Home Renovations
A Time to Invest in our Spaces One of the many lessons learned over the past year is the impor-
By Sandy Summer
tance of the spaces we occupy for work, living, business and play. And with that awareness, has come a surge in demand for building and renovating. Kevin and Adele Mooney, owners of Peterborough-based Kevin Mooney Construction (KMC) Ltd., urge clients to take the time to be thoughtful about their projects. Choosing a contractor who is transparent about their process and pricing is critical during a time when demand for materials is driving up costs. “Most clients come to us with a vision of what the project looks like,” Kevin explains. “ My job as a contractor is to work through the structure of the project in detail to ensure it is sound and well done. This includes not only what you see aesthetically but also what you don’t see - the roof, HVAC, mechanical, plumbing and electrical. Success is in the details.” “Transparency is key”, adds Kevin. Clients should fully understand the process, the methods, any existing issues that need to be resolved and the costs. Upfront costing should be as accurate as possible. Kevin works through a 16-category construction model showing all known work before starting a project. In addition to their dedicated and skilled team, KMC draws on longstanding relationships with consultants, city planners, subcontractors, architects, landscapers, interior designers and suppliers. Pricing is a clear “cost + fee” model. “We build the project on paper in advance. We identify and address mistakes on paper before construction begins, so costly surprises can be avoided. We do our homework,” he says. Kevin says it’s import to enable the client’s vision, especially when it comes to renovations or custom build projects, whether residential or commercial, “I’m not the one who dreams this up, I’m just the one who puts the pieces together and makes it a reality! It has to come from the client, this is personal to them. I can show samples to generate ideas, but I don’t pick for them, the client decides. My job is to enable the client’s vision.” “Renovating or building space is an investment of your time and money”, says Kevin, “In the end you want a contractor who makes sure every detail is done correctly and cost-effectively, and is what you imagined. You should love it, there’s no better compliment to a contractor.”
www.kevinmooneyconstruction.ca
KMC has been providing Construction Management, General Contracting, Building Restoration, Custom Homes, Renovations and Additions for private and public clients in the Peterborough-Kawartha region for over 30 years. 31
