In our opinion, an architect or experienced designer should be hired. After all, you will spend a significant amount of money whether the project ends up looking good or not. So you might as well spend the time in design. An engineer should review and approve structural drawings. Caspi Service Group, our architects and designers coordinate closely with the necessary consultants along with our in-house building team.

There are many reasons we prefer this model, but the top among them is accountability and seamless coordination. After all, it is tough for one of our departments to point the finger at the other – we are all one team. Having both sides at the table from the beginning prevents costly and aggravating errors in design and construction.

This is a question we cannot properly answer here. However, we can typically give realistic ballpark estimates after reviewing photos and a phone call. Send us a note with some photos, and we’ll be in touch.

There will be plenty to do, and we are here to walk you through the process. Generally, if you can communicate your needs clearly from the start (what you need and want to get out of the project) we are able to guide you through the process including researching the zoning feasibility, guiding you to the appropriate design, and providing you with accurate estimates and realistic timelines. Having a small number of inspirational images at the initial design consultation doesn’t hurt either.

This will mostly depend on your equity situation and how much additional value you will be adding to the house. With strong home appreciation in the Province of Ontario, the answer is almost always yes. We are able to connect you with our partner banks and mortgage lenders that can explain your options.