by magnumconstructionservices | Jul 8, 2026 | blog
Energy-Efficient Renovations That Save You Money and Improve Comfort By upgrading insulation, installing energy-efficient windows and doors, improving heating and cooling systems, and using modern building materials, homeowners can reduce monthly utility bills while...
by magnumconstructionservices | Jul 8, 2026 | blog
That $80,000 Federal Secondary Suite Loan? It Was Cancelled — Here’s What Metro Vancouver Homeowners Can Use Instead The loan program was announced in Budget 2024 and expanded in the December 2024 Fall Economic Statement, with a launch promised for early 2025....
by magnumconstructionservices | Jul 8, 2026 | blog
Surrey and Burnaby’s New AI Permit Tools Make Renovation Planning More Predictable A new AI PreCheck, powered by Archistar, automatically reviews residential building permit drawings for zoning compliance before a formal application is submitted. The tool helps...
by magnumconstructionservices | Jul 8, 2026 | blog
The City has significantly reduced permit processing times, making it faster and easier to move projects from planning to construction. Some of the biggest improvements include: Simple home renovation permits: 92% are now issued within 3 days. Laneway homes: Permit...
by magnumconstructionservices | Jun 30, 2026 | blog
For many homeowners, a house is much more than a building. It is where families have grown, memories have been made, and life has unfolded over many years. As we age, however, the homes we love can sometimes become more challenging to navigate. Stairs become more...
by magnumconstructionservices | Jun 29, 2026 | blog
Most homeowners don’t think about how they move through their home until something changes. A knee replacement, a mobility limitation, an injury, reduced balance, or simply the natural aging process can suddenly make everyday movements more difficult. A small...