{"id":238882,"date":"2025-11-27T20:23:19","date_gmt":"2025-11-27T20:23:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/evertise.net\/?p=128776"},"modified":"2025-11-27T20:23:19","modified_gmt":"2025-11-27T20:23:19","slug":"ontarios-housing-slowdown-fuels-a-renovation-revival","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ipsnews.net\/business\/2025\/11\/27\/ontarios-housing-slowdown-fuels-a-renovation-revival\/","title":{"rendered":"Ontario\u2019s Housing Slowdown Fuels a Renovation Revival"},"content":{"rendered":"

Homeowners shift from building new to enhancing what they have\u2014investing in energy-efficient upgrades that improve comfort and value.<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

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Toronto, Ontario <\/b>\u2014 Ontario\u2019s housing market continues to cool, with the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (<\/span>CMHC<\/span><\/a>) projecting a fourth consecutive annual decline in housing starts across Ontario\u2019s central markets. The slowdown\u2014driven by weaker condominium activity, high financing costs, and limited land availability\u2014comes even as resale conditions begin to recover and affordability pressures persist. With new home construction struggling to gain momentum, more Ontarians are focusing on modernizing the homes they already own.<\/span><\/p>\n

Nationwide, private renovation spending is estimated at $54 billion in 2025 (<\/span>IBISWorld<\/span><\/a>), reinforcing that upgrades and retrofits are becoming the preferred path to improving comfort, efficiency, and property value. In Ontario, renovation costs have surged more than 90% since 2017 (<\/span>Statistics Canada<\/span><\/a>), but modest declines early this year (\u20130.3% provincially; \u20130.5% in Toronto) suggest a more stable environment for homeowners to invest in upgrades. Popular projects include <\/span>energy-efficient windows, enhanced insulation, and soundproofing improvements<\/b>, reflecting the province\u2019s shift toward long-term livability over new construction.<\/span><\/p>\n

This \u201crenovation-first\u201d mindset is shaping a new era for home improvement, and Clera Windows + Doors\u2019 Brilliance Windows are designed for it. Built in Ontario and backed by almost 50 years of local manufacturing expertise, Brilliance integrates modern thermal and acoustic engineering to meet evolving homeowner priorities.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cWe\u2019re seeing a clear pivot from new builds to smarter, sustainability-driven renovations,\u201d said Adam Kwasnicki, VP, Sales and Marketing, at Clera Windows + Doors. \u201cBrilliance is our response to that shift, offering high-performance, energy-efficient solutions that enhance comfort and elevate the value of existing homes.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

As market conditions stabilize and government incentives continue to promote energy-efficient home upgrades, the outlook for Ontario\u2019s renovation market remains strong through 2026. For homeowners looking to reduce energy use and modernize their property, Clera\u2019s <\/span>Brilliance windows<\/span><\/a> stand ready to support that transition.<\/span><\/p>\n

About Clera Windows + Doors<\/b><\/p>\n

Founded in 1978, <\/span>Clera Windows + Doors<\/span><\/a> is one of Ontario\u2019s leading vinyl window and door manufacturers, known for its commitment to quality, craftsmanship, and energy efficiency. Every product is designed, engineered, and manufactured in Ontario to exceed industry standards for energy efficiency, durability, and acoustic performance. With a fully integrated operation\u2014from design and manufacturing to installation and service\u2014Clera provides homeowners with durable, customizable solutions built for the Canadian climate.<\/span><\/p>\n

Contact Name: Adam Kwasnicki, VP Sales & Marketing<\/span><\/p>\n

Company Name: Clera Windows + Doors<\/span><\/p>\n

Contact Number: 905-738-1870<\/span><\/p>\n

Contact Email: adam@clerawindows.com <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Homeowners shift from building new to enhancing what they have\u2014investing in energy-efficient upgrades that improve comfort and value. Toronto, Ontario \u2014 Ontario\u2019s housing market continues to cool, with the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) projecting a fourth consecutive annual decline in housing starts across Ontario\u2019s central markets. 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