Addendum November 2015: Currently putting an addition onto same home as Braveheart worked on in 2008. In addition to two flaws that revealed themselves shortly after the Braveheart work was done (improper drainage in basement causing sewage smell and improper roofing causing perpetual leaking into second floor window and subsequently into main floor powder room every time it rains) we have recently uncovered two distressing problems 1) inadequate insulation in roof R20 v R60 and 2) inadequate footing dimensions such that the concrete did not extend to the outer walls of the house except in a few places and there was an absence of grout along the outer portion of the walls. Very glad our house didn't shift or collapse! All the work of sub-trades, but all under management of Braveheart (and City inspector I might add!) Due to new revelations that impacted our comfort, energy efficiency, and safety, I can no longer highly recommend Braveheart.
Jan. 2009: Bill recently completed a full interior renovation for our 1920's North Toronto home. While my husband (a serious handyman with separate day job) poured over the construction details, my interest was more in whether I could trust the team, care of the property, consideration for the neighbours, keeping to timelines, and attention to the details and aesthetics. To ALL these points, I can truly say Bill and his team were absolute professionals. They were trustworthy and efficient, and really really nice. Bill worked with us on each detail and offered experienced recommendations as well as finding us significant cost savings (over $5000 for one room underpinning system alone).
My favourite part of the whole home reno experience was one I wasn't expecting. Laura, Bill's wife and business partner, provided us with additional support that I don't believe other contractor services offer. Laura gave us priority sequenced "to dos" so we could keep in time with the project. She sourced out materials such as flooring, countertops, etc. and was with us at the showrooms to guide us. She recommended a kitchen place that we thought would be out of our budget, but actually came in the best of all kitchen places we compared (in service, price and product). They were also outstanding. Best of all, Bill and Laura were there all the time. We always knew where to find them, who was coming in when, what was being done, and they answered even the most mundane of questions with respect. Even with the Bravehart home renovation complete, Bill and Laura continue to follow-up with us! I absolutely recommend Bill, Laura, and the Bravehart Team to anyone looking for outstanding service and an expertly constructed, beautiful home. In fact, I already have.
- Approximate cost of services:
- $200,000.00