Campbell River Contractors Directory

CONTRACTORS DIRECTORY

A guide to those who

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Advertiser Index Carpet Cleaning Services

The Dirt Buster .................................................10

Contractors/Builders and Renovations

A. Rippingale’s Contracting Ltd. .................4 & 19 D.A.D.S. Homes & General Contracting Inc ........5 G Heidema Construction Ltd ..............................4 K.K. Contractors .................................................4 Sagewood Homes Ltd. ........................................4 T. Murray Construction Ltd .................................4 Tamarack Construction......................................4

Deck/Fencing

Camcour Vinyl Deck & Rail .................................8 Carefree Sundecks .............................................8

Drilling

Red Williams Well Drilling Ltd. .........................12

Electricians

Houle Electric .....................................................7 Mr. Electric .........................................................7

Flooring

CR Floors ..........................................................10 Flooring Canada...............................................10 Layed-Rite Flooring .........................................10 United Floors .....................................................9

Granite

CR Granite Works Inc........................................11

Hardware/Building Supplies Windsor Plywood .............................................12

#104-250 Dogwood Street, V9W 2X9 Phone: 250.287.9227 Fax: 250.287.3238 Website: www.campbellrivermirror.com Monday to Thursday 8:30-5, Friday 8:30-4

AA STORAGE 250-923-8855 Managed by:

www.aastorage.ca Affordable - Competitive Pricing - Special long-term rates on larger units Accessible - Drive Up to Your Unit - 24 hour access - Convenient location at secure Campbell River Airport Sizes from 45 sq ft to 390 sq ft (5x9 to 13x30)

Heating Contractors and Suppliers

Just Gas ........................................ 18 & Back Page Quality Stoves & Fireplaces .............................. 17

Home Inspection

Clarity Home Inspections ................................. 15

Landscaping

DJ’s Lawn & Garden Maintenance..................... 13 Strate Scapes Landscaping 2012 Ltd.................. 13 A Nijhuis Landscapes ........................................ 11

Plumbing

Carlson’s Plumbing ........................................... 14 Service Pro Plumbing & Heating ...................... 14

Real Estate and Property Management

Bruce Carruthers Remax Check Realty ................. 15

Restoration

Rock Steady Restorations Ltd. .......................... 14

Sheet Metal Work

Bennett Sheet Metal & Heating Ltd ............. 2 & 18

Signage

Quality deSigns................................................... 3

Steam Cleaning/Vacuum Cleaner Sales

Miracle Way Vacuum Systems ........................... 10

Storage

AA Storage .......................................................... 3

Tree Service

Above & Beyond Tree Service ................... 11 & 19

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Contractors/Builders and Renovations

T. Murray Construction Ltd. ✶ GENERAL CONTRACTING AND STRESS FREE PROJECT MANAGEMENT ✶

FOR QUALITY WORKMANSHIP FROM FOUNDATION TO FINISH

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Heidema Construction Ltd. Over 30 years experience specializing in building dream homes.

Custom Homes, Commercial, Leasehold Improvements, Home Renovations, Custom Finishing NEW CUSTOM HOMES RENOVATIONS & ADDITIONS

Terry Murray, Journeyman Carpenter email: tmurrayc@live.com

250.923.1735

Licensed Certified Carpenter, New Home Warranty

250.202.7078 or 250.923.5413 I am happy to provide quotes and help with tailoring building plans to suit your needs.

A. Rippingale’s Contracting Ltd.

250-203-4249 Commercial & Residential • General Contracting

Customize your dream home with handcrafted quality − imagination brought to life with excellence!

Handcrafted Quality • New Home Warranty

AFFORDABLE RENOVATIONS Painting •• Painting FR ESTIMEE Siding •• Siding ATES! Windows &&Door •• Windows DoorInstallations Installations • WCB & Liability Covered •• WCB Liability Covered General&Renovations Serving Campbell River for 20 years!

Home: 250-287-3756 Cell: 250-202-2444

Make Your Dream Home a Reality.

