VERGEbuilders Incorporated

12/16/2014

The New Year begins for VERGEbuilders at the Trainyards in Ottawa with building a brand new Old Navy store.

Do you see the 3 small figures at the very back of the picture? Yes, those are adult men.

The store is 14,400 square feet with 30 foot ceilings. This job will take 10 weeks to complete.

12/15/2014

VERGEbuilders team at our 2014 Christmas Party.

11/30/2014

Pre Century Home update. Before and After of the 150 year old hardwood floor finished by VERGEbuilders.

11/30/2014

An addition of a roof.

10/05/2014

Check out this article!

VERGEbuilders is profiled with the article citing "the natural wood bar" as "the centre piece" for this business.

See the table the owner is sitting at? Made by Steve Verge & Rob Shannon as well.

All pieces made by VERGEbuilders from raw wood, on site, without plans.

If you want to check out the pictures of the bar you can view them here under "Photos" or go to www.vergebuilders.ca

The Bourbon Barrel Saloon is open at George and King streets

09/28/2014

The wrap around porch is coming along well! Some minor details and it will be finished. This week VERGEbuilders is posting some before and after shots. At this stage of the renovation & restoration it is sometimes hard to see what changes occurred. Take a look at the little details that will creates the beauty of keeping the home original and restored as possible.

09/19/2014

It seems SO cold lately! Frost, really? But, VERGEbuilders isn't afraid of the cold!

Last winter in the sub zero, absolute freezing temperatures and crazy precipitation, we built a gorgeous 2 storey addition to an established family home of 6 overlooking the river in Lakefield.

We're booking up fast but always excited to grow to accommodate to your wishes and needs if you are ready to take your home or business one step further to where you imagine it to be!

Check out my website www.vergebuilders.ca for pictures!

AND...give me a call if you want a quote. (It doesn't have to be a Pre Century Log Home!)

Local: 705 772 9844
Toll free: 1 855 837 4321

09/16/2014

Here are the bare bones. Thanks to my wife Tracy for taking the pictures each week as I spend the important time with my clients to do this renovation just as they imagine. As well as to my VERGEbuilders team; Rob, Perry and our newest addition Brennan. Please click on each photo as it tours you in order to help you understand the renovation. Enjoy!!

09/14/2014

There are more questions to ask then what is the price of the project you want completed in your home.

To ensure that you are getting the result you want with the least amount of stress or worry, consider the following questions:

PROOF OF INSURANCE AND WSIB COVERAGE

- If your contractor doesn't have appropriate insurance you are on the hook if someone gets hurt or they do damage to your home or place of business. You are at risk for lawsuits

WHEN CAN YOU START?

- If they can start tomorrow, ask for references.

- Ask for references anyways!

- Generally, anyone worth hiring is booking in advance. If they are sitting at home waiting for your phone call, chances are there is a reason.

HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE?

- Make sure the time frame you are quoted includes the time it takes to obtain plans and permits which can be up to 6 weeks depending on how busy the draftsperson is. A building permit usually takes 2 weeks.

- If they give you a timeline; for example, 2 weeks, ask if that is 2 consecutive weeks or will it be a total of 2 weeks with the job being completed in 14 days over a 2 month period. Some companies will take your deposit, start the demolition and leave to another job for an undefined period of time. This is not acceptable.

- Always add a few days for unforeseen circumstances. Don't book your house warming BBQ to show your friends the new reno's on Day 14...it may be Day 15 or 16 before your home is the masterpiece you envisioned, if done right.

HAVE THE MATERIALS ON HAND BEFORE DEMOLITION BEGINS.

- You don't want to find out that your bathroom is demolished and the toilet, sink and shower unit haven't been ordered yet.

ASK FOR THE PROFESSIONAL QUOTE ON COMPANY LETTER HEAD DETAILING THE SCOPE OF WORK.

- Don't accept a sticky note with a hand written list and a price.

AFTER ASKING ALL OF THESE QUESTIONS, DO YOU FEEL LIKE YOU CAN TRUST THIS PERSON. GO WITH YOUR GUT.

- If you have this nagging feeling that you are considering someone who is talking smoke and mirrors, then chances are you are.

09/11/2014

Good news on the demolition of the Pre Century Home!!

After tearing up all the layers of makeup the home was layered with in past years we found that the original wall, ceiling and floor are in good shape!! This will help enhance the original look of the home.

I am looking forward to sharing pictures.

09/09/2014

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09/08/2014

Here is your weekly update on the transformation of the extensive renovations to this gorgeous Pre Century log home.

The covered porch is almost done & demolition inside started as well.

