The renovation blog

The Régie du bâtiment du Québec’s (RBQ’s) mission is to protect consumers in the construction industry in Quebec. It ensures that the contractors it licenses have the right qualifications to practice …

Have a bathroom to remodel? Or are planning on extending your home with a garage addition? Who should you hire? Will a general contractor be best suited or a specialized contractor? …

Are you planning a full kitchen renovation, bathroom renovation, a basement remodel or even an entire home addition? Choosing the right contractor for your home renovation project isn’t something you should …

How do you find the perfect contractor for your renovation? A good place to start is with the quote. A common misconception is that the quote is just the price of …

As you already know, one of the main advantages of working with RenoAssistance is access to our 360° Verified Contractors. Their licences are up to date, they have valid insurance, any …

A national study conducted by Ipsos, in collaboration with RenoAssistance, reveals the top Canadian cities and regions in which working with contractors for renovations is nightmarish. Toronto holds first place when …

Checking a construction or renovation contractor’s RBQ licence may be in vain if you do not do it at the right time or based on an informed assessment. Informed consumer alert: …

As previously discussed in our article about the advantages of working with a kitchen design expert, in this article we look at the benefits of hiring a specialized kitchen renovator to …

Home renovation projects can be very stressful. Your home is a mess, you might have to move out, and you’re constantly paying bills for labour and materials. The best way to …

June 16, 2016  – As the renovation season hits its stride, a new survey shows that more than half of Quebecers polled don’t trust renovation contractors. According to this RenoAssistance survey …