Commercial Renos FAQs

• Should I contact my insurance company during a renovation?

  Absolutely. Make them aware of the project. Also ask if it will require any further coverage. You should also make sure that the contractor you are hiring is insured for general liability and workman's compensation. Read More...

• When is the best time of year to get started on a renovation?

  The best time is now. Although some things, such as exterior painting, are best left to warmer weather, most renovations can occur year round. Even window and door replacements can be done in the winter. Installations are planned to minimize the time the interior of your home is exposed to cold weather. Read More...

• What is your area of expertise?

  Nord Alta is a full service general contracting company. We provide both residential and commercial renovation services. These include kitchen, bathroom, living room, basement and home office renovations, as well as commercial lease hold improvements, custom home projects and barrier free remodelling. We only use licensed sub-trades for licensed sub-trade work. We guarantee that a plumber will be doing the plumbing work and an electrician will be doing electrical work and not the other way around. This philosophy ensures that our work gets done by qualified, experienced personnel, many of whom have worked with us for years. Read More...

• Can we continue to work or operate in our building while you work on it?

  The size of the renovation and the impact that it will have on your building usability will ultimately dictate whether or not you can continue to work there through the construction process. Small projects can usually be completed with minimal interruption to your building or your staff. And if necessary Nord Alta Construction can work on projects after hours to minimize the impact. Read More...

• Are there elements that should be considered in every commercial renovation?

  Yes. But depending on the overall scope of your project these can vary wildly between projects. Everything from lights, to flooring, to entrance and flow and so many more elements need to be considered that the best way to do it is to look at your original plan and work through it with us. We are happy to help you through this process and pride ourselves in being able to help our commercial clients work through each element before the renovation project begins. Read More...

• Should I come up with designs before contacting you to start my commercial renovation?

  Yes. Commercial renovation and construction projects require additional planning, engineering, and/or designs. The more information you can provide in regards to your project, the easier it is to come up with an overall project scope and reasonable timeline for completion. Read More...