Home Renovation Blog

Living in a small home with little space can be difficult, especially if someone you live with someone who has mobility issues. If you have been considering moving to a new home to better accommodate a family member you should reconsider, as it is far easier to work with...

Just because you are working with a professional renovations team in Ottawa doesn’t mean you can’t find eco-friendly ways to improve your home. Here are six ways you can make your renovations eco-friendly: Reuse You know the term “Reduce, Reuse and Recycle“; well it now includes “Rethink”. When adding...

Many home owners tend to overlook the bathroom, and end up leaving this renovation until the end. However, having an updated bathroom can add a lot of style and class to your home. A luxurious bathroom can offer a welcome oasis at the end of the day and make...

Ottawa home owners seek kitchen renovations for many purposes, from sheer aesthetics to a need for more space or storage. Here are seven creative ways to improve your kitchen with renovations: 1. Add an Island When you are in desperate need of a more functional kitchen an island can...

When you’re ready to plan those long awaited renovations, you want everything to go as smoothly as possible. That means when hiring contractors you want to be certain you are looking for all the right qualifications and qualities. Here are a few things to look for when hiring a...

Kitchen renovations get get complicated, learning the risks can help you to steer clear of the wrong contractor Hiring contractors from Kijiji can lower your up front costs, but that’s just it…..in many cases they end up costing you more.  Avoid kitchen renovation financial devastation.  Too many stories out...

Basement remodeling in Ottawa is rising in popularity for a number of reasons. Basement renovations are a far more affordable way to add much needed living space as they do not involve costs associated with additions. They also offer an excellent cost value ratio at 77 percent*. This is...

A common problem we tend to run into a lot at RenosGroup is drywall in wet areas.  Here are some reasons why you shouldn’t install drywall behind shower walls. While installing shower surrounds and bathtub walls over drywall is technically possible, it’s a recipe for disaster. That’s because drywall is...

Happy Friday everyone! This weekend looks like its going to be very hot with a lot of humidity…I hope you have an air conditioner. Although, we focus on kitchen and bathroom renovations, I could not let these air conditioning tips go unread. Probably the easiest and most important tip...

A definite consideration for your next kitchen renovation………A perfect solution for those who have a real hard time controlling those pesky late night snack urges !  Omega Cabinetry now offers a remote control cabinet lock for its cabinetry to protect personal documents, valuables, alcohol and cleaning supplies.  A single...

An architect explains how he plans to remodel a bathroom for accessibity by Duncan McPherson Remodeling an existing house presents many design challenges. Modern living requires different functions and spaces than a house built 50, 20, or even 10 years ago. Designing homes and remodels that consider long-term livability...

What a fantastic renovation product for those who can’t find any storage place in your bathroom …….which we ALL know is NOT unusual.   This product can even be used in a kitchen pantry for even more storage capability. ODL Inc. has invented On Hand In-Door Storage and Communication system....