, we understand that a home renovation is more than just updating finishes or reconfiguring space — it’s an opportunity to future-proof your home. As a design and build general contractor specializing in renovations, we often see clients missing a critical element in their initial planning: smart home automation.

Fixed Price vs. Cost-Plus Contracts: Which One is Right for Your Renovation Project?

When embarking on a renovation project, one of the most important decisions you’ll make is the type of contract you enter into with your contractor. At Eagleview Construction, we often receive questions from clients about the difference between a fixed-price contract and a cost-plus contract. It’s an important topic, and while we openly admit our bias toward the fixed-price model, we believe in offering an honest and transparent overview so you can make the best choice for your project.

Winner: 2024 Record Readers' Choice in 10 Categories!

The votes are in, and we couldn’t be more thrilled to share the fantastic news with you! Eagleview Construction has been once again recognized in the top three of the Waterloo Region Readers’ Choice awards.

Building for the Future: The Importance of Aging in Place Renovations

As we age, our living environments must adapt to our changing needs. Aging in place renovations focus on making your home safer, more comfortable, and more accessible, allowing you to live independently for as long as possible. With our expertise in well-designed renovations, we’re here to help you transform your house into an efficient space that meets the demands of modern living.

Why Canada’s Recent Interest Rate Drop Makes Now the Ideal Time to Tap into Your Home’s Equity for Renovations

As of the recent October 2024 announcement, the Bank of Canada has lowered its benchmark interest rate to 3.75%, marking a significant shift in the financial landscape. For homeowners, this creates an ideal opportunity to reconsider how they manage their mortgage and home equity. Specifically, if you’ve been contemplating home renovations or improvements, now is the time to act. Here's why.

Design-Build vs General Contractor: What's the Best Fit for Your Renovation?

When it comes to planning a home renovation, few decisions are more important than choosing the right construction partner. Whether you're dreaming of a kitchen overhaul, an addition, or a full home transformation, who you work with can make or break your experience—and your budget.

I’m looking to undertake a renovation project, who should I call?

Right out of the gate, I think it’s worth acknowledging that we, the authors of this article, are a general contractor and design and build general contracting company. While I am immensely proud of our capabilities, I’m also the first to admit that we are not always the best fit for every project or client, and that’s OK. The purpose of this article is to hopefully demystify the overall renovation process and guide readers toward the best option for their particular needs. And of, course, if that means you need a general contractor, and you're in an area we service, we’d be honoured to hear from you!

What Should I look for when Choosing a General Contractor?

Everyone has heard horror stories about shady contractors, or renovation projects gone wrong. So, in order to protect yourself against these nightmare scenarios, one of the best things that you, as a homeowner, can do is follow a thorough selection process when choosing which contractor to work with. Choosing the right contractor for your project is crucial to its success and can significantly impact both how stressful the process is, and ultimately, the overall quality of the final product.