Reg Piquette
Owner, Quality Contracting
Windows • Doors • Siding | Serving Harfred, Sturgeon Falls, Verner & West Nipissing
Windows, Doors & Siding in Crystal Falls
Hometech Exclusive DealerWSIB-Insured Crews$5 Million LiabilityRoyal Preferred Contractor
Windows, Doors & Siding in Crystal Falls
Out here in Crystal Falls, your home has to stand on its own. When a winter storm rolls through or the power goes out, you can’t wait for someone to drive up from the city. That’s exactly why the work has to be done right the first time—and why you need a contractor who actually shows up when something goes wrong.
Quality Contracting has been serving rural properties like yours since 1996. Reg Piquette grew up just down Highway 17 in Verner, and after 30 years running his own business, he understands what rural homeowners need: products built to survive when you’re not there to babysit them, installation done properly so you’re not chasing callbacks, and a contractor who’s close enough to actually help when you need it.
When you call Quality Contracting, you deal with the owner from Day One to the final walkthrough. No salespeople. No runaround. Just Reg, his crew, and the accountability that comes from a neighbour you can actually find at 89 Principal Street in Verner.
Protecting Crystal Falls Homes from Rural Realities
Crystal Falls homeowners face challenges that suburban contractors don't understand. Your property needs to perform year-round, whether you're there or not. We've been working on rural properties throughout West Nipissing for nearly 30 years—we know exactly what works out here and what fails.
Rural Isolation & Self-Sufficiency
When you’re out on Massey Drive or along Whitson Lake Road, you can’t afford to have a contractor who disappears after the cheque clears. If a window seal fails in February or a door won’t latch properly during a cold snap, you need someone who will actually show up—not a 1-800 number in Toronto.
Our Solution:
We're based in Verner—just down Highway 17. When you call, Reg answers.The Warranty That Sticks means we come back and make it right, no runaroundWSIB-insured crews who know rural properties and respect your landNearly 30 years serving this exact region—we're not going anywhere
Extreme Weather Exposure
Rural properties in the Crystal Falls area take the full force of Northern Ontario weather. There’s no neighbouring building to block the wind, no tree line that hasn’t been tested by ice storms. Your windows, doors, and siding are your first and only line of defence.
Our Solution:
Hometech Contour Series windows in double-pane and triple-pane options—built for -40°CFoam perimeter insulation around EVERY frame, not just a few spotsSteel and fiberglass doors with foam-core insulation and complete weatherstrippingRoyal siding systems with flashing at all penetrations—no gaps for wind or moisture
Wildlife & Pest Prevention
Rural properties attract wildlife looking for warm spots to nest. Gaps in siding, poorly sealed soffits, and improperly flashed penetrations are open invitations for mice, squirrels, and insects.
Our Solution:
Flashing installed at all penetrations to block entry pointsAll seams taped for airtight performanceWe inspect existing walls for damage before covering anything upComplete caulking of all openings and penetrations
Close-to-Home Accountability
Here’s what makes Crystal Falls different from other rural communities we serve: you’re practically our neighbour. Our headquarters is in Verner—just a few minutes down the road. When something needs attention, we’re not driving in from hours away. We’re already here.
Our Commitment:
Based in Verner—one of the closest contractors you'll findNearly 30 years serving properties throughout this exact areaThe Warranty That Sticks—as long as we're in town, you're coveredWhen you call, Reg answers. When something needs fixing, we show up fast.
Exterior Renovations Built for Rural Living
Every installation follows our meticulous checklist—because out here, cutting corners costs you more than money. It costs you peace of mind.
Windows — Hometech Authorized Dealer
Exclusive carrier of Hometech Contour Series—engineered for properties that face Northern Ontario’s worst without shelter. Reduce your heating costs by up to 25% and stop worrying about drafts when the temperature drops.
What You Get:
Lifetime Warranty on Contour Series windowsCasement, Awning, Double Hung, Slider, and Specialty ShapesArgon gas fill for maximum thermal performanceFoam insulation around entire frame perimeter — no cold spots
Learn More About Our WindowsOur Window Installation Always Includes:
Tarp installation to protect your home and landscapingVerify new window is correct size and styleCarefully remove interior casing to minimize wall damageClean opening and check for rotting wood or wet insulationFoam insulation around entire frame perimeterNew interior trim with filled nail holes and touch-upExterior aluminum capping and caulkingOperation and maintenance demonstrationDaily cleanup and refuse removal
Doors — Novatech • Masonite • Verre Select
Your entry door is your home’s first line of defence—and out here, it has to work every single time. We install premium doors with foam-core insulation, complete hardware, and airtight weatherstripping that stands up to rural conditions.
What You Get:
Steel and fiberglass entry doors with decorative glass optionsSliding patio doors for outdoor access without energy lossGarden doors for year-round functionalityComplete hardware installation—deadbolts, security hinges, threshold sealing
Learn More About Our DoorsOur Door Installation Always Includes:
Tarp installation to protect your homeVerify new door is correct size, style, and swing directionCarefully remove existing door and frameClean opening and check for rotting woodFoam insulation around entire frame perimeterComplete hardware installationWeatherstripping verification and adjustmentThreshold sealing for airtight performanceExterior capping and caulkingOperation and maintenance demonstrationDaily cleanup and refuse removal
Siding — Royal Preferred Contractor | Gentek
As a Royal Preferred & Gentek Contractor, your siding warranty covers both product defects AND improper installation. That protection matters when your property sits exposed to Northern Ontario’s elements year-round.
