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KAWARTHA LAKES

DESIGN-BUILD & PLANNING · LINDSAY, ON

Design-Build Contractor in Lindsay, ON

Henley Contracting is a design-build contractor in Lindsay for Victorian homes that need a full renewal and for new homes in and around town. We assess the old house first, plan what to keep and what to replace, coordinate the design and permits, and carry out the work with one team, so the character survives the update.

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Design-Build & Planning
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Lindsay, ON
REGION
Kawartha Lakes
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(905) 576-9714
Fully renovated red brick Victorian with restored trim, new windows and a rebuilt verandah in Lindsay, Ontario (illustration) – Design-Build Contractor in Lindsay, ON
01 / OVERVIEWDESIGN-BUILD & PLANNING · LINDSAY

DESIGN-BUILD & PLANNING · LINDSAY

Victorian renewals in Lindsay

A red brick Victorian in Lindsay can be a wonderful home once it is renewed, but the work is complex. The roof, windows, wiring, plumbing, insulation, kitchen and verandah may all need attention, and each affects the others.

Planning it as one design-build project lets you set priorities, phase the work if needed and avoid redoing anything. The order matters: structure and envelope before finishes, and the verandah rebuilt before the garden.

  • 01 / WHOLE-HOUSE PLAN

    Everything planned together.

  • 02 / PRIORITIES SET

    What must be done now and what can wait.

  • 03 / CHARACTER KEPT

    Trim, brick and windows respected.

  • 04 / CITY PERMITS

    Applications to the City of Kawartha Lakes.

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What a renewal covers

Envelope

Roof, windows, brick repair and insulation.

Systems

Wiring, plumbing and heating brought up to date.

Layout

Kitchen and main floor reworked for modern life.

Exterior

Trim and verandah restored.

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Phasing the work

Some owners renew a house over several years. A single plan shows what to do first so later stages build on earlier ones instead of undoing them.

Open kitchen and dining room in a renovated Victorian with an exposed brick wall and tall windows, Lindsay, Ontario (illustration) – Design-Build Contractor in Lindsay, ON
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Insulating an old brick house

Insulating a solid brick Victorian needs care. The wrong approach can trap moisture in the walls and damage the brick. We plan insulation and air sealing that suit the wall type, improving comfort and heating bills while protecting the masonry for the long term.

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New homes around Lindsay

Alongside renewals, we plan new homes in and around Lindsay, on town lots and rural parcels. Each starts the same way: understanding the site, the services and the rules, then designing and pricing together so the build stays on track.

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Working with a living house

Owners often live in a Lindsay Victorian while it is renewed. We plan the order of work so a kitchen, a bathroom and a warm bedroom are usable at each stage, and we contain dust and noise around the rooms you are still living in.

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Near Lindsay

We also plan and build in Fenelon Falls, Bobcaygeon and across Kawartha Lakes. See also major renovations in Lindsay.

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  • shannnon russell

    Having worked with Henley on Custom homes I can say their level of craftsmanship, attention to detail and overall experience as a trade on their sites is Great! They are very accommodating and a pleasure to work with. It's evident they care about their clients and the outcome of each and every project!

  • Abraham Omogeroh

    Great person to work with
    I will always recommend.

  • Marilyn Caccamo

    The quality of work is exceptional, and the owners are friendly, approachable, and have a wealth of knowledge in the industry.

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Frequently asked questions

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Can a renewal be done in phases?
Yes. A single plan sets the order so each phase builds on the last.
What should be done first in an old house?
Usually structure, roof, windows and systems, before finishes.
Who issues permits in Lindsay?
The City of Kawartha Lakes.
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