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Renomark 2024 Best Innovative Renovation Award

Celebrating Innovation: Woodsmith Constructions’ Renomark Award Win Woodsmith Construction Inc. is known for its unparalleled craftsmanship and dedication to sustainability and recently clinched the Renomark 2024 Best Innovative Renovation Award. This prestigious accolade, a testament to its commitment to excellence, sets it apart in the competitive renovation industry. The Renomark program, established by

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The Woodsmith Story: Present Day

The Woodsmith Story : Part 2   The Woodsmith story continues from that young boy banging way too many nails into the side of a building to my present-day self. There has always been a love affair with building homes. I wish that everyone could find the joy I find

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The Woodsmith Story: The Beginnings

The Woodsmith Story:  The journey of a boy who loved to build   The Woodsmith Story begins as any would; there once was a young boy who loved to build. Now where it goes from there is the interesting part. Mostly because I am one of those rare and lucky

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Top Ten Contractors In Toronto

We are excited to announce that Woodsmith Construction has been named as one of the top 10 General Contractors in Toronto by BlogTO, the leading source for local news and culture, restaurant reviews, events and the best of the city. Being recognized as one of the top general contractors in

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Design Build Tech

How does Design Build Tech Help Us?   Now is a great time for design-build tech, and today’s technology is a lot of the reason why. The things that are possible with relative ease today would have been virtually impossible not too long ago.  It is truly amazing what today’s

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Design-Build Dream Home

A Design-Build Dream Home With Woodsmith Construction:   Your Partner for World-Class Design-Build Designing and Building your dream home requires a contractor who can keep detailed daily tabs on work progress, costs, and other project tasks. With Woodsmith Construction, you can trust that your project is in good hands. Our

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East York Design

East York Design Tips East York is a great and unique part of our city. It is comprised of a lot of brick bungalows that were constructed during wartime. It offers the perfect chance for a family to set up roots and build their dream home. The property sizes are

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Home Design Plan

A Home Design Plan That Works For You And Your Home  Whether planning a small home renovation or a completely new home, you always need a good home design plan. Sometimes, the process can be so exciting that you want to jump right in and get down to the design

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How to Address Toronto’s aging housing stock

Addressing the Aging Housing Stock in Toronto, ON: A Comprehensive Approach by Woodsmith Construction Inc. Toronto is known for its diverse architectural styles and historic neighbourhoods, but with that comes the challenge of maintaining an aging housing stock. Many homes in the city are over 60 years old, requiring extensive

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Home Renovation Budgeting

Much to do about Home Renovation Budgeting With each new client’s home visit at Woodsmith Construction. We seem to come across, time and time again, a real lack of understanding of what good home renovation budgeting is. Most people obviously understand intellectually what a budget is and how important it

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Home Renovation HST Rebate

How to get your home renovation HST rebate HST is a part of our lives, and we deal with it virtually every purchase we make. When it comes to your home renovation. The HST does not have to be the elephant in the room, with proper invoicing techniques from your

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How to prevent basement flooding

Toronto has experienced significant rainfall this summer, leading to numerous instances of basement flooding. At Woodsmith Construction Inc., we understand the importance of protecting your home from water damage, especially given the high costs and health risks associated with flooded basements. Here’s a detailed guide tailored to our clientele on

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How to Save Money on Your Next Home Renovation

How to Save Money on Your Next Home Renovation: Expert Tips Renovating your home is exciting, but it can also be a significant financial undertaking. However, with careful planning and smart decisions, you can achieve your dream renovation while keeping costs under control. At Woodsmith Construction, we’ve helped homeowners throughout

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How you can Renovate a Semi Detached House in East York?

