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Renovating a home in Coquitlam is rarely just cosmetic. Older homes hide things behind drywall — outdated wiring, plumbing past its lifespan, structural changes that need engineering. Coquitlam also brings its own challenges: 1990s Westwood Plateau homes with view-corridor changes, hillside drainage retrofits, and mature-tree preservation rules. The right contractor plans for what's behind the walls before swinging a hammer. The budget you sign on is the budget you finish on.
Square One has been renovating homes in Coquitlam and across Metro Vancouver since 2003. Design coordination, engineering, permits, structural work, finishing, project management — all under one team. You get a dedicated project manager, weekly client updates, and line-item transparency on every change order. Whether you're modernizing a Westwood Plateau family home or rebuilding a Maillardville character home — we treat the work the way you'd expect a long-time owner to treat their own home.

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Greg Shenton
"We engaged Square One for a renovation of our home. Having worked for a number of years in the building trades, I was naturally skeptical about how smoothly our renovation project was likely to progress. We anticipated the not uncommon frustrations of unfulfilled expectations we have come to expect from many participants in the construction industry. Not so with Square One. Jordan and every member of the team was simply a delight to work with from start to finish. They were ever respectful of our home and our privacy and provided us excellent continual communications. Always engaged with and responsible for all sub trades, always ready with valuable insights into both design elements and choice of materials and there were no corners cut. The quality of workmanship and adherence to structural and design integrity was beyond expectations. Well done. We would happily utilize their services in the future and whole-heartedly recommend Square One to others without Reservation."
JP Marion
"The professionalism that Jordan and his team brought to our project caught me off guard. I expected this kind of attention to a large-scale project not our small simple renovation. It was clear from the start that the knowledge and experience was there. The transparency of the entire project was great. Everything was visible online including timesheets, invoices, schedule, budget summary and payments. They were professional, personable and I never had to wait more than 5 minutes for a return phone call to my many stupid questions. There were never problems, just solutions. I can't say enough about his crew! The trades people were all great and personable folks. They were very respectful of our space and our vision for our home and were all very good at what they do. I often checked on the work performed and was always left completely satisfied. I would highly recommend Square One contracting to my family and closest friends."
Kirk & Eileen Makepeace
"From initial meeting with Jordan to discuss plans and budgets to final completion, we cannot overstate our total satisfaction with Square One. Project came in on budget and time. Like most complex renovations we added changes along the way, which added to the cost and time frame however the Square One team calculated our requests quickly and ensured no surprises and kept us on time and on budget. Special mention would be to the quality and professionalism of all the sub trades who worked on this project, it is obvious that they are happy to be part of the Square One team. And it was pronounced that all trades took pride in their work and would not settle for anything less than perfection! Top marks to our site manager who handled all of our concerns and met with us on an almost daily basis to keep us informed of who, why, where and what would be happening at our home. The worksite was always impeccably clean which was awesome to see. We are thrilled with our home and thoroughly happy to recommend the Square One team to anyone wanting top quality construction and workmanship."
The planning and feasibility phase begins with a consultation meeting where we align on the overall direction and essence of the project. We create a custom presentation for your project which includes a scope of work document, detailed budget, and timeline to review with you. We explain the holistic construction process in detail to ensure you have a complete understanding of how everything works so that you can feel confident in moving forward.
The pre-construction phase covers everything required before construction can begin. Since every project is unique, we identify all items that are required. This could include zoning analysis, site survey, energy audit, hazmat testing, consultant reports, engineering, permit drawings, interior design, quote collection, budget assembly, construction scheduling etc. Once we've completed all the requirements we submit the package to the city for building permits. The pre-construction phase is concluded with a formal client sign off on all design work, scope of work, budget and schedule.
The demolition and construction phase is where all the pre-construction planning comes to fruition. Our dedicated construction managers personally oversee each project. Communication is vital which is why we send regular progress reports, site photos and updates to ensure you're up to date and in control. You can access all project information online 24/7 to ensure you know where your budget and schedule are at any moment. At the end of the project, we complete a comprehensive completion walkthrough tour to ensure you can enjoy peace of mind knowing you'll be taken care of with our comprehensive warranty.

You always know where your project stands. Budget, schedule, daily logs, and site photos are available any time through our online project portal — complete transparency, around the clock.
Full liability coverage, home warranty, WorkSafeBC, and ComplyWorks certified. Every box checked so you can move forward with total peace of mind.
Over two decades building and renovating homes across the Lower Mainland. A seasoned team that has seen every scenario and knows how to navigate it calmly.
A 2025 HAVAN Award Finalist, recognized by industry peers for craftsmanship, design, and excellence in custom home building.
Renovation costs in Coquitlam depend on scope, finish level, structural changes, and how much the house hides behind the walls. A kitchen remodel, a whole-home gut, and a second-story addition each have very different cost profiles. We don't quote ranges in a vacuum. We do a site visit, review your design, and give you a line-item estimate. No hidden allowances. No surprise change orders mid-project.