by VRBA | Jun 9, 2020 | Blog, Renovating
Phony home-improvement solicitations are a leading scam during the pandemic according to the Better Business Bureau of Vancouver Island. These scams usually start with a knock on the door or a flyer offering cheap prices. There is usually no contract and they often... read more
by VRBA | Dec 3, 2019 | Blog, 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 | Oct 21, 2019 | Blog, Renovating
Last week, was the annual Great BC Shakeout Day teaching residents to Drop, Cover and Hold On! These annual reminders are important, especially for school children that must become accustomed to living in an earthquake zone, despite the appearance of little seismic... read more
by VRBA | Jul 9, 2019 | Blog, Renovating
Recently there has been significant seismic activity along BC’s west coast. Three earthquakes registering between 4.5 and 5.6 magnitude were detected, in addition to a 6.2 earthquake the day before. A series of large earthquakes in Southern California also resulted in... 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 20, 2018 | Blog, Renovating
Considering a renovation? Before you start, read the online brochure on asbestos often found in older homes. This is important information to protect your family and workers. Our advice is to hire professional contractors, which is also the advice of BC’s Ministry of... read more
