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Congratulations! You have either bought a house and decided to renovate or repair it, or you made a decision to sell your home for a higher price. Both, a buyer or a seller, may start thinking of hiring a contractor.
There are two types of contractors: those who do everything the right way and those who do not. For example, they may offer lower prices as long as nothing is written down and you pay them in cash. These "under-the-table" deals bring much more risk for you. You should be aware of these risks before you make a hiring decision.
Follow these steps:-Know who you are dealing with
-Make sure you are protected from risks
-Get it in writing!
Nothing is legal unless it is in writing. So, before signing a contract, review a Sample Renovation Contract developed by Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) that provides a detailed review of common elements in a renovation contract.
 Click here to download Sample Contract.
The Ontario Ministry of Consumer and Business Services offers a useful on-line guide, Consumer Rights, that outlines
Ontario consumer protection laws.
- Here you will also find information on Land Titles Assurance Fund, scams, frauds.
Click here to see a list of Ontario laws that may apply to your situation.
Renovation Fact Sheet from CMHC.
Renovation and Building Costs
Now, start the process:Decide what type of contractor you needMake a searchInterviewCheck referencesGet bidsPut it in writing
Law Cases or What happened to others.
Search for Contractors
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