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Getting to Know the Professionals: Dave McNabb, AGM Renovations

November 11, 2020

AGM Renovations offers quality basement and bathroom finishing services throughout the GTA and the surrounding area. This week, we sat down with Dave McNabb, a sales consultant for AGM, to discuss what sets them apart from other basement specialists in the city. Interested in revamping your basement or bathroom? This is definitely one you’re going to want to read!

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PRC: Tell us about yourself and what you do.

DM: I am a sales professional for AGM Renovations. As the first company in Toronto to specialize exclusively in basement renovations, AGM has listened to clients for over 20 years. In doing so, we have developed a tried and true process that will help our customers achieve the basement of their dreams.

Basement living room with bar

PRC: What sets AGM Renovations apart from other basement specialists?

DM: I've done thorough research into many of our competitors and I can say, without a doubt, that AGM Renovations stands above all others. Not only because of our knowledge and experience in basement renovations, but also because of our credibility, reliability and professionalism. These values are displayed by our teams each and every day.

 

PRC: How has Covid affected your projects or business generally?

DM: Great question – it is very Interesting how many industries have either thrived or have been deprived throughout these past 7 months. It seems that the more people are spending time at home, the more they feel the urge to fix, change, remodel, or improve their living space.  In short, business is thriving.

Basement bar

PRC: AGM offers a pretty substantial warranty. Tell us about that and how you are able to do that (when many other companies can’t!).

DM: At AGM we provide a 5-year warranty, as opposed to the industry standard 1-year warranty you will receive from most of our competitors. We are able to provide this guarantee because we have spent years building partnerships with only the most skilled tradespeople and top material manufacturers who enable us to build basements and bathrooms that truly last.

Basement office and fooseball table

PRC: What is the most common challenge encountered with a basement renovation project?

DM: Historically within the industry, one of the biggest challenges has been material sourcing, lead time and availability. These can cause significant project delays. At AGM, we've overcome this by building a strong and reliable supply chain network that allows us to complete projects on time and on budget.

PRC: What are your favourite basement features?

DM: No question, it is our AGM Feature wall that can be accented by a fireplace and my personal preferred touch, barnwood. (See below)

AGM Feature Wall

PRC: What is your favourite neighbourhood in Toronto and why?

DM: Cabbagetown - I specifically love the rowhouses on Wellesley just east of Parliament St. Sure, they might be considered “small” but, they have a character to them which is second to none.

Lightning round:

  • PRC: Vanilla or Chocolate?
    DM: Chocolate
  • PRC: Winter or Summer?
    DM: Summer, obviously
  • PRC: Carpet or Hardwood?
    DM: Hardwood with an area rug
  • PRC: Paint or Wallpaper?
    DM: Paint – specifically chalkboard paint for a chalkboard wall
  • PRC: Basement theatre or basement gym?
    DM: Theatre; The outdoors is where the best exercise is done.

Interested in a quote for your basement renovation? For more information on AGM Renovations, contact Dave McNabb or visit their website https://www.agmbasements.com