Hiring a Contractor
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 ...
![Does RBQ Verification Guarantee Quality and Trust?](https://www.renoassistance.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/chantier-de-renovation-1024x384.jpg)
![Who to Hire: A General or Specialized Contractor?](https://www.renoassistance.ca/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/general-vs-specialized-contractor-1024x382.png)
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? ...
![Choosing a Contractor: 16 Questions to Ask Before Settling on the “One”](https://www.renoassistance.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/renoassistance-contractor.jpg)
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 ...
![Quebec Residents: All You Need To Know About Re Openings in The Renovation Sector](https://www.renoassistance.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/closed-due-to-covid-19-1024x382.jpg)
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced Québec to put itself on hold for public safety. Given that the situation seems to be getting better, the Legault government recently announced a new ...
![Choosing a Contractor: When Is The Time To Start Planning?](https://www.renoassistance.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/happy-couple-on-the-phone-and-searching-on-the-internet-1024x382.jpg)
Do you have a interior or exterior renovation project to do and don't know where to find contractors? It's important to know that the best contractors are very busy, so ...
![Building or Buying a New Home: Which Is Best?](https://www.renoassistance.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/construire-ou-acheter-4-1024x382.jpg)
Purchasing new property is always exciting, but it's also a decision that requires a lot of thought. Should you buy a new home from a home building company, a lot ...
![Save Money on Your Home Renovation by Hiring a Contractor Off-Season](https://www.renoassistance.ca/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/entrepreneur-sur-chantier-r--no-assistance-1024x533.jpg)
It's wintertime, and most contractors are still in hibernation mode. But if you’re the type to take advantage of end-of-season sales, then it’s the perfect time for you to start ...
![Renovation Quotes: 5 Essential Things To Look For](https://www.renoassistance.ca/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/construction-contract-1-1024x381.jpg)
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 ...
![12 Questions to Ask Your Contractor](https://www.renoassistance.ca/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/verified-contractor-renoassistance.jpg)
One of the main advantages of working with RenoAssistance is that we connect you with our 53-point Verified Contractors. Their licences are up to date, they have valid insurance, and ...
![Renovation Infographic: Canadian IPSOS Survey Uncovers Toronto’s Woes](https://www.renoassistance.ca/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/ipsosipad_an-2-1024x533.jpg)
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 ...
![6 Things You Need to Know Before Checking a Contractor’s RBQ Licence](https://www.renoassistance.ca/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/Webp.net-resizeimage-26-1024x532.jpg)
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 ...
![Best Kitchen Renovators in Toronto & Montreal](https://www.renoassistance.ca/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/Kitchen-wooden-1024x534.jpg)
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 ...
![How to Choose a Contractor for Your Renovation Project](https://www.renoassistance.ca/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/shutterstock_420942433-1024x536.png)
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 ...
![Infographic: Confidence in Renovation Contractors](https://www.renoassistance.ca/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Header_infographie_blog-1024x683.png)
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 ...
![Yes, You Should Pay a Fair Price for Your Renovations!](https://www.renoassistance.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Hand-adding-numbers-on-a-calculator-on-top-of-a-stack-of-invoices.jpg)
Whenever I did renovations in the past, my goal was to get the best possible price. I would get estimates from two or three contractors and then simply choose the ...