We are a Qualified Registered Builder insured through Traveler’s Guarantee.

Building Fine Quality Homes Since 1980.

Kris Bauchman

250-203-3332

General Contractor • Residential Builder www.sagewood-homes.ca sagewoodhomes@telus.net

Michael Knitter | 250.203.1979 www.tamarackbuilders.ca

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Contractors/Builders and Renovations

Before ✽ Over 30 years experience ✽ Renovations ✽ New construction ✽ Bathrooms, kitchens ✽ Siding, windows, decks ✽ New home warranty ✽ Free estimates

Bobcat/Excavators

✽ New home service connections ✽ Perimeter drains ✽ Yard waste removal/ landscaping ✽ Free estimates

Dave Donaldson

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Roofing

✽ Cedar shake conversions ✽ Steel roofing ✽ Fibreglass laminates ✽ Free estimates

Office: 250-850-0865 Cell: 250-830-7144

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Many homeowners have found themselves scrambling to make their homes handicap accessible after a sudden injury or illness.

In addition, some homeowners have found themselves looking to make adjustments to their homes in anticipation of welcoming elderly, less mobile relatives into their homes.

Making a home more handicap accessible can be a significant undertaking, but many of the adjustments homeowners must make are small in scale and won’t take long to complete.

Handicap accessible making adjustments to your home Entryways Portable ramps are often an ideal for those who only need to make temporary adjustments.

Doorways at the most commonly used entryways, including front doors and doors to the bathrooms as well as the individual’s bedroom, will likely need to be widened.

Bathroom Grab bars should be installed in bath tubs and shower stalls and next to toilets. Safety treads on the floors of showers and tubs.

A hand-held shower head. Portable transfer seats, which enable the wheelchair-bound to transition from their chairs to showers and bathtubs.

Water fixtures Disabled persons may find it difficult to access faucets on sinks throughout the home. Replacing sinks with pedestal sinks can improve maneuverability, but make sure such sinks are lower to the ground than standard pedestal sinks.

Closets Create multi-level closet spaces so individuals can place their clothes at accessible heights.

Closet shelves can be lowered and doors can be widened. Consider installing a light inside the closet and make sure the light switch can be easily reached from a wheelchair.

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Phone: 250.286.0198 | Cell: 250.830.8188 kenrosscola@me.com

LAWN & GARDEN MAINTENANCE

Lawn & Yard Maintenance • Lawn Aerating Hedge & Shrub Trimming Fruit Tree Pruning • Patio Blocks • Fences CALL

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These professionals can help maintain your home Landscaper Homeowners have increasingly looked to professional landscapers to maintain their home’s exterior and subsequently ensure their property value remains high. A typical landscaper offers his client an array of services, from cutting the grass to raking leaves to more complicated tasks that gravitate toward landscape architecture.

A home’s curb appeal has been shown to vastly improve a prospective buyer’s impression of the house, and as a result many homeowners rely on a landscaper to take care of their property. Many landscapers have an extensive knowledge of the science involved in tending to a lawn and how to help it weather the seasons without losing its appeal.

An electrician specializes in addressing a building’s or home’s electrical wiring issues, stationary machines and the equipment related to those machines. Electricians can fix existing issues, but many also can design and install new electrical components and systems. The dangers of working with electrical systems are many. Such danger is one reason why one might want to hire an electrician should an electrical issue arise.

Electrician

Home repairs are inevitable.

Many homeowners who aren’t adept at home repairs typically rely on trained professionals when something goes awry around the house. The following is a breakdown of three of the more commonly called on home service providers.

A plumber is a professional whose area of expertise is in installing and maintaining systems for drinking water, drainage and sewage. Many plumbers take years of training and experience to master the skill of plumbing. People call a plumber when a Plumber toilet or sink backs up, but plumbers have far more extensive skills as well. Plumbers must be skilled in a number of areas, including having an ability to read and understand a home’s blueprints, detect faults in a plumbing system and repair fixtures and systems to ensure a home is safe.

