Planning before paint
Renovation Projects Deserve More Than a Fresh Coat of Paint.
Home Renovation Contractors is a licensed residential and commercial renovation and remodelling service provider serving Greater Montreal — Montreal, Laval, the South Shore, the North Shore and the West Island. We specialize in thoughtfully planned kitchens, bathrooms, whole-home remodels, basements, and condo transformations. Older Montreal construction — from Plateau triplexes with century-old plaster and plumbing stacks to mid-century West Island bungalows — requires an approach rooted in structural honesty rather than cosmetic shortcuts.
A renovation changes how your space functions every single day: how natural light travels across living areas, whether morning routines flow smoothly in the kitchen, and how durable your bathroom waterproofing remains ten or twenty years down the road. Paint conceals for a season; rigorous planning endures for decades. Layout circulation, trade interfaces, subfloor flatness, acoustic insulation between units, and material behaviour under Quebec’s harsh freeze-thaw cycles must be resolved before the first wall is opened.
Estimates only hold when the scope of work is defined line by line. We separate structural necessities from aesthetic finish selections, allowing homeowners and commercial owners to make informed trade-offs without unexpected invoice surprises. All electrical, plumbing, gas, and structural modifications are performed by certified, appropriately licensed trades in strict accordance with the Quebec Building Code and RBQ standards.
At a glance — Company: Home Renovation Contractors. Customer Support: 1833-807-6660. Email: [email protected]. Address: 3583 rue ignace laval, QC H7P 3R4. Where: Montreal, Laval, South Shore, North Shore, West Island. Start: request a renovation quote.
What we do
Renovation & Remodelling Services for Every Space.
Start with the room that bothers you most. Each card links to its service page — scope, decisions to prepare, and how to request a comparable quote.
Complete Home Renovation
When several rooms need attention at once, piecemeal fixes create friction. We plan whole-home renovations as one coherent project — layout, systems, finishes and sequencing — so kitchens, baths, floors and living spaces feel considered together, not patched over time.
✓ One coordinated scope instead of five separate disruptions.
Kitchen Renovation & Remodelling
Most Montreal kitchens fail on layout before they fail on looks — tight clearances, dead corners, poor prep flow. We rethink circulation, storage and work zones first, then layer in cabinetry, counters, lighting and finishes that suit how you actually cook and gather.
✓ A kitchen planned around prep flow, not just cabinet colour.
Bathroom Renovation & Remodelling
Small bathrooms punish bad planning. We focus on clearances, ventilation, waterproofing build-ups and storage niches that make compact Montreal bathrooms feel larger and stay durable — from walk-in showers to full layout changes in older plexes and condos.
✓ Better clearances and waterproofing where it matters most.
Basement & Interior Renovations
Basements, partitions and room reconfigurations can add a home office, family room or guest suite without moving. We address light, ceiling height, moisture awareness and egress thinking early, then shape interiors that feel like part of the home — not an afterthought.
✓ Turn cold, chopped-up space into rooms you use daily.
Condo & Apartment Renovation
Condo and apartment work lives under rules: board approvals, elevator bookings, noise hours and plumbing-stack limits. We help you clarify what your syndicat allows, choose quiet, low-impact sequencing, and make 600–1,100 sq. ft. feel calm, bright and highly functional.
✓ A plan that respects building rules and neighbour realities.
Exterior Renovations
Montreal exteriors take freeze-thaw, ice and wind. We prioritize envelope logic — cladding repairs, balconies, masonry touchpoints, windows and entry clarity — so curb appeal follows durability, not the other way around. Scope is tailored after an on-site look at exposure and drainage.
✓ Curb appeal built on winter-ready detailing.
Flooring Installation & Refinishing
Floors telegraph every shortcut: hollow spots, lippage, squeaks. We start with subfloor flatness and transitions, then recommend hardwood, engineered wood or tile for traffic, pets and radiant considerations — installed or sanded and refinished for an even, quiet surface.
✓ Flat, quiet floors that meet cleanly at every doorway.
Residential & Commercial Painting
Lasting paint is 70% preparation — patching, sanding, caulking, priming for the substrate. We specify washable finishes for halls and kitchens, calm mattes for living areas, and coordinated off-hours sequencing for commercial spaces that need to stay operational.
