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Amsted is proud to announce we have been recognized for our seventh consecutive Guildmaster Award with Highest Distinction. This award honours companies across North America who demonstrate exceptional customer service in the residential construction industry.
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Adding a splash of color or a selecting a dramatic tile pattern are great ways to create drama in the finishes of your kitchen renovation. But there are a few elements that should be considered at the outset of renovation planning, to ensure you are creating an efficient space that will be comfortable to work…
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If your home was built before 1990 (as many homes are), if you’re planning to take on a home improvement project (as many people are), and if you don’t know about asbestos (as many people don’t), then this article is for you! We will walk you through WHAT asbestos is, WHERE it can be found,…
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Renovating an existing home can make it feel new and exciting once again. While some renovations may be extensive, making small updates to individual rooms can also create a lasting impression on a limited budget.
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Considering renovating your home? Join us at the Glebe Community Center on Monday, February 27th to learn more about selecting a renovator and how the unique process of design-build will set you up for success!
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In the second segment of our first CTV appearance of the New Year, Amsted President Steve Barkhouse shares some great new gadgets, ideas and products to consider for your 2017 renovation plans.
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Amsted President Steve Barkhouse joins Leanne Cusack on CTV News at Noon for his first appearance of the New Year, showcasing two award-winning renovations that incorporate recent trends in kitchen and bath design for a stunning end result.
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Among peers from across the country, Amsted was honoured at the Canadian Contractor Outstanding Renovator & Custom Homebuilder Awards to take home the BRONZE in this inaugural year.
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This posting is now closed. We thank all who applied, with interest in joining our team. Amsted is seeking an A-player to join our award-winning team of Project Coordinators. Think you have what it takes to help turn homeowners’ dreams into reality?
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Amsted celebrates sales success at the Greater Ottawa Home Builders’ Association SAM Awards.
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Amsted is proud and honoured to share that we have been named a finalist for the inaugural Canadian Contractor Outstanding Renovator & Custom Homebuilder Award!
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With 25 years of experience, Amsted President Steve Barkhouse is well known for creating successful renovation projects. Join us for one of our upcoming seminars, and gain valuable information about renovating that will leave you feeling enthusiastic and well-prepared for planning your project.
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Steve Barkhouse joined Leanne Cusack this Halloween, to share spooky stories about bugs and rodents and how you can prevent your own home horror stories.
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The GOHBA Housing Design Awards were held on Saturday night, bringing together the best of the best in housing design in Ottawa. Amsted was proud and excited to accept two awards that evening!
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Creepy crawlies and things that go bump (or squeak) in the night are a homeowner’s worst nightmare. As the temperatures drop and the moisture levels increase, the fall sends crawling insects and nuisance wildlife in search of a more comfortable environment. Here are a few tips to deter critters of all kinds, before they get…
Read More Amsted was proud to feature a beautiful main floor renovation as one of 6 homes in Ottawa on the 2nd annual GOHBA Reno Tour. If you missed visiting the home in person, we’re pleased to share the before and after photos and project details here! We invite you to take a look through for some beautiful design inspiration.
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Join Steve Barkhouse and Leanne Cusack on CTV News at Noon as they showcase some of the most popular trim options. Steve also shares his best tips on how you can add glamour to your home, without the cost!
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When we think of trim, we often consider baseboards, crown mouldings, and door or window frames. But it’s important not to limit yourself to just these areas, and Steve Barkhouse joins Leanne Cusack on CTV News at Noon to share some before and after photos for inspiration!
Read More Amsted is seeking a reliable, energetic individual for part-time occasional support.
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By Anita Murray: He did it again! Topping off a 25th anniversary year in which respected renovator Steve Barkhouse and his team at Amsted Design-Build were named both the local and provincial renovator of the year in 2015, the company has managed the difficult feat of repeating as Ontario’s best.
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It has been an exciting month for Amsted, honoured for the second consecutive year as Ontario Renovator of the Year by the Ontario Home Builders’ Association.
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Every year staff from Amsted Design-Build and Restore-All Corporation make time to come together and volunteer for a weekend at Camp Smitty, a Boys & Girls Club of Ottawa initiative that ensures kids of all means have access to the summer camp experience.
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Anita Murray shares details on the five local companies whose projects were named finalists for the Ontario Home Builders’ Association Awards of Distinction.
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We are very proud to announce that Amsted has been nominated as a finalist in this year’s provincial and local awards!
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