The Journal

Straight answers on renovation planning, budgets, and permits.

Notes from the field — what actually matters when you're planning a renovation in Vancouver.

Roof inspection checklist
Maintenance

7 roof warning signs before the fall rains hit

A pre-season checklist that can save you from an emergency call in November.

May 30, 2026 · 4 min read
Home addition permit paperwork
Permits

How long permits actually take in Metro Vancouver

Municipality-by-municipality timelines, and how to avoid the most common delay.

May 12, 2026 · 5 min read
Deck construction materials
Materials

Cedar vs. composite decking: what actually holds up

Five years of maintenance data from decks we've built and maintained.

April 22, 2026 · 5 min read
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