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Fencing and Deck

~ Celebrating 40 Years ~ The Original Waterproof Vinyl Flooring System

Serving Courtenay to Port Hardy • Sundecks • Roofdecks • Patios & more

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Carefree Sundecks 250-287-0625 • www.duradek.com

Vinyl Deck & Rail Done Right, the First Time.

Roof Grade Vinyl Installations Engineered Railings Glass & Topless Glass Picket Rail Systems

CAMCOUR

VINYL DECK & RAIL – est 1992 250-923-1388 / 250-287-0577

www.camcour.ca Email al_yablonski@hotmail.com

Few things are better than having a functional and beautiful outdoor space to entertain guests. Having a great outdoor space enables a person to host parties or intimate gatherings all year long.

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Flooring

What do you want your floor to be?

Let us help showcase your home with casual simplicity or formal elegance.

Knowledgeable Sales Staff Professional Installation.

hardwood • laminate • cork • ceramic window coverings • vinyl • carpet • area rugs

Design with Distinction

Six Inspired Window Fashions.

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Style elevates everyday life and The Alustra® Collection elevates

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detailing, impeccable workmanship and enduring elegance, (Located across from McDonalds)

Hunter Douglas offers “The Alustra Difference” — a distinctive

collection of exclusive window fashions.

250.287.7456

www.unitedfloors.ca

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Design with Distinction Innovative Textures Exclusive Sheers & Finishes Imaginative Combinations

Six Inspired Window Fashions.

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Style elevates everyday life and The Alustra® Collection elevates style. With unique fabrics and finishes, along with exquisite detailing, impeccable workmanship and enduring elegance, Hunter Douglas offers “The Alustra Difference” — a distinctive collection of exclusive window fashions.

Unique Fabrics

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Flooring, Carpet Cleaning and Vacuum Sales

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Monday to Saturday 9:00 am to 5:30 pm

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1690C Maple St., Campbell River 250-286-7229

➾ 8,000 sq ft showroom - one of the largest on Vancouver Island. ➾ Friendly, knowledgeable sales professionals. ➾ In-house interior designer for expert design advice. ➾ Solutions to fit any budget. ➾ Free estimates & in home consultations.

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Landscaping/Drilling/Hardware and Building Supplies

Tips when hiring a

landscape architect

A well-maintained landscape is important to many homeowners.

In addition to adding to a home’s aesthetic appeal, a lush landscape can also help increase a home’s resale value. Oftentimes, homeowners without much experience

Tips!

tending to lawns and gardens hire a landscape architect to do the job for them.

First-time homeowners on the lookout for a landscape architect should consider the following tips to make the most of that process.

Find someone who is rec eptive to your ideas and willing to work with your vision.

A landscaper should be rea dy and willing to discuss his or her previous work experience.

Ask to see photos of previo us work or even local addresses where wo rk was done so you can see the finished produc t in person.

Some landscape architects will handle the project entirely on their ow n, while others might subcontract part of the project.

Determine who will be per forming the project and how the hiring of sub contractors might affect it.

How the project will be pai d for is an important thing to discuss . Each contractor might have a different fee structure, so you will want the one that’s best suited to you.

A professional landscape architect should have a list of references at the ready for potential customers. When contac ting references, be sure to ask how satisfied they are with the finished product and how the project went with regards to scheduling and fees.

Landscape Maintenance & Installations Licensed & Insured email: anijhuis@telus.net Cell: 250-202-2759 www.anijhuislandscapes.com Campbell River, BC

ABOVE & BEYOND TREE SERVICE

▲ Complete Tree Care ▲ Stump Grinding ▲ Mini Excavator ▲ 60’ Bucket Truck ▲ 2 Chip Trucks & 2 Diesel Chippers

Chad 250-703-0371 or 250-897-5254 www.aboveandbeyondtreeservice.ca

Let us help you CREATE your vision FOR LESS!

