Home Renovations Burnaby. Rethink how the entire home works.
QUAY Construction plans and manages home renovations throughout Burnaby, BC—from multi-room interior transformations and major layout changes to complete whole-home renovations.
Renovate the home as one connected project.
A major home renovation is more than a collection of individual rooms. Layout, kitchens, bathrooms, flooring, lighting, plumbing, electrical work, millwork and finishes all affect one another.
QUAY approaches home renovations in Burnaby as a connected construction project—planning the scope around the existing property before coordinating the work required to transform it.
Explore Burnaby RenovationsThe current home, previous alterations and visible building conditions help shape the renovation plan.
Rooms, building systems, finishes and construction requirements are considered together.
Major layouts, specifications and selections are coordinated before work progresses on site.
Planning, procurement, trades and construction remain connected through one managed renovation process.
Change more than the finishes.
Whole-home renovations create the opportunity to reconsider how the property functions—not just how it looks.
Depending on the project, that can mean opening living areas, rebuilding kitchens and bathrooms, improving storage, updating flooring and lighting, coordinating building-system changes and carrying one design direction throughout the home.
One project. Many connected scopes.
A complete home renovation may involve multiple rooms, building systems and specialty trades. QUAY coordinates applicable scopes as part of the larger renovation.
Kitchen Renovations
Layouts, cabinetry, islands, countertops, appliances, lighting, plumbing and electrical coordination.
Kitchen Renovations Burnaby ↗ 02 InteriorBathroom Renovations
Waterproofing, tile, showers, vanities, fixtures, ventilation, lighting and heated-floor systems.
Bathroom Renovations Burnaby ↗Layout Changes
Reconfiguring rooms, improving circulation and opening connections between kitchens, dining and living areas.
Structural Changes
Wall alterations, framing and applicable engineering coordination where the proposed renovation requires it.
Flooring & Finishes
Flooring, drywall, painting, doors, trim and finishing details coordinated across renovated spaces.
Millwork & Storage
Built-ins, media units, storage, cabinetry and architectural millwork designed around the interior.
Electrical & Lighting
Lighting plans, switches, receptacles, circuits and applicable electrical upgrades coordinated with the design.
Plumbing
Plumbing modifications and fixture relocations coordinated with kitchens, bathrooms and other renovation work.
Basement Renovations
Living areas, bathrooms, offices, storage and finished lower-level spaces incorporated into the larger home.
Interior Renovations
Connected improvements across bedrooms, living spaces, hallways, offices, laundry rooms and other interior areas.
Existing homes come with existing conditions.
Renovating an established Burnaby home can involve more than updating the rooms you can see.
Existing framing, plumbing, electrical systems, insulation and previous renovations may influence what is practical, what requires further investigation and how the new work should be planned.
Make the floor plan work differently.
Some of the most meaningful home renovations begin by reconsidering how rooms connect, how people move through the property and where everyday activities actually happen.
Understand the current layout.
Review room relationships, circulation, openings, services and the existing structure.
Define what should change.
Explore better connections, wall changes, storage, kitchen relationships and functional priorities.
Connect design with construction.
Structural, plumbing and electrical implications are considered where applicable before work proceeds.
The major rooms should belong to the same home.
During a multi-room renovation, materials, proportions, lighting and architectural details can be coordinated so individual spaces feel intentionally connected.
The centre of the plan.
Cabinetry, surfaces, appliances, lighting and circulation coordinated around the way the kitchen will be used.
Explore Kitchens ↗
Built from behind the finish.
Waterproofing, tile, plumbing, fixtures, ventilation and lighting brought together as one room.
Explore Bathrooms ↗Look beyond what you can see.
Major renovations can intersect with the systems already inside the home. The relevant conditions should be considered alongside the visible design.
Discuss Your HomeElectrical
Existing service, circuits, receptacles and lighting requirements may affect the renovation scope.
Plumbing
Kitchens and bathrooms may require modifications to existing supply, drainage and fixture locations.
Structure
Proposed wall or opening changes may require structural review, engineering or revised framing.
Heating & Ventilation
Existing mechanical systems and ventilation requirements may need to be considered as rooms are changed.
Insulation & Assemblies
Existing wall and ceiling assemblies can influence planning when renovation work exposes or modifies them.
Carry the renovation beyond the main rooms.
The spaces between the kitchen and bathrooms matter too.
Flooring, millwork, doors, trim, lighting, drywall, painting and architectural details can connect renovated rooms into one coherent interior.
That continuity becomes particularly important during a full-home renovation, where the finished property should feel intentional from one space to the next.
Confirm requirements before construction.
Permit requirements depend on the proposed work. Cosmetic improvements are different from structural alterations, additions and regulated building-system work.
Explore Renovation Permit GuidesReview may be required.
Wall removal, structural openings and other alterations may require drawings, engineering and applicable approvals.
Trade requirements may apply.
Relocating or substantially modifying plumbing may trigger applicable permit and inspection requirements.
Regulated work is coordinated appropriately.
Electrical alterations may require applicable permits and inspections depending on the work being completed.
Expanded approvals may apply.
Projects that create additional floor area or change the building footprint require a different level of planning than interior cosmetic work.
Burnaby permit requirements depend on the specific property and proposed scope. Requirements should be confirmed for the project during planning rather than assumed from general examples.
How much does a home renovation in Burnaby cost?
The investment depends on the size and condition of the property, the number of spaces being renovated, structural requirements, building systems, material selections and the level of custom work.
