A whole home renovation is the most comprehensive project you can undertake, and when it's planned and executed properly, it's also the most transformative. Every room, every system, every finish considered together as one cohesive result.
What’s Involved
When a project spans the entire home, the coordination behind it is just as important as the craftsmanship. We take on the full responsibility of general contracting, pulling permits, scheduling trades, sourcing materials, and making sure every phase of the build is completed in the right order, to the right standard, before the next one begins.
What to Expect From Us
Whole home renovations are long projects, and a lot can change along the way. Our job is to absorb that complexity on your behalf — making decisions where we can, bringing the right ones to you, and making sure the project never stalls because something wasn't thought through.
Our Process
Overview
The underlying approach to how we treat you and your home remains rooted in the same care, attentiveness and expertise we express in every job.
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The first step is simple — reach out and tell us about your project. We'll have a conversation to understand what you're after, answer any early questions, and figure out whether we're the right team for the job.
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We come to you and walk the space in person before putting anything on paper. This is where we ask the right questions, assess what's involved, and start building a clear picture of your project.
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After the consultation we put together a detailed, itemized quote — not a ballpark. We walk you through every line together so you have a full understanding of the scope before committing to anything.
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Once you're ready to go, we get you on the schedule and walk you through exactly what to expect from start to finish. Before work begins, you'll have a clear picture of the timeline, who will be on site, and how the project will unfold.
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Throughout the build you'll always know what's happening and why. We keep the site tidy at the end of every day, the updates regular, and handle anything unexpected with honesty and care.
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When the work is complete we do a thorough walkthrough together and take care of any final touches before sign-off. Everything we build is backed by our two-year workmanship warranty.
FAQs
Common questions we receive about whole-home renovations
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A whole home renovation is the most comprehensive renovation type, it typically covers every room in the house and may involve structural changes, full systems upgrades (plumbing, electrical, HVAC), and a complete interior overhaul. Depending on the condition of the home and the scope of work, it can range from a full cosmetic refresh across all rooms to a gut renovation that takes the house back to the studs.
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Whole home renovations vary enormously based on the size of the home, the extent of the work, and the level of finish. As a broad guide:
Cosmetic refresh across all rooms: $80,000–$150,000
Mid-range full renovation (new finishes, systems updates, some layout changes): $150,000–$400,000
Full-gut renovation or high-end transformation: $400,000–$900,000+
These are broad ranges, the only way to get an accurate number is through a thorough on-site assessment and a detailed, itemized quote.
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Most whole home renovations take 3–8 months for construction, depending on scope. More complex projects involving permits, structural changes, or extensive systems work will be on the longer end. We'll build out a detailed schedule before work begins so you know what to expect at each phase.
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Almost always. Any work involving structural changes, plumbing, electrical, or mechanical systems will require permits across municipalities in the North Shore and Greater Vancouver. For a project of this scale, permit coordination is a significant part of the process. We manage this on your behalf and work with the relevant municipal authorities to keep the project moving.
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Whole home renovations require careful planning, precise sequencing, and strong communication. Before work begins, we develop a detailed project plan covering phases, trade scheduling, material lead times, and decision timelines. We act as the general contractor, coordinating all trades, managing the site, and keeping you informed throughout.
You'll always have a clear picture of where the project is, what's coming next, and what decisions need to be made. For a project of this size, communication isn't just a courtesy, it's how the project stays on track.
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In a project of this scale, unexpected discoveries are common — especially in older homes across the North Shore and Greater Vancouver. Hidden moisture damage, outdated wiring, non-compliant structures from previous work, or asbestos in older materials are all things we encounter regularly.
When something comes up, we stop, document what we found, and walk you through the options clearly before any additional work proceeds. You'll never be presented with a surprise on your invoice. Our approach is to handle the unexpected calmly, think it through thoroughly, and come to you with a solution we're confident in.
“I can’t say enough good things about this team. They were so great to work with - excellent communication, punctual, beyond reliable and most importantly did a fantastic job.”
— J Mitchell, North Vancouver
We’re ready to start your whole-home project
Book your free consultation with our design team today and be on your way to your dream renovation.