✓ Crisp lines and washable finishes, without the drip-and-dash.
Commercial Renovation
Offices, retail and small hospitality spaces need layouts that serve staff flow and customer impression while work happens around them. We phase demolition, noisy work and inspections to limit downtime, and keep decisions, drawings and site communication in one clear thread.
✓ Phased work that respects opening hours and lease clocks.
General Contracting & Project Coordination
Electrical, plumbing, plaster, tile, millwork — renovations stall in the gaps between trades. As coordinating contractor we sequence licensed trades, clarify who owns each interface, and keep scope, schedule and site tidy so you are not project-managing from your kitchen table.
✓ Fewer gaps, fewer surprises, one point of coordination.
Kitchen Cabinet Refacing & Countertop Upgrades
Keep your solid cabinet boxes while upgrading to new custom doors, soft-close hinges, heavy-duty drawer glides, and modern quartz or granite countertops. A sustainable, cost-effective transformation completed in days rather than weeks.
✓ Save 40–50% compared to full replacement with minimal kitchen downtime.
Veranda, Balcony & Exterior Carpentry
Montreal freeze-thaw cycles punish exterior woodwork. We build and restore traditional plex front stairs, rear balconies, composite decking and enclosed verandas with rot-resistant framing, proper flashing, and winter-grade fasteners.
✓ Weather-resistant exterior carpentry engineered for heavy snow and ice.
Who we serve
Homes, Condos and Commercial Properties.
Residential renovations
Comfort, function and everyday living — planned around daily life, with a clear sequence so you know which rooms are affected and when. Homeowners, condo owners, landlords and investors.
Commercial renovations
Practical layouts phased around operating hours, coordinated with building management to limit avoidable disruption. Property managers, commercial owners, business tenants.
Recognition before renovation
Better Spaces Start With Better Decisions.
Cramped, dated kitchens
Dead corners, no prep landing. We redraw flow before finishes.
Wasteful bathroom layouts
Door swings, tight showers. Clearances and niches fix more than tile.
Never enough storage
Built-ins and full-height cabinetry recover dead space.
Worn, squeaky floors
Refinish or replace depends on the wood and the subfloor.
Tired interior finishes
Repaired plaster, paint, trim and light change a room first.
Budget & trade fog
One written scope, one coordinated schedule, phased options.
Process principles
A More Thoughtful Approach.
Working principles you can hold us to — commitments, not guarantees.
Scope before price
Written scope first: included, optional, excluded.
Licensed trades
Regulated work by appropriately licensed trades, per Quebec rules. Electrical & plumbing →
Clear communication
Who to call, what happens this week, what you decide next.
Budget clarity
Cost changes surface before the work, not on the invoice.
How it works
From the First Conversation to the Final Details.
- 1 · Your project
Form + photos: space, goals, borough. - 2 · Goals & priorities
Must-haves, constraints, budget range. - 3 · Scope & estimate
Written scope you can question line by line. - 4 · Coordination
Materials, permits, trades sequenced. - 5 · Walkthrough
Final review, details addressed.
Proof, honestly labelled
See What Thoughtful Renovation Can Change.
Kitchen renovation (illustrative)
Challenge: closed layout, no prep space. Scope: new layout, cabinetry, quartz, lighting. How kitchen projects work →
Bathroom renovation (illustrative)
Challenge: dark room, door conflict. Scope: walk-in shower, niches, ventilation. How bathroom projects work →
Hardwood refinishing (illustrative)
Challenge: worn varnish, dull rooms. Scope: sanding, staining, satin finish. How refinishing works →
Replace these with real project photos as soon as possible — never present stock as client work.
Where we work
Home Renovation Across Greater Montreal.
Plexes, single-family homes and condos — from Plateau layouts to Westmount finishes.
Family homes, bungalows and new-build personalization across the island.
South Shore homes and condos needing kitchen, bath and floor updates.
Condos and detached homes — bright, durable finishes for busy households.
Pointe-Claire to Dollard — whole-home refreshes and basement conversions.
