Découvrez nos conseils pratiques pour un ménage du printemps réussi et préparez votre maison à l’arrivée des beaux jours. Astuces et checklist!

Enfiler votre manteau avant de partir au travail vous fait déjà rêver au retour du beau temps ? Inutile de désespérer : les températures plus douces arriveront plus vite qu’on ne le pense.

Ménage du printemps : comment préparer votre maison pour son arrivée

Découvrez comment optimiser le marketing de votre entreprise de construction grâce à des stratégies efficaces pour attirer davantage de clients.

Vous pensez que le marketing d’une entreprise de construction est complexe à mettre en place ? Détrompez-vous. Le marketing dans la construction répond aux grands principes qui gouvernent toute la mercatique.

Comment améliorer le marketing de votre entreprise de construction ?

Agrandissement de maison à Toronto et à Montréal : découvrez les règles, prix, permis et tendances 2026 pour réussir votre projet.

Vous vous sentez à l'étroit ? Vous rêvez d'une pièce supplémentaire ou d'un étage de plus pour agrandir votre espace ? Afin de déterminer si ce projet est réaliste, vous devez mettre en œuvre la planification de votre agrandissement, en explorant les options et les prix. Si vous souhaitez entreprendre ce type de projet de rénovation, nous sommes là pour répondre à vos questions les plus importantes.

Combien coûte un agrandissement de maison à Toronto et à Montréal ? Guide 2026

Home renovation projects require plenty of research, careful planning,&nbsp;and detailed steps. Applying for a building permit is just one of the required necessities. Building permits cannot be overlooked, and depending on where you’re living, the forms, fees and documentation needed will vary. We’re here to offer a way to help you navigate fees for building permits in the city of Toronto.

It’s crucial that if you’re taking on a renovation project, you abide by the law and follow the rules and regulations within your municipality. This will save you a serious headache later, and ensure that your renovation can go forward without (too many) bumps in the road.

How much do building permits cost? Toronto Edition!

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Now, before you lift up a hammer&nbsp;and gather nails, you’re going to want to get the process started on your building permit application. When it comes to understanding the steps required for a Toronto renovation, the <a href="https://www.toronto.ca/services-payments/building-construction/apply-for-a-building-permit/building-permit-regulations/" target="_blank">Building Code Act</a> is the place to begin. The Build Code Act states that a building permit is required for any construction and/or demolition of a new building, and addition or material alteration. These alterations include material structures and not just buildings alone.

This means that taking on pretty much any renovation project is going to require a permit. Even if you feel like the renovation you’re planning is on the small or simple side of things, chances are you should still look into permit requirements. There’s a long list of jobs which will definitely need a permit, no matter what, and they are as follows:

We’d recommend walking into your local municipal office or checking with your city planner to make sure your project requires a permit. In a nutshell, if you plan to do jobs that won’t really require structural changes, such as finishing a basement, installing additional insulation or roof vents, it’s likely you will not need a permit.

What’s the cost of a building permit in Toronto?

Building permit fees in Toronto are calculated by a specific formula and will come down to the perimeters of your project. The formula for calculating a permit cost is as follows:

SI stands for Service Index of the proposed work and A stands for the floor area of m2 in the work involved. Confusing? As we stated, it will be important to get all of the specifications of your project in order to calculate the exact cost of your permit. If you’re having difficulty with this step, we’d suggest working with a professional in the field such as a general contractor or an architect.

Further, there is a minimum permit fee for Toronto-based renovations, and in 2019 all work regardless of size, style or dimension will cost $198.59.

If your renovation project requires inspection or an examination of sorts, you'll be charged an hourly rate of $85.79.

So, you’ve got a bit of a better idea of how to calculate the cost of a renovation permit in Toronto. Now what? You’re going to have to gather some documentation together in order to get your project rolling. The things you’ll need to move forward with your permit application fee are as follows:

All of your paperwork should be brought to the Toronto City Council, and following this, you’ll play the waiting game. Do bear in mind that your building permit approval will take time to come through. There will also be a review period that'll&nbsp;take place during your renovation process, and this will help the city ensure that you’re on the right track.

It’s also important to remember that Toronto is a big city and depending on where you live, the wait time for your permit approval will vary. It could be anywhere between two weeks and two months, especially if the renovation you’re planning is quite large or you're living&nbsp;in a quickly developing neighbourhood. Once you have received approval for your renovation project, do take precautions to abide by any on-site inspections or regulations. Again, building process inspections are mandatory, so do make sure to have the contractor you’re working with book these or take the booking on yourself.&nbsp;Happy renovating!

Curious about the trends for the Ontario construction industry? Check out our article on the subject!

Over the past few years, the Canadian economy has experienced highs and lows that have affected many sectors. Regarding the construction industry specifically, constraints and changes have occurred as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, a dip in available skilled labour, as well as the rise of material costs. With the pandemic still looming, what trends can the industry expect in 2022?

Construction Industry Trends for Ontario in 2022

If you’re a fan of simple yet refined decors, designing your renovations with wood in mind might be just the thing! Here are 10 beautiful examples. 

We’ve said it once, and we’ll say it again: The simplest or most subtle details will often be the ones that most impact your decor. Little touch-ups here and there like painting over walls and kitchen cabinets, or adding shelves are practical tips for those who’d rather avoid extensive renovation projects.

10 Ways to Refurbish a Room with Wood

Learn about the benefits of refacing kitchen cabinets and the methods used to give them a good sprucing.

After living in your home for some time, it’s normal to long for a change. If you’re not looking to make a huge move or take on something complicated, then you should consider smaller renovation projects. There are rooms you spend a lot of time in, and the kitchen is one of them. Specifically, many homeowners grow tired of their kitchen cabinets; the colour, the finish, or both. Luckily, through a process called “refacing,” you can offer your cabinets a second chance without investing in a whole new set.

The Benefits of Refacing Your Kitchen Cabinets

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