Home Renovations · Commercial Drive, Vancouver
Home Renovation Contractors
in Commercial Drive, Vancouver
Whole-home renovations, additions, and major remodels for Commercial Drive properties. One contract, one team, one point of accountability.
Home Renovations in Commercial Drive, Vancouver
Why Commercial Drive, Vancouver Homeowners Choose Us
Major Commercial Drive renovations need a general contractor who can coordinate trades, pull permits, manage timelines, and stand behind the work. The Drive is tight-knit, walkable East Van — lots of 100-year-old character homes that need modern systems while keeping their soul. We act as your single point of contact — design, permits, demolition, framing, mechanical, finishes — all under one contract.
The Drive is tight-knit, walkable East Van — lots of 100-year-old character homes that need modern systems while keeping their soul.
Commercial Drive, Vancouver Areas We Serve
Housing Types We Work With
Character homes from the 1910s–40s, Vancouver Specials, converted duplexes
Commercial Drive, Vancouver Permit Info
The City of Vancouver requires building permits for any structural work, additions, or major renovations. Drawings, engineering, and often arborist/geotech reports may be required. Permit timelines in Vancouver range from 4–12 weeks depending on scope.
What We Offer
Home Renovations Services in Commercial Drive, Vancouver
Whole-Home Renovations
Full interior gut-and-rebuild for heritage homes, dated 1960s–80s stock, and newer homes being reconfigured. Everything from floor plans to finishes.
Additions & Second-Storey Builds
Ground-floor additions and second-storey add-ons including foundation work, structural engineering, roof extensions, and full finishing.
Open-Concept Conversions
Remove walls between kitchens, living rooms, and dining areas. Structural engineering, beam installs, and seamless finishing.
Heritage Restoration
Restoration of character homes in Vancouver heritage zones — preserving original details while modernizing mechanical systems.
Design-Build Services
In-house design with engineering coordination. Turn a vague "we want an addition" into a buildable, permitted plan.
Home Renovations Cost in Commercial Drive, Vancouver
Whole-home renovations in Metro Vancouver typically cost $200–$400 per sq ft. Additions run $400–$650/sq ft. Heritage restorations can exceed $500/sq ft. Most full renos land between $200,000 and $600,000 total.
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Commercial Drive Whole-Home Renovation
Scope: Full interior gut, kitchen and 3-bath rebuilds, structural wall removal with new beams, hardwood flooring, new electrical panel, HVAC upgrade
Duration: 5–7 months
This Commercial Drive renovation took a dated 1970s home and reconfigured it for modern family living. New open-plan kitchen/living, modernized bathrooms, upgraded mechanical systems, and refreshed exterior. Full permit process with Vancouver.
What Commercial Drive, Vancouver Homeowners Say
Home Renovations Reviews from Commercial Drive, Vancouver
“Pro Touch renovated our entire 1970s home. Communication was excellent, timeline was hit, and the finished work is beautiful.”
Homeowner
Commercial Drive
“They acted as our GC and coordinated everything — we only had one point of contact through the whole project. Stress-free.”
Homeowner
Commercial Drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Home Renovations in Commercial Drive, Vancouver — FAQs
How much does a whole-home renovation cost in Commercial Drive?+
Typical Commercial Drive whole-home renos range $200,000–$600,000 ($200–$400 per sq ft). Additions add $400–$650/sq ft on top.
How long does a major renovation take?+
Whole-home renos typically take 5–8 months from permit to completion. Additions add 2–3 months. Permits in Vancouver alone run 4–12 weeks.
Do I need to move out during renovation?+
For whole-home renos, yes — at minimum during demo and rough-ins. Partial renos (one wing at a time) can sometimes be done while you occupy the other side.
Do you handle design, or do I need an architect?+
Both. We handle straightforward design-build internally. Complex additions, heritage work, or architect-led projects — we coordinate closely with your design professional.
How do you price major renovations?+
We provide detailed line-item quotes after an on-site assessment and preliminary drawings. No hidden costs, no "allowances" that balloon mid-project.
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