What’s New Here’s what the crew of Above Board Carpentry are up to 1 month ago lh3.googleusercontent.com Introducing our winter's project: Board and batten siding & soffit & fascia on a cottage. There were many layers to this project, about 4 of them, to ensure this cottage is protected from the elements for years to come. (We did have one surprise so pay attention!) ... See more View on facebook 1 month ago Sunday April 26th Above Board Carpentry will be the feature contractor on Season 1, Episode 1 of Scott's Vacation Rules. I am pretty excited. Join us, at your homes, and watch this episode. View on facebook 2 months ago Photos from Above Board Carpentry's post With spring just around the corner, we will miss working outside in this winter season. We really did have some beautiful winter days. View on facebook 2 months ago BEWARE... during economically challenging times there tends to be an increase of "carpenters" around. Many people don't realize that Carpentry is a voluntary trade. This means that you don't have to be trained or tested on the Building Code, on best practices or on skills to call yourself a carpenter. It also means that anyone with any level of knowledge, or no knowledge at all, can call themselves a carpenter. Ensure that you are protected. 1. Ask your carpenter if they are licenced. It doesn't mean they run a good business but it does mean they had to work under another licenced carpenter for 3-4 years and pass a Provincially regulated test. 2. Ask for references, and follow up on them. 3. Look at a portfolio of their work. 4. Be sure they are operating with appropriate insurance. 2 million is the recommended minimum. They can provide you with a Certificate of Insurance for free from their broker. 5. Ask them if they are going to be the constructor. If they are not the constructor (a legal term in contracts) then you are liable for any accidents. 6. Ask what is their warranty. 2 years is normal for renovation work. Always be concerned if: 1. They are available right away 2. They accept cash as payment. It is difficult to operate a legitimate business on cash. 3. Printed plans are not produced. 4. The discussion of a permit doesn't come up. 5. Be VERY concerned if they do plumbing and electrical work too. I have always found it odd that you MUST be licenced to do electrical, plumbing, HVAC and many other trades, but the provincial and federal governments don't have any concern about who builds the structure around those systems. Above Board Carpentry has committed itself to the training and licencing of staff. Make sure your project is being completed by a company with the same values. ... See more View on facebook 2 months ago Photos from Above Board Carpentry's post We had the priviledge have a part on a cottage for ACM Designs and look at the kitchen transformation. Stay tuned for more transformations from this cottage. View on facebook 2 months ago In response to COVID-19 Above Board Carpentry continues to remain current on the situation. We urge all people to take this situation seriously so that we can move on to business as usual as soon as possible. During this time we will continue to provide all our clients digital updates, as we normally do, and we will ONLY meet digitally for site visits. If you require help with this please contact Sarah @ 705-455-2196. She will guide you through options such as Google Duo or Facetime. We appreciate your cooperation in this matter as we aim to lessen the impact to our staff and greater economy while ensuring the health and safety of all. ... See more View on facebook 2 months ago https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=2755230321257459&id=520658751381305 View on facebook 3 months ago Part 2 of the new window in a log cabin. View on facebook 3 months ago Check out this window upgrade. View on facebook 4 months ago Above Board Carpentry is continuing in product and systems education at @tilemaster with wedi Deutschland View on facebook « ‹ 1 of 8 › »
