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Not many people would think that a 4 year-old-home needs to undergo a big renovation... However, in this special episode, we uncover some of the poor installments and other deficiencies of a newly-built home in Vernon, BC. For more information, check out our website: www.smithandsons.ca Follow us on all of our social platforms! LinkedIn Instagram Facebook Twitter YouTube

In today's episode, we hear from Janice - a Smith & Sons client. Janice recently hired Smith & Sons to renovate a bonus living area in her home that she refers to as her "woman cave"! Janice talks about how working with Smith & Sons was an "easy and smooth" experience, and raves about the wonderful fixed price contract and completion date. With Smith & Sons, you know exactly what you're getting, exactly how much it will cost, and when it will be completed by! No surprises. For more information, check out our website: www.smithandsons.ca Follow us on all of our social platforms! LinkedIn Instagram Facebook Twitter YouTube

Do you ever feel like when your house is cluttered, your brain feels cluttered? Vernon designer Carley Rangen joins us in the studio again to chat about some creative ways you can declutter your space without having to get rid of all your beloved items! We also talk budgeting as it relates to the priorities of the homeowner, along with ways of beautifying your home with items that are meaningful to YOU. As humans, it is natural for us to be wary of change. However, Carley gives us insight on how to make it an enjoyable and rewarding experience (with many laughs along the way)! Find Carley at Olive Tree Interior Designs! Website: https://olivetreeinteriordesigns.com Instagram: @olivetreeinteriordesigns For more information, visit the Smith & Sons website Follow us on all of our social platforms! LinkedIn Instagram Facebook Twitter YouTube

Who wouldn't want their home to feel like a personalized oasis? Vernon-based designer Carley Rangen joins us in the studio to chat about a few innovative ways to "bring the outdoors in" with systems such as Nano Doors and other Biophilic Designs.  After all, we are creatures of the outdoors! With the pandemic's influence on how much time we spend at home, many homeowners are drawn towards ways of making their space more calming and enjoyable.  Carley is passionate about creating a sanctuary for the homeowner, all while adhering to their lifestyle and catering the design to who they really are and what they really want. Find Carley at Olive Tree Interior Designs! Website: https://olivetreeinteriordesigns.com Instagram: @olivetreeinteriordesigns For more information, visit the Smith & Sons website Follow us on all of our social platforms! LinkedIn Instagram Facebook Twitter YouTube

Caroline shares her client story and how her experience working with Smith & Sons was so enjoyable! You can see Caroline's full project video on the Smith & Sons homepage Follow us on all of our social platforms! LinkedIn Instagram Facebook Twitter YouTube

Why would you give your general contractor a blank cheque? Wouldn't you want the security of knowing the true cost of the project? Smith & Sons know what clients want: FIXED PRICE - You know exactly how much it will costLIST OF SPECIFICATIONS - You know exactly what you're gettingCOMPLETION DATE - You know when it will be completed by We know that if a client has these, they experience greater peace of mind, a feeling of security, and a higher level of satisfaction during both the pre-construction process and the construction phase itself. Max talks about the unknown factors of the popular COST-PLUS agreement and how this type of contract causes significant risk for the homeowner. In comparison, the FIXED PRICE agreement eliminates the unknowns and protects the homeowner - making it a much more trustworthy option for your renovation or building project. Eliminate the grey area - GET IT IN WRITING!! For more information, visit the Smith & Sons website Follow us on all of our social platforms! LinkedIn Instagram Facebook Twitter YouTube

In the second part of our conversation with Matt Glenn, we chat about the benefits of property investing. He's the consummate real estate professional, pleasing many clients in and around the Okanagan Valley in B.C. Need a real estate agent? Interested in reaching out to Matt Glen? Find him: Website: www.mattglen.ca E-mail: matt.glen@c21.ca Instagram: @mattglenrealestate For more information, visit the Smith & Sons website Follow us on all of our social platforms! LinkedIn Instagram Facebook Twitter YouTube

Cheryl shares her client story and how her experience working with Smith & Sons was so enjoyable! You can see Cheryl's full project video on the Smith & Sons homepage Follow us on all of our social platforms! LinkedIn Instagram Facebook Twitter YouTube

Undertaking a renovation or build project at home? Thinking about being your own General Contractor? You may want to think twice... Although we can appreciate the desire to be creative, take charge, and create something with our own hands, we need to also address the risks and dangers that come with DIY General Contracting. In today's episode, Max talks about a few realistic situations you can expect to encounter while undertaking your own general contracting endeavor. Cost overruns, unanticipated expenses, disrespectful attitudes you may encounter, and pure lack of experience are just some of the reasons you may want to think twice before you dive into your DIY journey. For more information, check out our website: www.smithandsons.ca Follow us on all of our social platforms! LinkedIn Instagram Facebook Twitter YouTube

Smith & Sons know what clients want:   FIXED PRICELIST OF SPECIFICATIONSCOMPLETION DATEWe know that if a client has these, they experience greater peace of mind, a feeling of security, and a higher level of satisfaction during both the pre-construction process and the construction phase itself. We chat about the pros and cons of the popular COST PLUS CONTRACT and the not-so-well-known FIXED PRICE AGREEMENT. This episode will knock the lid off this hot topic and hopefully remove some of the confusion around which building contract suits you best. For more information, visit our website Follow us on all of our social platforms! LinkedIn Instagram Facebook Twitter YouTube

In today's episode, we chat with Matt Glenn about what's up in the world of real estate. He's the consummate real estate professional, pleasing many clients in and around the Okanagan Valley in B.C. Need a real estate agent? Interested in reaching out to Matt Glen? Find him: Website: www.mattglen.ca E-mail: matt.glen@c21.ca Instagram: @mattglenrealestate For more information, check out our website: www.smithandsons.ca Follow us on all of our social platforms! LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/smith-&-sons-remodeling-experts-canada Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smithandsonscanada/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/smithandsonscanada Twitter: https://twitter.com/SmithnSonsNA

Gagan and Sarah share their client story and how their experience working with Smith & Sons was so enjoyable! You can see Gagan and Sarah on the Smith & Sons homepage. Follow us on all of our social platforms! LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/smith-&-sons-remodeling-experts-canada Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smithandsonscanada/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/smithandsonscanada Twitter: https://twitter.com/SmithnSonsNA