What You Get:
Vinyl, aluminum, and engineered wood with insulated optionsWe check for rot BEFORE installing — never cover up problemsComplete soffit and fascia systems for a unified look
Learn More About Our SidingOur Siding Installation Always Includes:
Strip and dispose of old siding (if required)Check all walls for rotting wood or wet insulationInstall insulation boards (if requested)Tape all seams for airtight performanceInstall flashing to prevent air and insect infiltrationRemove and reinstall light fixtures, doorbells, house numbersMake soffit ventilation holes (if required)Straighten walls as much as possible during installCaulk all openings and penetrationsDaily cleanup and refuse removal
Double-Pane vs. Triple-Pane Windows: Which Is Right for Your Crystal Falls Home?
Double-Pane Windows
Two panes with argon gas fillExcellent—significant upgrade from single-pane15-20% reduction in heating costsGood—handles most conditions wellGood noise reductionMost Hagar homes; excellent value and performanceBudget-friendly with strong ROILifetime Warranty
Triple-Pane Windows
Three panes (1 3/8") with argon gas fillSuperior—30% better insulation than double-pane20-25% reduction in heating costsExcellent—virtually eliminates condensationSuperior sound dampeningMaximum comfort; exposed locations; long-term investmentPremium investment with maximum performanceLifetime Warranty
Serving Homeowners Across Crystal Falls & River Valley
You'll frequently see Quality Contracting trucks and WSIB-insured crews working in and around:
Crystal FallsHighway 17 propertiesMassey DriveWhitson Lake RoadHagar area
We're active daily along Highway 17, ensuring we're always nearby for a consultation or service call. Our crews have completed projects throughout the River Valley area and surrounding communities including Warren, Field, and Verner.
From our headquarters at 89 Principal Street in Verner, Crystal Falls is right in our backyard. We've been driving these roads for nearly 30 years. When you call, Reg answers. When something needs fixing, we show up.
From our headquarters at 89 Principal Street in Verner, Crystal Falls is right in our backyard. We've been driving these roads for nearly 30 years. When you call, Reg answers. When something needs fixing, we show up.
Frequently Asked Questions from Crystal Falls Homeowners
Q: Do you charge more to travel to Crystal Falls?
A: No. Crystal Falls and River Valley are part of our core service area—we’re on Highway 17 regularly and have been servicing this community for nearly 30 years. You get the same quality and accountability as any homeowner in West Nipissing.
Q: Are your installation crews insured for work on rural properties?
A: Yes. Every project is handled by WSIB-insured, fully licensed installation crews. We carry $5 million in liability coverage. We handle permits and logistics so you can have a worry-free renovation.
Q: What is the "Warranty That Sticks"?
A: Most contractors disappear when the product warranty ends—or sooner. Reg has been running his business here in West Nipissing since 1996 and isn’t going anywhere. If something needs fixing, you call the same number and Reg’s team takes care of it—not a call centre.
Q: Should I choose double-pane or triple-pane windows?
A: It depends on your exposure. For properties with some tree cover or shelter, double-pane delivers excellent performance at a better price point. For fully exposed properties that take the full brunt of winter with no windbreaks, triple-pane is worth the investment—the extra pane makes a real difference. During your estimate, Reg will walk your property and give you honest advice based on what he sees.
Q: How do you handle the challenges of rural properties?
A: We’ve been working on rural properties throughout West Nipissing since 1996. We understand that your home needs to perform when you’re not there to monitor it. That means proper installation the first time, products engineered for extreme conditions, and a contractor close enough to actually help if something goes wrong.
Q: How do you prevent pest infiltration with new siding?
A: We install flashing under insulation boards, tape all seams, and caulk every opening. Soffit ventilation is done properly—airflow without entry points. Nearly 30 years on rural properties has taught us exactly where mice, squirrels, and insects try to get in.
Q: How long does a window or door installation take?
A: Most single window or door replacements are completed in one day. Whole-home exterior projects typically take 3-5 days depending on scope. We provide a clear timeline before any work begins—no surprises.
Q: Do you offer financing for Crystal Falls homeowners?
A: Yes. We offer financing up to $100,000 with quick approval. Find out if you qualify in seconds—no obligation, no commitment. A whole-home transformation may be more affordable than you think, and the energy savings start paying you back from Day One.
Q: How much can I save on heating with new windows?
A: Homeowners typically see 15-20% reduction in heating costs with double-pane windows and 20-25% with triple-pane windows when properly installed. On rural properties with full wind exposure, the savings can be even more significant.
A Warranty That Actually Sticks
Most contractors disappear once the product warranty runs out — or sooner. We don't.
Lifetime Product Warranty
Exclusive carrier of Hometech Windows with Lifetime Warranty on Contour Series
Installation Guarantee
If the seal fails or the window doesn't perform, we come back and make it right
Local Accountability
We're at 89 Principal Street, Verner — an address you can drive to, not a P.O. box or 1-800 number
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About the Author
Reg Piquette — Owner, Quality Contracting
Reg Piquette has been serving West Nipissing homeowners since 1996. Raised on a dairy farm in Verner and trained in the window and door trade by his uncles who ran one of Canada’s largest renovation companies, Reg built Quality Contracting on a simple philosophy: show up when you say you will, do the job right, and stand behind your work.
30 years later, Reg still personally estimates every job and oversees every project. His crew — including Blair St. Aubin (Crew Lead/Foreman), who’s been with Quality Contracting for 24 years, and Marc St. Onge (Technician/Installer), who’s been with the team for 8 years — shares his commitment to meticulous craftsmanship and honest pricing.
When Reg’s not installing windows or checking on job sites, you’ll find him on the trails with his sled or ATV, out on the boat, or watching hockey. He’s also a proud supporter of the community — sponsoring local soccer teams, hockey programs, and volunteering wherever he’s needed.
