Monthly Archives: June 2009

Tripled dumping fees = “midnight haulers”

By Klondike Contracting posted on June 12, 2009 | Comments Off

The cost of dumping small loads of garbage at Metro Vancouver transfer stations is going to triple by summer, while tipping fees for larger loads will remain at $71 a tonne.  Due to fewer housing starts, waste generation by the construction industry has been significantly reduced.  Although we have no reason to believe tipping fees … Read More

Permitting: Planning to Pass

By Garth Lagasse posted on June 11, 2009 | Comments Off

For any renovation you are planning to do, regardless of the size of your project, always check with your city first and foremost if a permit is required.  This process should not be bypassed if you wish to prevent a stop work order.  Renovations are stressful enough so do your work in advance so you … Read More

Builders Lien vs Deficiency Holdbacks

By Burton Hartmann posted on June 10, 2009 | Comments Off

We hope this video will answer some of our clients’ questions regarding this topic.  For more clarity, please also visit www.bclaws.ca and CMHC’s website.

Parade of Homes

By Klondike Contracting posted on June 9, 2009 | Comments Off

The Greater Vancouver Home Builders’ Association (GVHBA) Renovation Council invites the public to tour 17 professionally renovated homes in Burnaby, Coquitlam, Delta, Mission, New Westminster, North Vancouver, Surrey and Vancouver on Sunday, June 14 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.  This is a great opportunity to gather ideas and narrow your preferences for your own home design. The 16th annual Parade … Read More

Homes Designed For an Ever-Changing Lifestyle

By Annaliesse Kelly posted on June 6, 2009 | Comments Off

Good home design begins with an understanding of how people live in their homes. Regardless of your needs many new home builders are offering plans and designs that meet the needs of today’s consumers, using modern technology to build homes that are attractive, highly functional and feel good to live in. These days, you can … Read More

Insulation = Increased energy efficiency & sustainable design

By Klondike Contracting posted on June 5, 2009 | Comments Off

Icynene manufactures its products with three objectives in mind – to create Healthier, Quieter, More Energy Efficient® indoor environments. Icynene’s products are suitable for steel- or wood- framed residential or commercial construction. Every Icynene product is created so that trade professionals and homeowners can reap the benefits of a comfortable, energy efficient and healthier indoor … Read More