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Log Restoration

Keep your logs happy and healthy. We use unique and and natural products to make sure you will get a finish that will preserve your building, will last forever(no dreaded peeling!) and isn't toxic.

We prefer to use pine tar, a 2000+ year old product, that will absorb in to and hydrate your wood structure for nature's preferred finish. The benefits of pine tar are:

1. No peeling or flaking; can be re-applied easily without any preparation or sanding 
2. Natural and proven. It is made from boiling pine trees, and is safe to touch, breathe, and live in! It was originally in medieval times to preserve wood on ships and buildings(mostly in Scandinavia).
3. Pine tar will celebrate your logs! We believe that best log finish is one that doesn't cover the natural colours and textures, but shows all the shapes and rings!

Another important step of the restoration process is re-sealing the joints between logs and in the corners. This will make your structure more bug, air, and weather proof. It's a detail-oriented process that, done correctly using high quality, log specific products, will make your space more comfortable.

Bee Cube

We never guessed one of the trickiest builds we’ve been involved in from start to finish would be a tiny agricultural structure for bees. We believe that the future of quality, long-lasting, sustainable construction lies not in factory assembly lines; but in the hands of skilled labourers who can solve problems, understand the needs of their clients, are knowledgeable about the products they use, and can take pride in the finished results of their work. We’re proud of the finished result of this project and hope to take on more in the future.

Our priorities for this project were:

1. accommodating 40 five-frame beehives 
2. creating a structure that would require minimal heating and cooling so that it can be powered entirely off grid with solar 
3. the structure must be able to be moved by winch, and stable for highway transport
4. use the most natural and sustainable materials available to promote a healthy environment for the bees and a building with minimal carbon footprint.
5. keep the project affordable for our startup partners at Beekeeping Innovations

House Restoration

There are many reasons to restore an existing home including historical preservation, environmental impact, cost-effectiveness, etc.

Our experience restoring historic houses has allowed us to restore pride in old homes that had been well-loved for 100+ years. By restoring your home instead of tearing down, you'll save thousands of dollars and thousands of tonnes of waste from the landfill. Your house can be restored to be completely original or can be a totally different floorplan; the possibilities are endless and there is no house that is beyond saving!

Another benefit of restoration; generally speaking, old homes were built to last. Lots of old homes have higher-quality, full dimension lumber, which is rare to find in a new building. This means your structure is strong, no matter how it is finished on the inside. A restoration, or a partial restoration, can make your space feel like new. Lots of builders will tell you that your home should be torn down and replaced, but this is the less complicated and most profitable solution for them. We believe your home is worth saving and unique problems require attention, care, and patience.

Window and Door Replacement

New windows and doors can make a space feel different. It can seal, protect, and make a space more comfortable.

Our philosophy is: windows aren't the most efficient way to update a building or add insulation. That said, they can be a great option and there are many reasons you may want to replace your windows including:

1. Improved comfort; new windows can minimize drafts and can reduce noise from the outside. When we replace a window; we re-insulate and use high-performance tape to make sure there's no gaps.
2. Appearance; new windows can make a space look bigger and brighter. Changing the configuration or adding windows can open a space up. We believe that wood windows can make a space feel more comfortable, and natural materials provoke a positive response. New windows can also enhance curb appeal. 
3. Increased security; modern windows and doors have safety features that will keep your home secure.
4. Doors that actually open and close! Modern doors that are hung properly should latch and seal.

Log Building - In Progress

Stairs and Railings

Stairs can serve many purposes; they can be an impressive feature, they can be custom to fit a small space, or they can be made with mobility challenges in mind, to make a few examples. We love making stairs and we love a challenge.

Decks

Decks are like outdoor living rooms! They can be built to your needs and to match your space and they don't need to be boring and simple.