Monday, December 10, 2012

To build, or to renovate? That is the question.


Renovate or start from scratch? Here are a couple of factors to consider:

Get an estimate - Before you commit to a renovation, get an estimate so you have a sense of costs. Do the same thing for pricing on building a new home.

Find a good contractor - Make sure you find a contractor who knows the demolishing and renovation costs so they can accurately predict to you how much the trades will charge for labour and materials. This applies to a new build and to the renovation.

Incentives - Rebates are offered by the government for home renovations, and can really benefit small scale-upgrades.

Eco-friendliness - Think green, there's nothing greener than working with what you already have. Doing a renovation to upgrade your home using sensible materials is almost always a better environmental option, than demolishing your existing home and sending it to the landfill.

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Why Install Radiant Heat?


Installing Radiant Heat has more benefits than just keeping your feet warm in winter.
Lower thermostat settings – You will quickly notice you can lower your thermostat and remain comfortable. In most cases you can lower your average thermostat set point by up to 4 percent. This can mean a lower energy bill.
Heat distribution – Since heat naturally rises, displacing cool air above, radiant heat evenly distributes warmth through your home with a steady and even temperature. It uses the natural circulation of heat within a room to warm it, as opposed to forced-air heating.
Clean air – Radiant heating does not promote the movement of allergens compared to a forced air system. In fact forced air systems can be sources of allergens and dust particles in a home.
Consider installing infloor radiant heating in your future kitchen, bathroom, or full home renovation. At Coordinated Kitchen and Bath we work primarily with NuHeat.