What you should consider when renovating East York semi-detached homes   Can you renovate a semi-detached house in East York? The short answer is yes, but there are a few things you need to be aware of to increase your renovation’s chances of success. There is no shortage of semi-detached

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Net Zero Home Renovations: The Future of Sustainable Living

Net Zero Home Renovations: A Future-Proof Investment for Sustainable Living Woodsmith Construction Inc. is proud to introduce a new service that’s reshaping the future of home renovations—Net Zero Home Renovations. With an increasing focus on energy efficiency and sustainable living, transforming your home into a Net Zero space offers numerous

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Renovation Resources

Project Review

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Ossington Home Renovation

Woodsmith Construction Project Journal: Ossington Home Renovation   Renovating homes in the west end of Toronto is something the Woodsmith Construction team has become very familiar with. With street after street of townhomes and semi detached homes, there is no shortage of work to be done. These homes have not

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Project Review: Fulton Home Renovation

Woodsmith Construction Project Journal: Fulton Home Renovation   Our Fulton home renovation was located around the Pape and Danforth area of Toronto. This neighbour is a very sought-after place to live, and for good reason. Whether it is the great schools or the shopping and food on the Danforth, everything

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Riverdale Home Renovations

Woodsmith Construction is a Toronto-based design and build company that specializes in home renovations. As residents of the Leslieville area ourselves, we understand the importance of preserving the historical charm of Riverdale homes while ensuring they can last for another 100 years. Our team has prepared a Riverdale Home Renovations

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Upper Beaches Home Renovations

Upper Beaches Home Renovations Tips Living in the Upper Beaches is to be part of one the most rapidly changing neighborhoods in Toronto. The amount of store front development on Kingston road alone, would make anyone’s head spin. This segment of Toronto is not without its home renovation challenges but as

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West End Semi Reno

Toronto West End Semi Renovation   Woodsmith Construction Project Journal: This project was one of our most challenging and of our most rewarding to date. It seemed pretty straightforward on paper—a small rear addition and a complete gut and rework of the existing home. However, what is on paper rarely

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Matthew Bernstein
"We had a great experience working with Chris at Woodsmith Construction. He is honest, transparent, realistic, easy to get in touch with and makes himself available to his clients whenever they need him. I would gladly recommend Woodsmith Construction to anyone doing a renovation as Chris made a complicated process a positive experience."
Natalie Zawadowsky
“Woodsmith Construction Inc. recently completed a full-home renovation on our place, including underpinning and adding a third floor. We couldn’t be happier with the results and the level of service that we received from Chris and his entire team. Chris is an absolute professional who is extremely knowledgeable, dedicated to his craft and was exceptionally responsive at all points in the project to all of our questions and concerns. For us, this timely communication provided a level of comfort and assurance – I cannot imagine doing a project of this scale without it! During the project, the worksite was kept so clean – our neighbours consistently commented on how great and respectful the team was. We were able to complete a huge project with very little tension and to me, that speaks volumes about the manner in which the project was carried out. In terms of the results, we are thrilled. The workmanship, detail and solid construction of our home are all that we hoped for. This workmanship and level of service continued through the final stages of the project, when we were completing the finishing touches. Chris ensured that every small detail was arranged for and completed. Obviously, we highly recommend Woodsmith Construction and are grateful to Chris and his team for the amazing work, professionalism and service they provided.”
Dave Ducan
“The Woodsmith team did a phenomenal job of rebuilding our house to match our dream on-time and within our budget. Chris (the owner) was always accessible, open to ideas and patient with questions. This made all the difference for us. He understands that a job of this scale is something that an owner will likely only do once, and he offered great advice and put all our fears at ease. We constantly knew exactly how we were tracking to our budget (to the dollar) and our job site was clean and orderly at all times (which our neighbours very much appreciated). We were nervous about our year-long adventure in renos (we’ve all heard horror stories), but Chris helped us spread out decisions over time and provided clear options for any challenges his team encountered, making that year a surprisingly pleasant one. All of the work was top-quality and has garnered unsolicited positive comments from anyone who sees our home (including other contractors working in our neighbourhood). I have no problem recommending Woodsmith; you will be in very good hands.”
Lynn Egan
"We were very pleased with the results of our renovation project completed by Chris and his team at Woodsmith Construction. As well as a great end-product, Chris provided excellent customer communication services throughout the whole process that were greatly appreciated! We would have no hesitation in recommending Woodsmith Construction and in fact have already booked them for a second project."
Christina Mah Darcy
"Woodsmith construction just completed a gut job and garage addition for my husband and I and it was the best experience I could have hoped for especially given all the renovation horror stories we have heard. They were so professional, helpful, diligent and responsive and the quality of the renovation was first class. I would recommend anyone to hire Woodsmith construction for all their needs whether it is a renovation or a new build. We could not be happier with the outcome and our newly renovated home"

Woodsmith Construction completed a project for us in a timely and professional manner. The quality of their workmanship is superb. Communication between them and us was informative, courteous and collaborative. We would highly recommend them.

