Frequently asked questions

  • The duration of a renovation project can vary depending on the scope of work. Typically, full-home renovations can take anywhere from 4 to 9 months. We provide a detailed timeline during the planning phase to ensure you know what to expect.

  • We offer our clients the option to rent one of our three-bedroom homes located in Alderwood during the renovation. This minimizes disruption and allows you to stay close to your neighbourhood and schools.

  • Yes, we manage the entire permit process for you. We coordinate with the city to obtain your permits. Once we have your architectural drawings and selections finalized, we submit them to the city on your behalf for approval.

  • We encourage our clients to build mood-boards or vision boards on sites like Houzz and Pinterest – or even pulling magazine snippets. Your choices inspire our design approach. A good mood-board makes sure our approach aligns perfectly with your vision.

  • Absolutely. We guide you through the selection process, help you choose materials, finishes, and fixtures. All this, without you having to set foot in a store because we understand our clients lead busy lives. Our detailed design presentations contain links to every product, saving you time while achieving your vision. We also manage the ordering and delivery of these items to ensure everything is ready for installation.

  • A full service contractor such as Waterfront Homes will co-ordinate every aspect of the design and construction process for you. Some benefits of hiring us:

    • We save you time from being on-site dealing with everyday issues

    • We deal with multiple vendors and ensure timelines match

    • We manage surprise issues that pop up in the middle of a project

  • We work on a consultation basis where we remotely manage your build and offer our network of skilled professionals. Email us to discuss further.

  • Yes. We step in at any phase of your renovation project to help streamline your project through our design services.