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This is the ‘before’ video for our latest project! Over the next few weeks, this Orillia basement will be transformed into a beautiful 1 bedroom apartment. Stay tuned for updates! #contractor #rental #basement #orillia #orilliarealestate #builder #buildersofinsta #apartment

Rolling in an M pattern helps to evenly distribute your paint and back-rolling smooths out any imperfections, giving you a flawless finish! #housepainting #interiorpainting #design #contractor #carhartt #benjaminmoore

Paint sprayers are great for achieving an even coat, but if you’re painting new drywall you should always go over it with a roller. The nap (roller’s fibrous material) provides the texture needed for a perfect finish! #renovation #design #housepainting #interiorpainting #builder #benjaminmoore #gracopaintsprayers #contractor

Fresh drywall soaks up regular wall paint like crazy. Starting off with two coats of primer will seal the drywall and give you a perfect, paint-ready surface! #housepainting #renovation #gracopaintsprayers #interiorpainting #drywall #contractor

Making sure to remove ALL drywall dust before painting is crucial in creating a smooth finished product!

Looking for a more durable cabinet option? PVC wrapped doors are easy to clean and scratch resistant. Perfect for rental units and homes with active families! #kitchendesign #kitchenremodel #renovation #contractor

Did you know that reshingling a 1000 square foot home creates about 3,858 lbs of waste? Find out how you can make your reno more Earth-friendly below! https://www.buildingunlimited.ca//how-to-make-your-renovat #environment #ecofriendly #builder #roofing #renovation

What material should you choose for your cabinet doors? Follow this link to find out! https://www.buildingunlimited.ca//choosing-the-right-doors #kitchencabinets #kitchenrenovation #birch #maple #oak #cherry #hickory #pine #bamboo #walnut #buildersofinsta #woodgrain #pvc

How do you access the panel of a sunken hot tub for maintenance? Easy: call Building Unlimited for a custom access hatch! #hottub #deck #carpenter #custom

Small space? No problem! Our client wanted to update her existing 2-piece bathroom, add a shower unit, and replace the small vanity with a large, laundry-sized basin to compliment the adjacent laundry room. Done, done and done! #bathroomremodel #smallspaceliving #tile #backsplash #builder #renovation

Last day for this carbon filter, new one from RZ coming tonight (goodbye 2 week old stale breath)!

When you need a job title on your business card, but don’t have room to list all the things you do

We tried a levelling clip system today and loved it! One of the trickiest things with large format tiles is keeping them level

The first article in our Earth-friendly renovations series is available now in our Builder's Blog!

Replacing your old, scratched and stained countertop is a great way to rejuvenate your kitchen. But how do you decide what to to replace it with? Find out here!

It's hard to tell a story with just pictures but this one sure does. I thought the deck was "a little springy". The beam had slipped off the rotten shim. I took the weight off the beam to straighten the post and it fell over! New post installed to take the weight

Looking for kitchen upgrades that don't break the bank? Check out our latest blog post! https://www.buildingunlimited.ca//sprucing-up-your-kitchen

Thinking about upgrading your cabinets? Follow this link to discover which wood species best suits your style!

The third and final installment of our 2019 Spring Series has been released! Your sump pump is your last line of defence against unwanted water. Click below to learn how to recognize a failing pump! https://www.buildingunlimited.ca//2019-spring-seres-keepin

Have you been maintaining your water management systems? Follow this link for easy ways to control the amount of water entering your home! https://www.buildingunlimited.ca//2019-spring-series-keepi

The first instalment of our 2019 Spring Series is now available! This year's topic: Keeping your Basement Dry! Read Part One at https://www.buildingunlimited.ca//2019-spring-series-part-

"The next row of tiles came off just as easily. That’s when I got suspicious. Why were they coming off so easily? I grabbed the closest tile out of the discard pile and looked a little closer, and that’s when I saw it..." Continue reading at https://www.buildingunlimited.ca//if-you-dont-peel-it-wont

Does your living room feel like an Ice Hotel? Follow this link to find out why your house always feels cold! https://www.buildingunlimited.ca//how-well-is-your-house-i

Our new website is officially up and running! We showcase photos of our past and current projects, offer tips on preventative home maintenance, and poke fun at some of our most frustrating projects in the 'Builder's Blog'. Check us out at www.BuildingUnlimited.ca!

Had a fun job adding tile to a kitchen in a rental unit. Was a very quick in and out.

New countertops and tile backsplash. Check out the square double sink.

Sometimes aluminum is just easier than paint

A client in Barrie wanted to make better use of the space in his side yard. Stair case rebuild to allow a straight run into the yard, the old access had 4 turns...

Generator/BBQ pads

This is why we work with designers. The crown molding was matched in profile to the existing kitchen. The fireplace was drystack slate. The mantel was a custom install wrap arount from Cambria Quarts Countertops. Zero clearance fireplace allowed for the Shock Doctors to run their electrical and cable feeds behind the stone for an invisible mount.

We worked on this 140 year old mansion for 18 months and converted it to a luxury 9 unit apartment building.