Approximate planning rangesFull Home Renovation
Extensive multi-room renovation involving connected interior scopes and substantial construction.
Kitchen Renovation
Cabinetry, surfaces, appliances, fixtures and applicable plumbing and electrical work.
Bathroom Renovation
Waterproofing, tile, fixtures, cabinetry, plumbing, lighting and finishing.
Basement Renovation
Finished lower-level spaces based on existing conditions, intended use and required systems.
Details that connect the entire interior.
Complete renovations are experienced room by room, but successful interiors feel connected as a whole.
Plan first. Then build.
Major home renovations involve many connected decisions. Our process is structured to resolve those decisions in a logical sequence before and during construction.
Explore Our ProcessUnderstand the project.
Discuss the property, renovation goals, approximate investment and preferred timeline.
See the existing home.
Review the property, existing conditions, priorities and potential scope in person.
Develop the scope.
Coordinate layouts, specifications, applicable consultants and major construction requirements.
Define expectations.
Establish the documented project scope, pricing and construction expectations.
Prepare the project.
Coordinate selections, procurement, scheduling and applicable approvals before construction.
Manage the work.
Coordinate trades, sequencing, project management and quality control through construction.
Finish properly.
Complete the final review, address applicable deficiencies and transition into post-completion support.
A renovation needs more than trades.
Large residential renovations depend on planning, communication and coordination across many individual scopes. QUAY keeps those moving parts connected through one managed process.
Discuss Your RenovationPlanning before construction
Major project decisions are developed before they become urgent site decisions.
Documented project scope
Proposals establish the planned work, pricing and inclusions before construction begins.
Coordinated trades
Applicable trades and specialty scopes are sequenced around the larger renovation.
One accountable team
The project remains connected from planning and procurement through construction and completion.
Explore QUAY's Burnaby renovation network.
QUAY provides renovation services across Burnaby, with dedicated pages for major neighbourhoods and property types.
Burnaby RenovationsQuestions about renovating a home in Burnaby.
Answers to common questions about home renovation costs, timelines, layouts, permits, building systems and planning.
01 How much does a home renovation cost in Burnaby? ↓
Extensive full-home renovations in Burnaby may fall around $150,000–$400,000 or more as a general planning range. Property conditions, project size, structural work, building systems, materials and custom features can significantly affect the final investment.
02 What is included in a complete home renovation? ↓
A complete home renovation can include kitchens, bathrooms, flooring, lighting, drywall, painting, doors, trim, millwork, layout changes and applicable electrical, plumbing or structural work. The exact scope is developed around the property and renovation goals.
03 Does QUAY renovate older homes in Burnaby? ↓
Yes. QUAY renovates established homes in Burnaby and plans projects around visible existing conditions, previous alterations and applicable plumbing, electrical, framing and other building considerations.
04 Can QUAY change the layout of my Burnaby home? ↓
Yes. Layout changes can be incorporated into a renovation, including reconfigured rooms, new openings and improved connections between living spaces. Structural review or engineering may be required depending on the proposed work.
05 Can walls be removed during a home renovation? ↓
Walls can potentially be removed or altered, but the feasibility depends on the home's structure and the services running through the wall. Structural review, engineering and applicable permits may be required.
06 Do I need a permit to renovate my home in Burnaby? ↓
Permit requirements depend on the proposed renovation. Cosmetic work differs from structural alterations, additions and regulated plumbing, electrical or other building-system work, so requirements should be confirmed for the specific scope.
07 Can QUAY coordinate structural engineering for a renovation? ↓
Where the renovation requires structural input, applicable engineering and professional documentation can be coordinated as part of project planning.
08 Can plumbing and electrical systems be upgraded during a renovation? ↓
Yes, where appropriate to the project. Existing conditions and the proposed renovation determine what electrical or plumbing changes are required and what permits or inspections may apply.
09 Can I renovate my kitchen and bathrooms at the same time? ↓
Yes. Kitchens, bathrooms and other rooms can be planned as one larger renovation, allowing layouts, finishes, procurement and trade sequencing to be coordinated across the project.
10 Does QUAY complete basement renovations as part of a whole-home project? ↓
Yes. Basement living areas, bathrooms, offices, storage and other lower-level spaces can be incorporated into a larger home renovation where appropriate to the property.
11 Does QUAY provide design and construction? ↓
QUAY coordinates renovation planning, layouts, materials, procurement and construction so major project decisions remain connected through one managed process.
12 How long does a full home renovation take in Burnaby? ↓
The schedule depends on the size and complexity of the renovation, required design or engineering, permits, procurement and construction scope. A project-specific schedule can be established once those requirements are understood.
13 Can I live in my home during a major renovation? ↓
It depends on the scope, sequencing and which essential areas or building systems will be unavailable. For extensive whole-home renovations, temporary accommodation may be more practical and should be discussed during planning.
14 Which Burnaby neighbourhoods does QUAY serve? ↓
QUAY provides renovation services throughout Burnaby, including Metrotown, Brentwood, Lougheed, Deer Lake, Capitol Hill, Edmonds and surrounding neighbourhoods.
15 How do I start planning a home renovation in Burnaby? ↓
Start with a QUAY Discovery Call to discuss the property, renovation goals, approximate investment and preferred timeline. If the project is a fit, the next step is an on-site consultation to review the home and proposed scope.
Start with the whole picture.
Tell us about your Burnaby property, the spaces you want to change, your renovation priorities, preferred timeline and anticipated investment.