Home Renovations · Gastown, Vancouver
Home Renovation Contractors
in Gastown, Vancouver
Whole-home renovations, additions, and major remodels for Gastown properties. One contract, one team, one point of accountability.
Home Renovations in Gastown, Vancouver
Why Gastown, Vancouver Homeowners Choose Us
Major Gastown renovations need a general contractor who can coordinate trades, pull permits, manage timelines, and stand behind the work. Gastown lofts have character — exposed brick, timber, tall ceilings. Renovations balance heritage preservation with modern livability. We act as your single point of contact — design, permits, demolition, framing, mechanical, finishes — all under one contract.
Gastown lofts have character — exposed brick, timber, tall ceilings. Renovations balance heritage preservation with modern livability.
Gastown, Vancouver Areas We Serve
Housing Types We Work With
Brick-and-beam heritage lofts, converted warehouse condos
Gastown, 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 Gastown, 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 Gastown, 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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Gastown 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 Gastown 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 Gastown, Vancouver Homeowners Say
Home Renovations Reviews from Gastown, Vancouver
“Pro Touch renovated our entire 1970s home. Communication was excellent, timeline was hit, and the finished work is beautiful.”
Homeowner
Gastown
“They acted as our GC and coordinated everything — we only had one point of contact through the whole project. Stress-free.”
Homeowner
Gastown
Frequently Asked Questions
Home Renovations in Gastown, Vancouver — FAQs
How much does a whole-home renovation cost in Gastown?+
Typical Gastown 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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