by VRBA | Oct 30, 2020 | Blog, Hiring a Contractor, news
Little guys and gals dressed up as ghouls, ghosts and goblins will be visiting on Oct 31, so be careful answering your door. Be prepared with treats to avoid any tricks. At this time of year, there may be a knock on the door from bigger guys or gals dressed as... read more
by VRBA | Aug 8, 2019 | CARE Awards, Hiring a Contractor
2019 CARE Awards Finalists have been announced! For all of the details visit www.careawards.ca You can vote for your favourite project starting August 26 to Sept 8 at Hillside Centre during the People’s Choice Award Contest. Voters may also view the projects... read more
by VRBA | Nov 27, 2018 | Blog, Hiring a Contractor, Renovating
Thinking of building a new home or renovating? Try our online Expression of Interest making it easy to get quotes from VRBA’s professional contractors. Visit vrba.ca/hire-a-vrba-member and fill out the form which is forwarded to members. There is no cost or... read more
by VRBA | Nov 7, 2017 | Blog, Hiring a Contractor
One of the many benefits of VRBA is working with members to build our community. As 2017/18 President, I am fortunate to be part of a great team on the Board: Past-President: Terry Johal, Terry Johal Developments First Vice-President: Jenny Martin, Jenny Martin... read more
by VRBA | May 30, 2017 | Blog, Building Code, Hiring a Contractor
Home construction is an innovative industry with annual improvements in products and applications. For example, seven years ago Energuide80 homes were a challenge in terms of affordability. Today, Built Green builders are able to build these energy efficient homes... read more
by VRBA | Apr 4, 2017 | Blog, Hiring a Contractor, Housing data, Renovating
Limited supply has been identified by CMHC and other industry groups as the main source of high housing prices. This is a fundamental principle of economics. Low supply and high demand increases prices, while high supply and low demand reduces prices. Limited housing... read more
