General Contractor in Durham
Renovations, additions, garages and new homes in Durham and the West Grey countryside around it.
Building in Durham and West Grey
Durham is a river town in the Municipality of West Grey, about half an hour west of our Markdale shop. It has a solid stock of older brick and frame houses, with farms and rural homes spread along the county roads around it.
We travel to Durham for jobs of every size. That can be a renovation inside an older house, an addition that gives a growing family more room, a detached garage, or a new home on a country lot.
Distance is not a problem. We plan our Durham jobs so the crew and the materials arrive together, and we keep you posted on the schedule as the work moves along.
Many Durham houses have been added onto and updated over the years. Before we plan anything new, we look at what was done before, so the new work lines up with the old and nothing is hidden behind fresh drywall.
What we check first in Durham
Durham has its own mix of old houses, river land and rural lots. These are the details that shape a build here.
We would rather raise these at the start than surprise you later.
- River lots. The Saugeen River runs through town. Land near the river or its valley can need a permit from Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority before any work starts.
- Low ground. On wet or low lying lots we pay close attention to grading, drainage and foundation waterproofing.
- Older homes. Renovations often uncover old wiring, plaster walls or framing built to an older standard, so we open things up carefully and plan for surprises.
- Permits. Building permits for Durham come from the Municipality of West Grey.
- Travel time. We schedule deliveries and crew days to keep the job moving without wasted trips.
- Winter. West Grey gets plenty of snow, so roofs, trusses and garage doors are built with that in mind.
Garages and bathrooms we have built
Every photo here is from a CKThompson job site. Ask Craig if you would like to see more work like yours.
The garage photos show the kind of detached and steel clad garages we build on rural and in town lots. The bathroom shows the finishing that goes into a renovation.
How we can help in Durham
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If your job covers more than one of these, such as a renovation that turns into an addition, one crew handles all of it and one person keeps it organized.
Repairs & Renos
Kitchens, bathrooms and whole floors in older Durham homes, with the structure checked as we go.
Framing & Additions
Add a room, a second storey or a sunroom that ties in properly with the original house.
Garages & Shops
Detached and attached garages and shops for vehicles, tools and storage.
Custom Homes
New homes on rural and in town lots across West Grey.
Interior Finishing
Bathrooms, trim, doors, stairs and built ins.
Project Management
One point of contact for permits, trades and scheduling on bigger jobs.
We also work in Grey County, Markdale, Beaver Valley, Owen Sound, Chatsworth, Flesherton, Blue Mountains and Meaford.
Questions from Durham homeowners
Do you take jobs in Durham?
Yes. Durham and the rest of West Grey are part of our service area. We are based in Markdale, about half an hour away.
My house is close to the Saugeen River. Is that a problem?
Not necessarily, but it does mean extra steps. Work near the river or its valley can need a permit from Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority, and we check that before planning anything else.
Can you renovate an older home without losing its character?
Yes. We match trim, keep original details where we can and only change what needs changing.
Who issues building permits in Durham?
The Municipality of West Grey. On jobs we manage, we prepare and submit the application.
How much will my renovation cost?
It depends on the size of the job, what we find when the walls are open and the finishes you choose. We give you a written quote after we see the house, and we tell you early if something unexpected changes the plan.
Do you build garages in Durham?
Yes. We build detached and attached garages and larger shops in Durham and across West Grey, with doors, power and insulation planned for how you will use the space.
Have a project in Durham?
Call Craig at 519-270-3060 or send us the details. We will set up a time to come and see it.