Rick Wilson
Rick Wilson2020-03-31
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Emmanuel Moysis
Emmanuel Moysis2019-03-31
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Woodsmith Construction is first and foremost one of the leading contractors serving the GTA. We at Rigid Frame Structural Engineers Inc. provide structural engineering consulting for them. Woodsmith always adhere to the drawings and regulations in all of their construction projects. We also find Chris and all his crews to be very respectful. We recommend Woodsmith to all our clients who like to tackle renovations.

We worked with Chris Smith and Woodsmith Construction Inc. on a large-scale renovation of our east-end semi and we couldn’t be happier with the finished product. The project included adding a third floor, underpinning the basement, and updating the interior throughout the house. Chris handled both the design and the build, and he is incredibly knowledgeable about all stages of the process. He was professional and responsive and always had our best interests at heart. His team was hard-working and respectful and they were all a pleasure to work with.Chris was professional, calm, and reasonable in working with our neighbours at all stages of the process and earned a very positive reputation among people on the street who saw the process and admired the result. The final product maintains the same exterior character of the home while updating the interior and making it a hundred times more functional for our family. It is a total transformation from what it used to be and we thank Chris for his vision and guidance throughout the process.Chris and his team were organized, professional, and always on top of the details. They kept us in the loop throughout the project and made sure everything was done to the highest standard. We would not hesitate to recommend Woodsmith to anyone undertaking a residential renovation – he is one of the hardest-working people we know and we are very grateful for his expertise and dedication.

D Volpe
D Volpe2024-12-01
Google

We worked with Chris Smith and Woodsmith Construction Inc. on the design for a garage addition, and the experience was fantastic. The project included adding attic trusses to create a new walk-in closet and laundry room that seamlessly connected to our existing main bedroom. Chris’s goal was to make the addition feel like it had always been part of the home, and he absolutely nailed it.From the start, Chris took the time to understand what we needed and came up with a design that not only maximized the functionality of the space but also kept the style consistent with the rest of the house. He paid close attention to every detail, from the layout to the finishes, ensuring everything worked perfectly with our main bedroom.The design makes such smart use of the space, and it feels like a natural extension of the home rather than an afterthought. Chris was great to work with—responsive, creative, and incredibly knowledgeable. He even provided advice on how to approach the construction phase, which made us feel confident moving forward.If you’re looking for someone to bring your vision to life with a thoughtful and practical design, we highly recommend Chris Smith and Woodsmith Construction. The design he created for us has truly enhanced our home. Our construction is well under way and we are already seeing the great design come to life!

Steve F
Steve F2024-12-03
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Cristina Blesa
Cristina Blesa2023-12-06
Google

Woodsmith construction just completed a gut job and garage addition for my husband and I and it was the best experience I could have hoped for especially given all the renovation horror stories we have heard. They were so professional, helpful, diligent and responsive and the quality of the renovation was first class. I would recommend anyone to hire Woodsmith construction for all their needs whether it is a renovation or a new build. We could not be happier with the outcome and our newly renovated home.

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Home Energy Savings

Home Energy Savings Tips   With the deep freeze gripping Toronto for another winter, turning the thermostat up to stay warm and toasty inside doesn’t come as a surprise. However, most homeowners don’t know enough about home energy savings and tend to overspend on their energy bills because their house

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Leslieville fallen home

What happened to this Leslieville Fallen Home? You might have heard about the Leslieville fallen home on the news or read about it in the paper(Star Article Link) We thought that, given this happened right in our own backyard so to speak, it presented a perfect opportunity to explain to everyone

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Logan Loft Basement Reno

Project : Logan Loft Basement Reno Goal: Take what was once just your average Logan Ave  6ft 5″ semi detached basement.  Try to create an industrial loft feel in a basement. With all the features we love in lofts, such as high ceilings, exposed brick and exposed wood joists Progress

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