Whole-Home Renovation
A whole-home renovation is the most comprehensive residential construction project possible — a systematic transformation of an entire house encompassing structural improvements, mechanical system upg
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A whole-home renovation is the most comprehensive residential construction project possible — a systematic transformation of an entire house encompassing structural improvements, mechanical system upgrades, building envelope enhancement, and complete interior and exterior finishing.
In New Brunswick, whole-home renovations are particularly relevant because of the province's older housing stock: according to Census data, over 40% of NB homes were built before 1980, with many featuring outdated electrical systems (60-amp or fuse panels), original plumbing, inadequate insulation (R-12 walls, R-20 attic), single-pane windows, and layouts that no longer meet modern living standards.
Rather than selling an older NB home at a discount and competing in a tight real estate market, a whole-home renovation allows homeowners to bring their existing property to modern standards for comfort, energy efficiency, safety, and aesthetics — often at a lower per-square-foot cost than new construction.
What's Included
- Complete gut renovation — strip to studs and rebuild with modern materials and methods
- Structural assessment and reinforcement — foundation repair, beam replacement, load-bearing wall modification
- Full electrical system upgrade — 200-amp panel, new wiring, code-compliant circuits throughout
- Complete plumbing system replacement — copper or PEX supply lines, ABS drain system
- HVAC system design and installation — high-efficiency furnace, heat pump, HRV ventilation
- Building envelope upgrade — insulation to NB energy code, new windows, vapour barrier, air sealing
- Kitchen and bathroom renovation as part of the integrated whole-home plan
- Exterior renovation — siding, roofing, windows, doors, soffit, fascia, and eavestrough
- Interior design coordination — flooring, trim, paint, lighting, and fixture selection throughout
- Project management — single point of contact coordinating all trades, inspections, and timelines
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