The homeowners already had the pleasure of sitting on their covered porch this week to enjoy the thunder & lightening show we experienced Friday night. (and they didn't get wet!!)

If you look at the 1st picture, imagine the wall to the left taken down to open up the space. Behind that wall a custom Kitchen created & installed by Lignum By Design (owned by my wife Tracy, www.lignum.ca) will take place.

The main part of the room you see will become the dining area which will have new wooden windows & a door which will open to the new wrap around covered porch.

The homeowners are still in the process of deciding whether to have the exterior wood of the windows painted black or kept as is to give it the weathered look the rest of the house has.

Stay tuned next week for the exciting changes that happen throughout this week.

08/31/2014

The base for the new covered porch has been added as VERGEbuilders starts on the Pre Century log home renovation. Stay tuned to see what cool things we create with it this week coming.

08/23/2014

Built over 150 years ago, this pre Century log home is one of the first settlement homes in the area. The homeowners have decided it's time to update their abode. To begin the renovations the homeowners have decided to add a covered wrap around porch, take the main floor kitchen dining room area back to the original log walls & plank floors with a brand new kitchen renovation, re-do of the main floor bathroom with a claw foot tub & update the 2nd floor bathroom. Pictures will be posted weekly of the renovations. Enjoy.

08/17/2014

Ways to fix up your home and get back your money when you sell.

08/14/2014

Are you thinking about or planning to finish your basement? Building a deck? Placing an addition onto your existing structure? Renovating your kitchen? Adding or renovating a bathroom? Creating an 'in-law' suite?

This takes a lot of planning & legwork before the actual project can begin. The pre-planning & planning process ensures that the final product is exactly what you want & the day you see it in it's completion you can feel good about it & enjoy it for years to come.

As building codes & rules become increasingly stricter it is very important to start planning 6 months ahead.

Consider the following steps when planning:

1. An appointment at the site of where the work is happening with the Contractor to share your dreams, wishes & thoughts. Initial measurements & considerations by the Contractor are taken at this time.

2. Having a certified professional create drawings which will produce the plans on 'official' paper you have in your mind & in pictures.

3. Applying for a building permit. Applying for a building permit requires a submission of a final set of drawings for the township or city to review so they can approve & issue the permit.

4. Follow up appointment with the Contractor to determine if anything as been added or eliminated from the project since the last meeting & final drawings.

5. Ordering supplies to begin the work once the follow up appointment is complete. The supplies should be ordered at this time to ensure the right ones are ordered & there is no delay once the job starts.

It is so hard to wait for something you wanted for so long. Remember, this is a long term commitment. Taking the time to make sure it is done right will have you more satisfied with the outcome.

08/07/2014

Without drawings, created from scratch, on site by the creative minds & talent of Steve Verge & Rob Shannon of VERGEbuilders.

08/06/2014

As VERGEbuilders & its teams prepare to begin a 2nd storey addition in Blackstock & a home reno including a custom kitchen by & deck in Keene, over the next 8 weeks I am making Ottawa home as I Site Supervise a 10,000 square foot new Gap store. More quotes going out tonight. VERGEbuilders is very thankful for the business.

08/05/2014

This is a post by Steve's wife Tracy.

VERGEbuilders will update shortly on what's been happening & what's up & coming but a funny moment that shows how good Steve Verge of VERGEbuilders really is.....

We are watching "Flip or Flop" on HGTV, the hosts of the show are Real Estate Agents who purchase homes to flip.

Upon initial viewing they estimate reno's to be about $20,000-$25,000 before they bring 3 contractors in to estimate cost to completion in order to list for sale & profit. Before they give their on site estimates Steve (mind you he is watching it on TV & not seeing it live) says...it'll cost $60,000.

The 3 quotes came in between $55,000-$60,000. Well done!!

Know that Steve's quotes are his quotes. He knows his stuff.

07/14/2014

Check out vergebuilders.ca If you haven't had a chance, take a walk to the corner of George St & King St to pet Samson & Belle (they are standing at the door just waiting for you to visit!!).

While you're there, peak in, say hi. Check out the largest bar created from scratch on site in Peterborough.

http://vergebuilders.ca/VERGEBUILDERS/COMMERCIAL_GALLERIES/Pages/BOURBON_BARREL_SALOON.html

06/19/2014

VERGEbuilders is growing again!! Now taking major credit cards via Square and PayPal! No cost to you.

Collect points on your credit card for the vacation you have been wanting to take while you design, renovate & create your dream home or business. A win-win!

Call me to set up an appointment for a free quote 705 772 9844.

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