Home Renovations · Kensington-Cedar Cottage, Vancouver
Home Renovation Contractors
in Kensington-Cedar Cottage, Vancouver
Whole-home renovations, additions, and major remodels for Kensington-Cedar Cottage properties. One contract, one team, one point of accountability.
Home Renovations in Kensington-Cedar Cottage, Vancouver
Why Kensington-Cedar Cottage, Vancouver Homeowners Choose Us
Major Kensington-Cedar Cottage renovations need a general contractor who can coordinate trades, pull permits, manage timelines, and stand behind the work. Kensington-Cedar Cottage is classic East Van — older stock, lots of suite conversions, and strong demand for basement finishing. We act as your single point of contact — design, permits, demolition, framing, mechanical, finishes — all under one contract.
Kensington-Cedar Cottage is classic East Van — older stock, lots of suite conversions, and strong demand for basement finishing.
Kensington-Cedar Cottage, Vancouver Areas We Serve
Housing Types We Work With
Character bungalows, Vancouver Specials, duplex conversions
Kensington-Cedar Cottage, 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 Kensington-Cedar Cottage, 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 Kensington-Cedar Cottage, 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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Kensington-Cedar Cottage 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 Kensington-Cedar Cottage 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 Kensington-Cedar Cottage, Vancouver Homeowners Say
Home Renovations Reviews from Kensington-Cedar Cottage, Vancouver
“Pro Touch renovated our entire 1970s home. Communication was excellent, timeline was hit, and the finished work is beautiful.”
Homeowner
Kensington-Cedar Cottage
“They acted as our GC and coordinated everything — we only had one point of contact through the whole project. Stress-free.”
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Kensington-Cedar Cottage
Frequently Asked Questions
Home Renovations in Kensington-Cedar Cottage, Vancouver — FAQs
How much does a whole-home renovation cost in Kensington-Cedar Cottage?+
Typical Kensington-Cedar Cottage 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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