Home Renovation Blog
905 Reno is a construction and renovation company that focuses on making your property look more appealing and luxurious with amazing renovations. As a fully insured company, with qualified and experienced renovators, we provide our clients with a variety of interior and exterior remodeling services, right from the bathroom to kitchen and home addition.
Pool Deck & Coping Refresh Before Summer: A Pre-Season GTA Renovation Guide (2026)
Pool deck renovation Toronto: 2026 costs, coping options, permit triggers, and the pre-summer schedule that gets your GTA backyard ready by July.
Garage Conversion to Living Space in the GTA: 2026 Permits, Costs, and Summer-Build Timeline
Garage conversion Toronto: 2026 costs, change-of-use permits, slab and HVAC details, build timeline, and the summer window for a fall finish.
Window Replacement Before the Summer Heat: 2026 Bills, Comfort, and GTA Rebates
Window replacement Toronto: 2026 GTA costs, install timeline, glass options, permits, and the rebates that stack on Energy Star windows.
Patio Door & Sliding Door Upgrades for GTA Summer Ventilation (2026 Costs, Permits, Timeline)
Patio door replacement Toronto: 2026 costs, permits, glass options, install timeline, and the rebates GTA homeowners can stack before summer.
Why Basement Waterproofing Should Come Before Any Renovation — A Toronto Homeowner’s Guide
Don’t finish your basement before waterproofing it. Learn why waterproofing must come first, what it costs in Toronto, and how city rebates can help cover the investment.
How GTA Families Are Renovating One Home to Fit Three Generations — Without Moving
Housing prices across the GTA keep climbing, adult children are staying home longer, and aging parents need more support than ever. Instead of buying a second property or moving into a care facility, more Toronto-area
Accessible Home Renovations in the GTA: Walk-In Showers, Grab Bars, and the Ontario Grants That Help Pay for Them
Learn how accessible home renovations in the GTA — walk-in showers, grab bars, wider doorways — keep families safe and independent. Plus: Ontario grants that help cover the cost.
Before You Renovate: The Most Expensive Mistakes Toronto Homeowners Make (and What to Do Instead)
Planning a renovation in Toronto or the GTA? Learn the costliest mistakes homeowners make — from skipping permits to hiring the cheapest contractor — and how to avoid every one of them.
The Benefits of Building a Custom Home vs. Buying an Existing Property
When searching for a new home in Toronto or the GTA, homeowners often face a major decision: should they buy an existing property or build a custom home tailored to their needs?
From Concept to Completion: The Custom Home Process Explained
Building or renovating a custom home is one of the most exciting—and complex—projects a homeowner can undertake. Whether you’re constructing a new custom residence, adding a major home extension, or undertaking a full luxury renovation,
Eco-Friendly Renovation Strategies for High-End GTA Homes
Eco-friendly home renovations are becoming a major priority for homeowners across Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area. High-end homeowners are increasingly looking for ways to combine luxury design with environmentally responsible building
Fire Pits, Pergolas, and Outdoor Lounges: Backyard Upgrade Ideas for Summer
Summer in Toronto is the perfect time to enjoy outdoor living. As homeowners increasingly look to expand their living spaces beyond the interior of their homes, backyard renovations have become one of the most popular seasonal upgrades.
