Bill GagneJun 171 minStep by Step Bathroom Reno PhasesUnderstanding the process of renovating a bathroom before you start will make for smoother planning and execution of your project. In thi...
Bill GagneJun 101 min2 Money Saving Tipds for Bathroom RenovationsBathrooms are small rooms to renovate that can have sizable budgets. Here's 2 money saving tips to keep in mind when you're getting ready...
Bill GagneJun 31 minPreferred DIY Basement FlooringFor most of our basement finishing projects we use the Beaulieu Playa line of vinyl click laminate flooring. In this video we breakdown w...
Bill GagneJun 31 minDIY Webinar: Basement finishing overviewThinking of finishing your basement yourself? Here's an overview of what you'll need to do as part of the entire project. This 25 minute w...
Bill GagneJan 146 minSo, what's a DIY Basement Finishing Package anyway?If you have kids and an unfinished basement odds are pretty good you’ve thought about finishing your basement.
Bill GagneApr 14, 20199 minFinishing Your Basement: The Who, What, When, Where and WhyThe two main reasons people finish their basement are: To increase the living space of their house To add income by adding a basement Ove...
Bill GagneMar 12, 20194 minBlue vs Orange: What waterproofing system is better?Waterproofing your bathroom showers, floors and tub surrounds is a small but integral part of any bathroom renovation. For years, I have ...
Bill GagneFeb 19, 20192 minWhy You Should Get Multiple Quotes For Your RenovationRenovations are never an impulse purchase. People do not wake up on a Saturday morning and say, “I think I’m going to buy a new bathroom ...
Bill GagneFeb 14, 20195 minHow Long Does a Bathroom Renovation Take? Bathroom renovations are one of the more popular projects we provide quotes for. The two most common questions we are asked are: How much...
Bill GagneFeb 14, 20195 minFrom Quote to Contract: What is Speed River Contracting's ProcessThe Speed River Contracting quoting process is split into 4 stages: Contact Quoting Contract Construction Contact Whether it is by phone,...
Bill GagneFeb 13, 20195 minThe Kitchen Cabinet & Countertop Swap: How long does a basic kitchen renovation take? The definition of a simple kitchen renovation is when existing cabinets and countertops are removed and new cabinets are put in the exact...
Bill GagneSep 6, 20182 minCommunication: a contractor’s most important toolThe most overlooked aspect of a renovation is that you have to live through the construction of your project. We do a lot of main floor k...
Bill GagneAug 29, 20188 minIncome Property: Planning for a basement apartment With real estate prices booming, requests for basement apartment renovations are in higher demand. Home buyers are looking for ways to o...
Bill GagneAug 29, 20183 min4 Features for a Better Basement RenoThe overwhelming majority of our basement finishing projects are for clients with young children who want to increase their living space ...
Bill GagneAug 29, 20183 minCash vs Contracts: Saving $ Can Cost $$$!!2 weeks ago, I got a call from a young woman asking me how much we would charge to replace some stairs. I figured this was your normal ov...
Bill GagneAug 29, 20184 minIkea Kitchens: The Good, the Bad and the UglyEvery year, Ikea has it’s kitchen cabinet sale and budget conscious DIY’ers everywhere debate if they should redo their kitchen. But are ...
Bill GagneAug 29, 20182 min3 Tips for a Better Paint JobWhether it’s to finish of a major renovation project or just to refresh your existing space, painting is a project anyone can take on. On...
Bill GagneAug 29, 20183 min3 Features for a Better Bathroom RenoBathrooms are by far, the most popular renovation project we undertake. Here are 3 simple features that can make your bathroom project mo...
Bill GagneAug 29, 20184 minHow to Plan a RenovationWhether you’re going to hire a contractor, do-it-yourself or do a mix of the two, a good plan makes for a happier renovation. A successfu...