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Fence etiquette prevents disputes

Landscaping/Drilling/Hardware and Building Supplies

People fortunate enough to own their own plots of land often choose to fence in their pieces of paradise. Fences serve many purposes: to designate property boundaries, keep pets or children contained in a safe environment, corral livestock, offer privacy or add aesthetic appeal.

Being courteous with fence plans is the way to avoid any animosity along the way. Neighbors usually appreciate being informed of any decisions you are thinking of making to the property that can affect their views or their adjoining property. You may want to consider offering to make the fencing project a joint deal to save money should the neighbors decide to install a fence as well. Property owners can save by splitting the costs of the shared walls of the fence where their property lines meet.

Explain your case for the fence. It’s hard to protest a fence that is a safety precaution for children.

If your neighbor already has a fence, you must ask whether you can connect

your fence panels into the support post on your shared side.

Even the most easygoing neighbor could grow aggravated if the fence is put up carelessly or ends up partially on his property. The best way to prevent this is to apply for a new, professional property survey and have property lines indicated with paint or wood markers.

Each town or city has different regulations with regard to fencing, so it is important to learn the ropes or hire a contractor who is familiar with the rules. There may be rules about how high fences can be in the front of the home, sides and back.

Corner lot properties may have added regulations depending on whether the fence could prove a visual obstruction to drivers.

Once all the details are checked, you may have to apply for a fence permit.

This way the construction of the fence and finished product will meet safety standards, and the area in which you live can provide consistent quality control. If the

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As an added form of courtesy, it is proper fence etiquette to put the “good” side of

the fence facing the neighbors’ yards. That means the side of the fence that doesn’t show the support panels and posts. Remember, it is your fence so you are also responsible for all maintenance of the fence -- on all sides. Just because your neighbor also will be benefiting from your fence, doesn’t mean he will have to care for it.

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Landscaping and Building Supplies

LAWN & GARDEN MAINTENANCE

Lawn & Yard Maintenance Lawn Aerating • Hedge & Shrub Trimming Fruit Tree Pruning • Patio Blocks • Fences

CALL 250-830-3735 25 Years in Business • Licensed • Insured • WCB See our work at Hwy 19 upgrade between Hilchey and Rockland.

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We specialize in segmental retaining walls & interlocking paving stone installations.

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KEVIN KAETLER

250-218-2366 Commercial • Residential

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Plumbing and Restoration

Carlson's Plumbing and Bathroom Renovations

• Plumbing • Carpentry • Gas fitting • Tiling • Flooring • Drywalling • Finishing • 20+ years experience • Senior's discount • Free estimates

We deliver reliability and trust in critical situations.

“Providing customers a comforting experience through caring for people and making it a priority to get our customer back to their regular routine.”

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Prompt, dependable service you can count on.

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Real Estate and Home Inspections

BRUCE CARRUTHERS “Proudly serving Campbell River Since 1984”

(250) 897-4330

For Proven Marketing Knowledge & Results

250-287-0151

Providing professional home inspections with superior customer service in the Comox Valley, Campbell River & surrounding areas.

1st Class Service

brucec@remax-campbellriver.bc.ca

Check Realty 950 Island Hwy.

Downsizing your home?

Downsizing to a smaller home can be beneficial for a variety of reasons, including less home to clean and maintain, more affordable utility bills and lower property taxes. Such a decision is rarely easy, so homeowners should take as much time as they need before making a final decision to move or stay put.

The Clear Choice Thermal Imaging included in inspection!

Detecting things like: Presence or effectiveness of insulation, HVAC heating & cooling issues, moisture detection, electrical problems, plumbing problems & air leakage.

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Much like paint, carpeting can quickly transform the look of a room. Carpeting can be a durable flooring material, but it will need upkeep to look its best.

Carpeting that will be in high-traffic areas, such as halls and entryways, may require the most TLC. Routine vacuuming is necessary to dislodge dust and dirt particles. But at some point a more thorough cleaning may be necessary.

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your board width.

