These links to other Web site resources have been recommended by consumers, GVHBA members, and other the building industry experts. Our goal is to provide you with good quality information that helps you through the renovation process.

Some of these Web sites may contain certain information that is not specifically relevant to our Lower Mainland climate and buildings. Be sure to confirm details with your local professionals.

Please feel free to send us your recommendations for other good Web site resources that we might add to this list by using the handy Feedback Form.

Choosing A Professional Renovator

• Get It In Writing: Jon Eakes and CHBA on the value of having a contract
• Canadian Home Builders' Association: Articles to help you find the right renovator

Construction Process

• B4Ubuild: A description of the complete home building process (good for larger renovations)
• National Association of Home Builders: An overview of the basic construction process
   

Design Considerations

• The Architectural Institute of BC: Resources to assist the public 
• The Interior Designers Institute of BC: Information and a resource directory
• BC Ready-Mixed Concrete Association: A resource for concrete considerations

Energy, Health and Safety 

• Natural Resources Canada: General Information, Order documents from the virtual library
• BC Hydro Power Smart: Energy efficiency information
• Terasen Gas: Ways to save energy around your home
• CMHC:  Healthy Housing and indoor air quality resources
• Energuide: Canadian government resource site for energy efficient programs and products

Financial Considerations

• CMHC: Financial assistance offerings from CMHC
• Canadian Home Builders' Association: An article explaining common financing options

More Links To Renovation Resources

• Jon Eakes: Renovation information that relates to building technology
• Google Directory: Here are a number of links to various home improvement resources

Planning

• CHMC: Things to consider when assessing your renovation project
• Ontario Home Builders' Association: Homeowners Guide To The Standard Renovation Process
• My Home Reno: Renovation Roadmap resource site from Canadian government organizations
• Planning and development information:  Links to GVRD cities' Web sites

• National Kitchen & Bath Association: Design guidelines for safety and functionality

   

Terminology

• The Glossarist: A wide variety of different construction glossaries
• CMHC: Overview of personnel and roles in Canada’s construction system

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