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Framing & Structural

Everything good in a renovation sits on good framing. We frame walls, floors and roofs square and true, and handle structural work to engineer’s spec.

Timeline

1–6 weeks

Investment

Scoped per job

Best for

Renos & additions
Everything under one roof

What’s included.

Wall & floor framing

Square, plumb and built to carry the loads above.

Structural repairs

Sistered joists, posts and beams where needed.

Engineered beams

Steel and LVL installed to spec.

Subfloors

Flat, solid, squeak-free subfloors.

Blocking & backing

The hidden carpentry that makes finishing easy.

Materials & craft

We sweat the details you’ll touch every day.

Joinery you can feel

Tight reveals, flush transitions and hardware that still operates beautifully years later.

Materials chosen to last

We help you select timber, stone and finishes that age gracefully and suit how you live.

A tidy, respected site

Dust protection, daily clean-ups and a crew you’re comfortable having in your home.

How we work · 01—05

A renovation should feel calm, not chaotic.

01

Conversation

We start with a proper sit-down — your vision, how you live, your budget and timeline. No jargon, no pressure.

02

Design & Fixed Quote

Drawings, material selections and a transparent fixed quote, so you know exactly what you’re getting before we lift a hammer.

03

Planning & Permits

We schedule trades, order long-lead materials and handle permits and drawings — the unglamorous part, done right.

04

Craftsmanship

The build. Daily tidy-ups, steady updates and the finish carpentry we’re known for. You’re never left guessing.

05

Walkthrough & Warranty

A detailed final walkthrough, every snag handled, and a workmanship warranty you can hold us to.

Good to know

Frequently asked questions.

It depends on scope, but we give you a clear week-by-week schedule before we start so you always know what’s next.

Yes — we coordinate designers, architects and permits where needed, so you have one point of contact throughout.

Often yes. We set up dust protection and keep a safe, tidy site, and we’ll be honest about any stages that are disruptive.

Every project is backed by a workmanship warranty, and we stand behind the trades we bring on.

Rated 5 out of 5

“They produced stellar results on the full ground-floor renovation of our century home — interior wall removal, oak flooring, kitchen cabinetry, a steel-lintel structural opening, a built-in bookcase and a large cedar deck. Always communicated well, delivered on time with great attention to detail, and kept an incredibly tidy site.”

Full ground-floor renovation · Century home

Related services

Structural Openings

Removing walls and opening up your floor plan — safely, with steel where needed.

Home Additions

Rear, side and second-storey additions that look like they were always there.

General Contracting

One trusted point of contact coordinating every trade, permit and inspection.

Related reading

Guides worth a read

Renovation Guide · 7 min read

Renovating a Century Home: What to Expect

Renovation Guide · 6 min read

A Realistic Renovation Timeline, Week by Week

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