One-Stop Shop for Home Renovations in Ottawa

Ottawa’s older homes are not just structures to demolish, they are a piece of history and should be maintained.
Select Urban General Contractors is a one-stop shop for all home renovations in Ottawa, delivering superior results that fit within your budget.

Home Renovations

Complete home renovation

In the 2000s, many homes in Ottawa were designed with divided and closed-off rooms, and going back as far as the 1980s, many homes were built with asbestos. If your home experiences either of these traits, complete home renovations in Ottawa is an economical alternative than moving. We specialize in transforming homes while maintaining the heritage traits that make your home unique.

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Bathroom Renovation

Transform your older bathroom with a contemporary makeover by upgrading the flooring, tiles, design, plumbing and more. This bathroom remodel will make your bathroom feel bigger, functional and create a more relaxing ambiance.

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Basement Renovation

We transform basements with you in mind. Whether you need to create an office, playroom or simply renovate an outdated design to increase your property value, we can do it all.

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Kitchen Renovation

A kitchen renovation can dramatically transform the feeling of your residence with custom storage solutions, handcrafted countertops and modern appliances that would be the envy of any gourmet chef.

Bespoke Home Renovation Services for you!

No matter what room you’re renovating or your vision for the space, the professionals at Select Urban General Contractors can help turn your dream into reality. Book your free consultation today.

What You Get in Your Home Renovations

From start to finish, Select Urban General Contractors are trusted company to deliver stunning results for home renovations in Ottawa, underpinned by our renowned commitment to first-rate customer service.

Site inspection and space planning

Homes built in Ottawa up until the 1980s may have used asbestos during construction. We will find any toxic substances and have them removed before construction begins. We’ll also review the site for signs of water damage caused by flooding.

Demolition

We take extra precautions in executing a quick and safe demolition of your home. We’ll put coverings and protection for areas that we interact with, avoiding any unnecessary damage.

Design and Moodboard

Our expert designers help you curate a collection of desired textures, colours, and materials that we can use as the ultimate guide throughout the renovation process.

Material and fixtures selection:

  1. Flooring: From the perfect no-slip tiles for your bathroom floor to an elegant subway tile for your backsplash or timeless hardwood for your main floor, our flooring experts will help you determine which material is perfect for every space.
  2. Paint: From numerous colour options and several finish types, we’ll help you pick the right finish for your bathroom, moisture-resistant paint for your basement, and luxurious satin finishes for your kitchen, dining room, and more.
  3. Doors and door hardware: Work with our talented team of contractors to track down interior door or exterior door styles. We’ll assist with the selection of proper knobs, locks, hinges, and handles that tie the room’s design all together.
  4. Trim + casings: For the finishing touches, our designer will work collaboratively with you to select the trim and casings, creating the illusion of bigger spaces. For further accent details, choose from our vast catalogue of elegant crown moulding and wainscoting profiles.
  5. Plumbing: Whether it’s replacing old plumbing or upgrading existing plumbing to meet the needs of your home renovations, our crew of master plumbers handles city permits on your behalf and ensures everything is completed to code.
  6. Lights: From pot lights to chandeliers, lighting is critical to every home renovation project and we’ll help you design the perfect layout. We’ll help you set up task lighting for your kitchen countertops, ambient lighting for your dining room, and dimmer switches for your home theatre.

Contact Select Urban General Contractors now to learn more & book your free estimate!

Our contractors care about every aspect of your home renovation project and that’s why we go shopping with you to pick out the finishes.

How Much Does a Home Renovation Cost

The cost of home renovations in Ottawa depends on several factors including square footage, the quality of materials, the number of bathrooms, and much more. For your personalized quote, book a free consultation with us today. As the premier home renovation company in Ottawa, we also promise you:

Budget management

We control, plan, and monitor spending throughout the home renovation services. That’s why we’ll select the material finishes together so you don’t lose sight of the budget. We’re here to guide you all the way through.

No hidden costs

We believe in complete transparency when it comes to budget and spending. You will never be charged hidden fees or costs outside the signed work agreements.

Everything is upfront

From budget to scope of work and acquiring permits, we take care of every detail for you and provide constant and clear communication about our design, construction and cleanup processes.

We work around your budget

Every homeowner has a different budget and we are committed to delivering the best home renovation services, using high-quality materials that fit your spending plan.

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Why Choose Us?

With over 10 years of experience, we have become one of the top Ottawa home renovation companies. We pride ourselves in guaranteeing customer satisfaction and exceeding expectations with skilled tradespeople who are passionate about their craft.

Quality

From the materials we use to installation techniques, our team is here to renovate Ottawa homes to last.

Team

We only use experienced, licensed, and fully insured tradespeople who work with our dedicated project managers, allowing us to have direct quality control. This sets us apart to get the job done on time and within budget.

Purchases and deliveries + Vendor and supply coordination

Our project manager will ensure all purchases and materials are ordered, purchased, and delivered on time. Any delays or out-of-stock items are addressed with alternative solutions on our end so you don’t need to worry.

Timeline management

As a one-stop shop for home renovations in Ottawa, we coordinate the schedules of all tradespeople with material delivery, ensuring that we make the deadline set out in your signed scope of work agreement.

Get Your Dream Ottawa Home Renovations

Transform your home with your local home renovation contractors in Ottawa. We have streamlined our home renovation process to make it easy and economical for you. Enhance your life and increase your home’s value by taking the first step. Book a free consultation with our company today.

Frequently Asked Questions


The best time of year to do home renovation would be in the spring or summer. This is mainly due to the fact that airing out the house is easier and wet slush won’t be dragged into the job site. That being said, there’s really no bad time to start planning your renovation.

In regard to the question of ‘how long does it take to renovate a house’, it is fully dependent on the size and scope of the project. It can take anywhere from several weeks to 6 months, with any type of speciality work (e.g. removing walls) adding 1-2 weeks.

In a renovation, home improvements that add value are typically visual upgrades. With a fresh, new look, including contemporary furniture and wall colours, you will be more happy with your home. As well, your resale value will improve since people tend to want to buy a more modern-looking house nowadays.

When it comes to the cost of renovating a house, prices are firm. At Select Urban General Contractors, we ensure transparent and honest pricing. We provide detailed quotes within your budget that show you exactly what the renovation cost will be. The price you see is the price you’ll pay.

Typically, the most expensive home repairs are kitchen renovations. This is because carpentry and electrical work create the biggest cost. Keeping your budget in mind and discussing it with your contractor is a good way to minimize expenses and choose a design within your price range that works for you.

In terms of how to save money on home renovations, the best thing you can do is hire professionals. Working with an experienced team actually saves you money as you’ll avoid paying for any future repairs. With Select Urban General Contractors, we thoroughly assess your current home conditions and will advise you if your home requires further work i.e. removing absestos, replacing lead pipes, upgrading your water lines. We are proud to take the extra step and do our due diligence to complete your renovation with the quote given.

The difference between renovation and remodel is that a renovation updates the current interior of a house, whereas remodeling involves changing the layout. If you want to upgrade your furniture, for example, that would be considered a renovation, while a remodel could entail stripping a room and changing it entirely.

Yes, you should have a home renovation plan before getting started. This can simply be a general idea of the layout and what you would like to get done. Our team can then help you with the finer details, providing you with more ideas of what could fit your space.

It is highly likely that you’ll need a building permit in Ottawa, but this does depend on the work being done. If any modifications are going to be made to the structure of the house or if any plumbing or electrical will be relocated, then yes, a permit is required.

We do not have an exact minimum project size when it comes to how much time we work or what the cost of labour is. However, we only provide complete services and the smallest project we will take out is a bathroom renovation.