4 Pick a colour.

5 Select a gloss level.

Vacuuming

Frequent vacuuming will prolong the life of the carpet by preventing a buildup of particles inside of the carpet fiber that can eventually cause friction and sever carpet fibers.

Plush carpets will trap dirt more easily than a thinner or less dense carpet, so more passes of the vacuum might be necessary. Overlap strokes in a crisscross pattern to get at dirt at different angles.

Treating spills

It is adviseable to manage a spill as soon as it happens to reduce the liklihood that it will contribute to a permanent stain.

Carefully blot up the spill until much of the offending item is removed before adding any type of cleaning agent. Test the cleaning product in an inconspicuous area prior to using it on the spill to ensure it will not damage or discolor the carpet.

Work from the outside of the stain and move inward to keep the stain from spreading outward. Use a plush, white towel to blot up any remaining moisture and spill.

Steam clean to refresh

If you don’t already own a steam-cleaner, they can be rented.

Together with steam, a cleaning solution is usually part of the procedure. The steam and cleaning product will loosen and dissolve dirt and then the dirty remains will be sucked up into a receptacle to be emptied. Steam cleaning is one of the easiest methods of thoroughly cleaning carpeting and reviving it to look as good as new. Many homeowners are quite surprised to see how much dirt can be removed from the carpet by using a steam-cleaner.

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Stoves and Fireplaces

Energy Efficient Radiant Natural Gas Fireplaces With impressive EnerGuide Ratings.

ValorStat Plus remote control standard with purchase.

The ValorStat Plus remote control gives you the power to select, adjust and program the desired temperature that you want.

Timer and Thermostat mode help save energy and lower your home heating costs.

Pilot On Demand: The ValorStat Plus also has the ability to turn your pilot light on and off from the programmable handheld remote.

1702 N. Petersen Road, Campbell River

250-286-0051 www.qualitystoves.ca qualitystoves@telus.net

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Stoves and Fireplaces

NATURAL GAS

• FIREPLACES • FURNACES • PATIO HEATERS

1721–14th Ave., Campbell River • 250-287-3108 Mon - Fri 9:00am - 4:30pm

So quiet...

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SLP98V 98.2% Efficient Natural Gas Furnace

1000 Oil Conversion Rebate until Dec. 31st, 2014 $300 to $800 in additional rebates ~ see store for more details $

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Advantages of two-stage heating systems Selecting the right furnace for your home requires understanding the various products available. A two-stage heating system could be the right fit in your renovation.

Choosing a new furnace and heating components can be difficult. The business has its own terminology, and there are scores of different equipment manufacturers.

Therefore, understanding which features make one furnace stand out from another can help consumers make the best possible decision.

One factor that will come up as you browse for furnaces is whether to choose a single-stage furnace or a two- or dualstaged furnace.

Two-stage furnaces are designed to change the way British Thermal Units (BTUs) of heat are delivered to the home.

In a single-stage system, when the thermostat registers a drop in home temperature that requires the heat to turn on, the furnace will produce one level of heat output until the desired temperature is reached.

This furnace is designed to heat your home on the coldest days for

your climate. In a two-stage system, the furnace provides gradual heat production.

In the first stage, which usually operates at around 70 percent of the system’s heating capacity, the system will try to warm the space. On mild winter days or chilly autumn days, the first stage may be all that’s needed. If the home requires additional heating, the furnace will kick into the second stage, increasing the heating power. Some twostage furnaces not only offer two BTU offerings, but two blower speeds as well.

One of the advantages to these furnaces are that the two-stage system eliminates drastic temperature swings, which are common among single-stage furnaces. This can mean the home is more comfortable over a longer period of time.

Another benefit is that because the system starts in the lower stage and may operate at that stage more so than in the second stage, the furnace is generally quieter than traditional furnaces. This greatly reduces the initial noise of turning on the furnace at full power.

Two-stage furnaces will burn fuel more efficiently and may actually burn less fuel if they spend the majority of the time in the first stage of operation.

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