Service by service:
Design/drafting
- computer based
Excavation
- Preparing the property and positioning the building within required setbacks and regulations
Footings/foundations
- Insulated Concrete Forms for energy efficiency: certified Nudura system, Quad Lock and other ICF brands
Framing
- Siding application - Hardie Certified, also vertical, horizontal cedar, vinyl, shake
- Experience installing all types of windows, doors, skylights
- Construction of residential and commercial buildings, cabins, sheds, decks, gazedos, trellises, and arbors
- Roofing, shingles and flashing
Concrete
- Placing and finishing small garage and basement slabs, sidewalks, stairs and retaining walls
- Finishing with acid stains, colored concrete, exposed retarders, acid washing, sealers, smooth and broomed finishes
Finishing
- Baseboards, casing, crown, chair rails and wainscoting
- Hand railing
- Hearths and mantels
- Painting
- Hardwood flooring, laminate flooring
- Porcelain, ceramic, slate and travertine tile: walls , floors, backsplashes
- Dropped T-bar ceilings
- Installing all kinds of interior doors, door knobs and deadbolts
- Kitchen cabinets and laminate countertops
- Closet organizers and shelving installation
- Ceiling and wall liners with pine/cedar
Landscaping
- Planting trees, shrubs, laying sod or seed
- Erecting wood or chain link fences
- Retaining walls built: concrete, rock or Allan block
- Path and walkway construction
Services
Project management
BVHR has managed hundreds of projects from small renovations to several homes at one time.
- Our exceptional organizational abilities means your jobs are delivered efficiently and cost-effectively
- At Big Valley Derek Schwab manages the building process – one person to talk to, one person to go to
- We maintain excellent rapport with our clients so that they are involved through the building process and understand the decisions made
- We can manage all stages of the construction process from architect/designer computer design/drafting to installing the door knobs…
A Canadian Home Builders’ Association Licensed Builder
Big Valley Homes is a licensed builder qualified under the new Homeowner Protection Act regulations. Big Valley Homes has demonstrated proficiency in seven areas related to residential construction, including the BC Building Code, construction management and customer relations. Big Valley Homes continues to take yearly professional development courses in residential construction, and this ensures your home is among the best built in any residential market across Canada.
Framing homes for general contractors / developers
General contractors at times get too busy to complete all aspects of building, and sometimes need to “sub out” foundation and framing contracts. Big Valley has supplied many contractors with competitive pricing and quality craftsmanship. As developers search for quality builders to deliver their products while ensuring their name in the industry, Big Valley will be their builder of choice.
Insulated Concrete Forms
Big Valley Homes offers the installation of ICFs (Insulated Concrete Forms) and is certified in the Nudura system and has erected other brands such as Quad Lock. ICFs reduce the energy required to heat and cool the home, some estimate by 20 per cent. Modern building regulations make it more affordable for certified builders to use this in home construction instead of traditional wooden forms. The polystyrene material is also fireproof and can outlast severe weather.
“Although they add a little more to a new home’s construction cost, some owners choose to go with ICFs,” says Derek of Big Valley Homes, “not only for the energy they’ll save for years but it is a great soundproofing agent and is an additional fire barrier.”
New BC Home Construction Insurance
It’s one of the strongest construction defect insurance coverages in Canada. Homes built by Big Valley Homes are third-party insured under the 2-5-10 Home Warranty, which protects homeowners from a range of construction defects over a period of time: 2 years on labor and materials, 5 years on building envelope including water penetration, and 10 years on the structure of the home. For more details about the coverage, visit BC Housing
Renovations
BVHR has managed hundreds of projects from small renovations to several homes at one time.
When homeowners start renovation projects, issues have been known to arise! Big Valley are experts at problem solving. We are current with all new products and practices but also have the experience with older technology, allowing BVHR to overcome any situation that may arise.
If you are thinking of remodeling a kitchen, bathroom or your entire home, meet Big Valley’s creative designers, draftsmen and architects. You’ll also experience the accessibility of working directly with your contractor to bring your dreams into reality on budget.
BVHR can help with jobs large or small, whether you’re thinking of a new deck, or demolishing and starting from scratch. Talk to us today about how we can help.
New home construction for homeowners
- Being in the business for over 30 years means BVHR has built relationships with many people and businesses, finding you the best of materials and services around the valley.
- As a smaller qualified company, Big Valley is able to be more efficient and pass lower overhead cost savings back to you.
- Having two journeyman carpenters buid your own home will give you the security and that the job will be done right the first time.
