Reg Piquette
Owner, Quality Contracting
Windows • Doors • Siding | Serving Notre-Dame-du-Lac, Sturgeon Falls, Verner & West Nipissing
Windows, Doors & Siding in Notre-Dame-du-Lac
Hometech Exclusive DealerWSIB-Insured Crews$5 Million LiabilityRoyal Preferred Contractor
Windows, Doors & Siding in Notre-Dame-du-Lac
Notre-Dame-du-Lac is one of West Nipissing’s treasured French-Canadian communities—a place where heritage homes stand alongside the lake and families have put down roots for generations. Quality Contracting understands what it means to care for an older home while bringing it into the modern age. We’ve been serving this community and surrounding areas since 1996, upgrading windows, doors, and siding on heritage properties while respecting the character that makes them special.
Reg Piquette grew up on a dairy farm in Verner and has deep roots in the Franco-Ontarian community. After 30 years running his own business, he knows these homes—the solid construction of an earlier era, the challenges of updating them for today’s energy standards, and the importance of doing it right. When you call Quality Contracting, you’re not getting an out-of-town crew that doesn’t understand the area. You’re getting a neighbour who’s been working on homes like yours for three decades.
From Day One to the final walkthrough, you deal directly with Reg. No salespeople. No runaround. Just honest advice from the guy who stands behind every job.
Protecting Notre-Dame-du-Lac Homes: Heritage Meets Modern Efficiency
Older homes in Notre-Dame-du-Lac were built to last—but they weren’t built for today’s energy costs. The good news? You don’t have to choose between preserving your home’s character and cutting your heating bills. With the right products and proper installation, you can have both.
Heritage Home Upgrades
Many homes in Notre-Dame-du-Lac have been standing for decades—solid construction that’s weathered generations of Northern Ontario winters. But original windows and doors, no matter how well-made, can’t match modern energy efficiency. The key is upgrading thoughtfully, with products that complement your home’s character.
Our Approach:
Window styles that respect your home’s architectural characterCareful removal of existing frames to minimize damage to original trim and wallsCustom-fit installations—no forcing modern products into heritage openingsColour and finish options that complement older home aesthetics
Modern Energy Efficiency
Heating an older home through a West Nipissing winter gets expensive when you’re dealing with drafty windows and doors that have lost their seal. Modern triple-pane windows and insulated doors can dramatically reduce heat loss—without changing your home’s appearance from the outside.
Our Solution:
Hometech Contour Series with 1 3/8” triple glaze—up to 25% reduction in heating costsFoam perimeter insulation around EVERY frame, sealing the gaps that waste energySteel and fiberglass doors with foam-core insulation—period-appropriate styles availableInsulated siding options that add a thermal barrier without changing your home’s look
Lake Property Challenges
Properties near the lake face additional challenges: humidity that accelerates rot, wind-driven rain that finds every gap, and temperature swings that stress materials. Heritage homes near the water need products and installation techniques designed for these conditions.
Our Solution:
We check ALL walls for rot and moisture damage BEFORE installing new sidingFlashing at all penetrations to prevent water infiltrationTriple-pane windows that handle humidity and temperature differentialsPremium weatherstripping and threshold sealing on all doors
Rural Community Accountability
In a close-knit community like Notre-Dame-du-Lac, reputation is everything. Quality Contracting has been serving families throughout West Nipissing since 1996. Reg’s roots are here—he understands what it means to be accountable to your neighbours.
Our Commitment:
Based in Verner—a neighbour, not an outsider30 years running his own business, serving French-Canadian communities throughout West NipissingThe Warranty That Sticks—as long as we’re in town, you’re coveredWhen you call, Reg answers. When something needs fixing, we show up
Residential Window Sales & Installation in Notre-Dame-du-Lac
Exclusive carrier of Hometech Contour Series with 1 3/8” Triple Glaze—modern energy efficiency in styles that complement heritage architecture. Cut your heating costs dramatically while preserving your home’s character.
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
Entry Door Sales & Installation in Notre-Dame-du-Lac
Your entry door makes a statement about your home—and on a heritage property, it matters even more. We install premium doors with period-appropriate styles, foam-core insulation, and weatherstripping that keeps the cold out while honouring your home’s character.
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, Soffit & Fascia Installation in Notre-Dame-du-Lac
Heritage homes often have siding that’s reached the end of its life—or original wood that’s showing its age. As a Royal Preferred & Gentek Contractor, we install modern siding systems that protect your home while offering styles that complement traditional architecture.
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 Notre-Dame-du-Lac 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
The “Quality Standard” vs. The “Cheap Fix”
In the renovation industry, a “cheap” job is often the most expensive one you’ll ever buy—because it has to be done twice. This is especially true along the Highway 17 corridor, where conditions punish shortcuts.
