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Canadian Contractor Article: Four Rules for Small Kitchens

Four Essential Rules for Small Kitchen Design by Christopher Smith In our latest feature on Canadian Contractor, I delve into the art and science of small kitchen design, a common challenge many of us face in the renovation industry. Drawing from years of experience with older homes in Toronto’s

Canadian Contractor Article: Leveraging Social Networks to Connect Contractors

Hiring Help: Leveraging Social Networks to Connect Contractors In a recent feature for Canadian Contractor, I explored the evolving landscape of hiring within the construction industry, mainly through the lens of social networks and innovative apps designed to connect contractors with skilled tradespeople. As the owner of Woodsmith Construction Inc.,

Canadian Contractor Feature Article: Pity Party Walls

Party Walls: Navigating the Challenges in Today’s Construction Landscape I delve into the complexities surrounding party walls in the June 2023 digital edition cover story for Canadian Contractor. This topic has become increasingly contentious in the context of urban development and renovation projects. As the owner of Woodsmith Construction Inc.,

Canadian Contractor Feature Article: Higher Value at the Lower Level

Unlocking Higher Value at the Lower Level: A Strategic Approach to Basement Renovations In the August 2023 cover story for Canadian Contractor, I shared insights into the transformative potential of basement renovations. As the housing landscape evolves, so does the approach to maximizing the utility and value of every square

CBC Interview: Navigating Supply and Labour Challenges in Ontario’s Construction Sector

https://woodsmith.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/ETT_2022-10-28.mp4 Addressing Supply and Labour Challenges: Insights from Christopher Smith on CBC As 2022 drew to a close, Ontario’s construction industry faced significant hurdles due to supply chain disruptions and a persistent labour shortage. These challenges, exacerbated by the global pandemic, threatened the timely completion of projects and the overall

CBC Interview: Ontario’s New Pathway for Young Apprentices

https://woodsmith.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/2023-0628-5261-1.mp4 Embracing Change: Ontario’s New Pathway for Young Apprentices In a significant shift to address the skilled trades labour shortage, the Ontario government has introduced a plan allowing Grade 11 students to enter full-time apprenticeships after completing Grade 10. This initiative, featured in a CBC News article and highlighted through

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"We had a great experience working with Chris at Woodsmith Construction. He is honest, transparent, realistic, easy to get in touch with and makes himself available to his clients whenever they need him. I would gladly recommend Woodsmith Construction to anyone doing a renovation as Chris made a complicated process a positive experience."

“Woodsmith Construction Inc. recently completed a full-home renovation on our place, including underpinning and adding a third floor. We couldn’t be happier with the results and the level of service that we received from Chris and his entire team. Chris is an absolute professional who is extremely knowledgeable, dedicated to his craft and was exceptionally responsive at all points in the project to all of our questions and concerns. For us, this timely communication provided a level of comfort and assurance – I cannot imagine doing a project of this scale without it! During the project, the worksite was kept so clean – our neighbours consistently commented on how great and respectful the team was. We were able to complete a huge project with very little tension and to me, that speaks volumes about the manner in which the project was carried out. In terms of the results, we are thrilled. The workmanship, detail and solid construction of our home are all that we hoped for. This workmanship and level of service continued through the final stages of the project, when we were completing the finishing touches. Chris ensured that every small detail was arranged for and completed. Obviously, we highly recommend Woodsmith Construction and are grateful to Chris and his team for the amazing work, professionalism and service they provided.”

“The Woodsmith team did a phenomenal job of rebuilding our house to match our dream on-time and within our budget. Chris (the owner) was always accessible, open to ideas and patient with questions. This made all the difference for us. He understands that a job of this scale is something that an owner will likely only do once, and he offered great advice and put all our fears at ease. We constantly knew exactly how we were tracking to our budget (to the dollar) and our job site was clean and orderly at all times (which our neighbours very much appreciated). We were nervous about our year-long adventure in renos (we’ve all heard horror stories), but Chris helped us spread out decisions over time and provided clear options for any challenges his team encountered, making that year a surprisingly pleasant one. All of the work was top-quality and has garnered unsolicited positive comments from anyone who sees our home (including other contractors working in our neighbourhood). I have no problem recommending Woodsmith; you will be in very good hands.”

"We were very pleased with the results of our renovation project completed by Chris and his team at Woodsmith Construction. As well as a great end-product, Chris provided excellent customer communication services throughout the whole process that were greatly appreciated! We would have no hesitation in recommending Woodsmith Construction and in fact have already booked them for a second project."

"Woodsmith construction just completed a gut job and garage addition for my husband and I and it was the best experience I could have hoped for especially given all the renovation horror stories we have heard. They were so professional, helpful, diligent and responsive and the quality of the renovation was first class. I would recommend anyone to hire Woodsmith construction for all their needs whether it is a renovation or a new build. We could not be happier with the outcome and our newly renovated home"