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Just wondering if anyone has suggestions for a contractor for home reno's in Brandon. We would like to build a bedroom in basement, add carpet to basement, re-model kitchen(flooring n cupboards) change the walling in girls room, maybe re-model downstairs bathroom and paint laundry room. First time home buyer and don't know much about reno's. Are estimates free? and also if anyone has tips for loans for home reno's, or cheaper ways(to save money) on materials and stuff, any ideas are welcome thanks!

Tyler 204-720-4630

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Call mike 204 859-0216

Call john at 204 901 3555

For a first time home buyer you've got alot of things on your plate!  
Bedroom in basement could be pretty inexpensive, but it depends if there is a window that meets egress code for a fire escape. Cutting through foundation isn't cheap.  
 
Expect to pay 6 - 15k for a standard bathroom remodel.  
 

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PJC said "For a first time home buyer you've got alot of things on your plate!   Bedroom in basement could be pretty inexpensive, but it depends if there is a window that meets egress code for a fire escape. Cutting through foundation isn't cheap.     Expect to pay 6 - 15k for a standard bathroom remodel.     "

where do you get a figure for this? Maybe if it is imported Italian tile and gold fixtures.

Call heritage wood working! They do amazing work!

They do free estimates too

if you want to get the look you want? flooring for example, but for a room the contractors should supply that?? right sorry if I sound stupid!

look for a contractor who will be transparent with you. for example they give you their price to "supply and install" all of the work (they will supply all items and install everything), for their quoted price plus profit.  
 
stick to a reputable general contractor who will coordinate all other installers such as flooring, plumbing, electrical etc and you won't have to be calling around town and scheduling all the different trades.  
 
as for selecting flooring and paint colours etc, yes you will be provided with options or you can present your own and they will price it out for you.  
 
get a written contract showing detailed INCLUSIONS and EXCLUSIONS of the contract. this will help if you want additional work done and they can tell you if they DID or DID NOT include that in the contract, and it should be black and white, no gray area as for what they will/will not do for the price. if there is a change to the contract, make sure they tell you what the fee will be (their cost + some profit) before they start the work. any reputable contractor will know all these procedures and should follow them to protect themselves and yourself.  
 
when doing renos, cheap is not the best way to go. quality and reputation is what gets you far. stick with someone who has MUCH experience so you know they will still be around for warranty work that may be required in the first year after completion.

jay8484 said "look for a contractor who will be transparent with you. for example they give you their price to "supply and install" all of the work (they will supply all items and install everything), for their quoted price plus profit.     stick to a reputable general contractor who will coordinate all other installers such as flooring, plumbing, electrical etc and you won't have to be calling around town and scheduling all the different trades.     as for selecting flooring and paint colours etc, yes you will be provided with options or you can present your own and they will price it out for you.     get a written contract showing detailed INCLUSIONS and EXCLUSIONS of the contract. this will help if you want additional work done and they can tell you if they DID or DID NOT include that in the contract, and it should be black and white, no gray area as for what they will/will not do for the price. if there is a change to the contract, make sure they tell you what the fee will be (their cost + some profit) before they start the work. any reputable contractor will know all these procedures and should follow them to protect themselves and yourself.     when doing renos, cheap is not the best way to go. quality and reputation is what gets you far. stick with someone who has MUCH experience so you know they will still be around for warranty work that may be required in the first year after completion. "

THank you for your input (Y)