Our services

Renovations thrive on clear and consistent communication

We want your experience to be enjoyable, inspiring, and as stress-free as possible. Our comprehensive guide outlines our process to help you achieve this.

Understanding what to expect at each phase—especially the choices you'll need to make and when—will not only simplify your renovation journey but also provide clarity on the key milestones in realizing your dream project.

We don’t take shortcuts. We believe in getting things right the first time. When you partner with us, you’ll have a dedicated team of experts, including your own personal project manager, ready to support you at every step of your home journey.

Design

Floor Plans

Layouts detailing the arrangement of windows, doors, cabinetry, and furniture.

Permit Drawings

Architectural plans, including site layouts, elevations, cross sections, and necessary construction details, along with engineering reviews and documentation.

Material Specifications

A detailed list of materials, along with accompanying drawings to clarify construction elements, including cabinetry, lighting, and mechanical plans.

Scope of Work

A comprehensive, step-by-step outline of how the project will come together and what is included in the construction phase.

Construction Budget

An itemized breakdown of project expenses based on the decisions made during the construction phase.

Permit Application

Coordination and submission to regulatory bodies, including municipal, fisheries, B.O.V., heritage, strata, and Fraser Valley Health.

Construction Schedule

A weekly timeline outlining critical milestones, phase timelines, and available trades and inspections, accessible through your personal project web portal..

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Construction

.Deconstruction & Preparation
Moving out, disconnecting utilities, remediating hazardous materials, removing drywall, installing tree barriers, conducting demolition, and setting up safety fencing. Cleanup and debris removal, along with photo documentation.

Mechanical Systems
Roughing in all HVAC, electrical, plumbing, gas, sprinklers, low-voltage vacuum, audio, video, Wi-Fi, and security systems, including integration.

Insulation & Drywall
Installing insulation in exterior walls and attics, soundproofing, and preparing walls and floors with drywall or other suitable materials.

Finishing Touches
Exterior work includes rain screens, cladding, roofing, and drainage. Interior finishes encompass flooring, tile, cabinetry, plumbing fixtures, electrical fixtures, finish carpentry, and painting.

Cleanup & Detailing
Removing construction debris from the site and interiors, completing final details, and finishing all municipal or related inspections.

Feasibility

Current Conditions
What you possess: site surveys, as-built drawings, and any hazardous materials that need to be addressed.

Bylaw Analysis
Understanding what’s permissible: square footage allowances, site coverage, setbacks, height restrictions, and covenants.

Functional Concepts
Planning the use of space: floor layouts, functionality, and brainstorming ideas.

Preliminary Scope of Work
Identifying your essentials: must-haves, preferences, and wish-list items in a point-form list.

Preliminary Estimate
Providing an overview of expected costs: soft costs, design fees, preparation, construction, and finishes.

Preliminary Timeline
Outlining the anticipated timeline for each phase with our Vancouver builders: design, permitting, ordering materials, preparation, demolition, construction, and move-in.

Discuss Strategy
Together, we will outline the next steps: design considerations, construction plans, team roles, communication methods, and access to your personal project web portal.

Completion

Checklist

The comprehensive construction checklist from My House is reviewed by your Project Manager before the walkthrough.

Walkthrough

The Project Manager will accompany you through your project to identify any outstanding issues or corrections that need to be addressed.

Deficiency Completion

There may be items that require fixing, replacing, or finishing. We address all deficiencies as soon as materials become available.

Move-In

Our aim is to have you move in as soon as possible after all necessary inspections are completed and work is finished to your satisfaction.

Photos & Referral Program

We take pride in documenting the completion of your project and provide you with a CD or memory stick containing all construction photos.

Warranty

We offer a comprehensive 2/5/10 warranty based on the Home Protection Office of BC and the CHBA construction performance guidelines.

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