OUR CORE VALUES

Emphasizing our holistic building approach and using our 5 pillars, we minimize the environmental impact of your renovation while maximizing the energy efficiency and indoor health of your home.

1. RESPONSIBLE WASTE MANAGEMENT:

We begin every project by preparing a custom waste diversion plan to ensure all reusable and recyclable materials are diverted from landfill. By following our custom plans, we consistently surpass the LEED Canada for Homes waste management requirements for project waste diversion.

Did you know?
The average diversion rate for renovation and construction waste in Ontario is only 12%

2. CAREFUL AND INFORMED MATERIAL SELECTIONS:

We believe that a healthy home is the sum of its parts. Like a healthy ecosystem, your home should be built with materials that ensure the overall health of its occupants – namely your family. Many of our clients know what type of sustainable flooring and countertops are available but what about conventional drywall and adhesives? We have greener alternatives for all projects materials and can help you make informed selections.

Did you know?
40% of the world’s materials are used by the building industry

3. EFFICIENT DESIGN AND USE OF RESOURCES:

Responsible use of our natural resources is important. We try to install smart fixtures whenever possible to reduce energy waste and save you money. We work with specialists in every industry to offer you the very best value for your dollar when it comes to choosing windows, lighting and plumbing fixtures, and HVAC equipment.

Did you know?
By installing a copper Power-Pipe on your plumbing stack like the one opposite, you can expect to save 40% on your water heating costs

 

 

4. ENSURING HEALTHY INDOOR AIR QUALITY:

A healthy indoor environment is very important for families and especially for kids. As we spend 90% of our time indoors, it is important to minimize potential sources of indoor air pollutants while using technologies that ensure proper ventilation and fresh air supply. Our in-house experts can help you choose healthy materials to limit potential volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and also help you specify proper HVAC equipment.

Did you know?
According to the U.S. Environment Protection Agency, some VOCs are linked to cancer

5. SMART TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM SITE:

We strive to minimize our carbon emissions in our transportation to and from your jobsite. In addition to the environmental benefits associated with smart transportation, we’re sure your neighbours will appreciate it as well; typical construction projects can fill the streets with trucks, making parking difficult for neighbourhood residents.

Did you know?
After public transit, the second most common way for our crew to get to our renovation projects is by bicycle