The “Cheap” Way
Air-filled double-pane—seals fail faster under lake humidity and freeze-thawMinimal foam—gaps become pest highways on vacant propertiesNew siding over rotting wood—damage spreads unchecked while you’re awayNo flashing—wind-driven rain and insects find every gapBasic weatherstripping—fails after first lake-effect winterContractor from Toronto—good luck getting warranty service up here
The Quality Way
Argon-filled double or triple-pane—engineered for deep-lake exposure and extreme coldFoam perimeter insulation around ENTIRE frame—sealed against cold, moisture, and wildlifeCheck ALL walls for rot and wet insulation BEFORE installingFlashing at every penetration plus taped seams—sealed against Temagami’s exposureFoam perimeter + compression weatherstripping + proper threshold sealingThe Warranty That Sticks—we’ve been on Highway 11 for nearly 30 years
The Hometown Advantage: We’re at 89 Principal Street, Verner—straight down Highway 17 from Warren. This isn’t a “remote service area” for us—it’s our regular route. Out-of-town contractors from Sudbury are happy to take your money but disappear when warranty work is needed. We don’t.
Serving Homeowners Across Notre-Dame-du-Lac & Surrounding Areas
You’ll frequently see Quality Contracting trucks and WSIB-insured crews working in and around:
Notre-Dame-du-LacRural homesteadsLake propertiesChurch areaFrench-Canadian community areas
From our headquarters at 89 Principal Street in Verner, Notre-Dame-du-Lac is right in our core West Nipissing service area. We’ve been working on heritage homes and lake properties throughout this community for three decades.
Our crews have completed projects throughout Notre-Dame-du-Lac and surrounding communities including Sturgeon Falls, Verner, Field, and River Valley. When you call, Reg answers. When something needs fixing, we show up.
Our crews have completed projects throughout Notre-Dame-du-Lac and surrounding communities including Sturgeon Falls, Verner, Field, and River Valley. When you call, Reg answers. When something needs fixing, we show up.
Frequently Asked Questions from Notre-Dame-du-Lac Homeowners
Q: Do you have experience with heritage and older homes?
A: Absolutely. We’ve been working on older homes throughout West Nipissing since 1996. After 30 years running his own business, Reg understands how to upgrade heritage properties for modern efficiency while respecting their architectural character. Careful removal, custom fitting, and appropriate product selection are key.
Q: Can I get energy-efficient windows that match my older home’s style?
A: Yes. Hometech offers a range of styles and colours that complement heritage architecture. Modern triple-pane technology comes in traditional profiles—you don’t have to sacrifice character for efficiency.
Q: How much can I save on heating by upgrading an older home’s windows?
A: Homeowners with older single-pane or early double-pane windows often see 20–30% reduction in heating costs with modern triple-pane windows and proper installation. For heritage homes that have never been upgraded, the savings can be dramatic.
Q: What’s the difference between double-pane and triple-pane windows?
A: Triple-pane windows like our Hometech Contour Series with 1 3/8” glass and argon fill provide roughly 30% better insulation than standard double-pane. In a heritage home that’s never been upgraded, the difference in comfort and heating costs is significant—especially through a West Nipissing winter.
Q: Do you charge more to travel to Notre-Dame-du-Lac?
A: No. Notre-Dame-du-Lac is part of our core West Nipissing service area. We’re based in Verner and have been serving this community for decades. Same quality, same accountability, same pricing.
Q: What is the “Warranty That Sticks”?
A: Most contractors disappear when the product warranty ends—or sooner. At Quality Contracting, we stay in your corner. As long as we’re in town, you’re covered. If something needs fixing, you call the same number and Reg’s team takes care of it—not a call centre.
Q: How do you handle lake property challenges like humidity and moisture?
A: Before any siding goes up, we check ALL walls for rot and moisture damage—problems common near the lake. We install flashing at all penetrations and tape all seams. Triple-pane windows handle the humidity and temperature differentials that waterfront properties experience.
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. Heritage homes sometimes need extra care, and we’ll provide a clear timeline during your estimate.
Q: Do you offer financing for Notre-Dame-du-Lac 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: Are your crews insured?
A: Yes. All crews are WSIB-insured (Workplace Safety and Insurance Board), protecting you from liability. We also carry $5 million in liability insurance.
Should You Repair or Replace? Honest Guidance for Notre-Dame-du-Lac Homeowners
We believe in honest, upfront advice. We’ll never sell you a replacement if a repair is the better value.
Repair May Work If:
Single pane cracked but frame is airtighHardware issue on otherwise solid windowMinor weatherstripping wear
Replacement Is Likely Needed If:
Condensation between panes (seal failure from lake humidity)Converting three-season cottage to year-round useWindows are 15–20+ years old, single or double paneVisible rot in frame or sill—accelerated by lake exposureIsland property with 360° wind exposure overwhelming current windows
Repair May Work If:
Hardware needs replacement but door is solidWeatherstripping worn but replaceableMinor sticking that adjustment can fix
Replacement Is Likely Needed If:
Visible daylight around door frameWind-driven rain getting past threshold from lake exposureRot visible in frame, sill, or thresholdSecurity concerns on remote or island propertyConverting seasonal property to year-round use
Repair May Work If:
Minor damage to a single panelCaulking needs refreshing around openingsSmall area affected, rest of siding sound
Replacement Is Likely Needed If:
Evidence of rot or moisture behind existing sidingWildlife damage or pest infiltration through gapsWind-driven rain penetrating walls on exposed lakefrontNo insulation behind siding—critical for year-round conversion
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.