Blainville, Terrebonne and surrounds — larger footprints, phased scopes.
Brossard to Saint-Jean corridor — interiors and envelope-aware exteriors.
Learn before you commit
Plan With More Confidence.
Kitchen renovation planning: layout before finishes
Why clearances, work triangles and storage zones drive cost and satisfaction more than cabinet colour.
Bathroom considerations: waterproofing, ventilation, storage
The three build-ups that separate a bathroom that lasts from one that peels in three years.
Flooring choices for Montreal homes: hardwood vs. engineered vs. tile
Pets, radiant heat, condos and old subfloors — how to match material to reality.
Trust, without theatre
Choose Your Contractor With Confidence.
No invented ratings or testimonials here. Run these checks on any contractor — including us.
Verify the RBQ licence in the Régie du bâtiment du Québec registry. Ask for a written contract (scope, materials, schedule, payments). Confirm liability insurance before work begins. Check borough permit requirements. Look at real completed work — photos and recent reviews beat slogans.
Direct answers
Frequently Asked Questions.
More on planning, permits and scheduling: home renovation FAQ →
What types of home renovation projects do you handle?
We focus on kitchens, bathrooms, complete-home renovations, basements and interiors, condos and apartments, flooring, painting, exteriors and light commercial work across Greater Montreal. If your project spans several of these — for example a kitchen plus floors — we coordinate it as one scope rather than separate jobs.
Start with photos and a short description of what bothers you about the space. That lets us assess fit before any site visit.
How do I start planning a renovation in Montreal?
Start by defining what must change for daily life: layout pain points, storage gaps, light and must-keep elements. Then gather 8–12 photos, rough measurements and your building type (plex, single-family, condo). With that, a contractor can discuss priorities, constraints like plumbing stacks or condo rules, and a realistic scope range.
Avoid locking finishes before layout is settled — layout drives cost far more than tile choice.
Can you help with a complete home remodelling project?
Yes — whole-home projects are where coordination matters most. We review the property as a system: structure and layout options, electrical and plumbing touchpoints, floor levels and finish continuity. You get one sequenced plan covering demolition through finishing, instead of room-by-room surprises.
Larger scopes benefit from a phased estimate so you can see must-haves versus nice-to-haves clearly.
What factors affect kitchen renovation costs in Montreal?
Layout change is the biggest driver: keeping sink, stove and walls in place costs far less than moving plumbing, gas or load-bearing partitions. Other drivers are cabinetry construction, counter material, electrical upgrades, floor levelling in older buildings, and whether the home stays occupied during work.
We do not publish fixed prices — every older Montreal building hides different conditions. A scoped estimate after photos and a visit is the honest answer.
How long does a bathroom renovation typically take?
A straightforward bathroom refresh with no layout change often runs 2–3 weeks on site once materials are on hand. Moving plumbing, rebuilding showers, or waiting on special-order tile and glass extends that. Condo approvals and elevator bookings can add lead time before work starts.
Material lead times — not labour — cause most delays. Order tile, vanity and glass early.
Do condo renovations require special approvals in Quebec?
In most cases, yes. Your syndicat de copropriété typically requires a written request describing the work, hours, contractor insurance and sometimes plans for plumbing or structural changes. Some buildings restrict flooring types for acoustics or forbid moving wet areas. Check your declaration and building rules before signing anything.
Ask your syndicat for the renovation request form first — it defines exactly what your contractor must supply. À VÉRIFIER: confirm RBQ and trade licence handling per project.
How can I request a renovation estimate?
Use the quote form below with your project type, borough or city, timeline and 3–5 photos if you have them. We review fit, follow up with clarifying questions, and arrange a site discussion where warranted. Clear photos and a short priorities list get you a faster, more accurate response.
The more specific your description, the fewer back-and-forth rounds before a useful estimate.
Final step
Have a Renovation Project in Mind?
Tell us what you would like to improve — kitchen update, bathroom remodel or larger property renovation. Start with your space and priorities.
- Name, email, phone + project type
- Borough, timeline & short description
- Optional photos & preferred timing
Request Your Renovation Quote
Replies with clarifying questions — not a robocall.