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Expert guides on renovation costs, permits, design ideas & local contractors across Metro Vancouver.
MacKenzie Heights Renovation Guide: Costs, Permits & Local Housing 2026 This guide covers everything homeowners need to know about renovating in MacKenzie Heights, one of Vancouver’s most prestigious west-side neighbourhoods, bordering Dunbar and Kerrisdale, featuring large single-family homes on generous lots with mountain and city views.
Read MoreKensington-Cedar Cottage Renovation Guide: Costs, Housing Types & Permits 2026 This guide covers everything homeowners need to know about renovating in Kensington-Cedar Cottage, a diverse central Vancouver neighbourhood bounded by 41st Ave to the south and Knight Street to the east, featuring a mix of pre-war
Read MoreRenfrew-Collingwood Renovation Guide: Costs, Permits & Local Insights 2026 This guide covers everything homeowners need to know about renovating in Renfrew-Collingwood, one of East Vancouver’s most densely populated and diverse neighbourhoods, home primarily to post-war bungalows, Vancouver Specials, and older character homes. Whether you’re planning a
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This is not a guide to what renovations should cost — it is a report on what renovations actually cost in Metro Vancouver in 2026, drawn from VGC’s completed project data. We’ve aggregated cost data from 85 projects completed in the 12 months ending February 2026
Read MoreBudget overruns are the most common source of conflict in renovation projects. Whether you’re mid-project dealing with unexpected costs, or evaluating a contractor’s change order request, this guide gives you a clear framework for making decisions when the renovation cost exceeds your plan. Understand why the
Read MoreMore Metro Vancouver homeowners are choosing to renovate their existing homes for long-term accessibility rather than downsizing or moving to care facilities — a strategy called “aging in place.” The economics are compelling: a targeted $30,000–$80,000 renovation investment can extend comfortable independent living in a familiar
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Building permit activity in Metro Vancouver in 2025–2026 reflects the combined impact of Bill 44 multiplex permissions, provincial housing mandates, and sustained renovation demand despite higher borrowing costs. This report summarises key permit trends across Metro Vancouver’s major municipalities based on publicly reported data and VGC’s
Read MoreThis guide covers everything you need to know about renovating in Fairview, Vancouver — typical housing stock, permit office process, renovation costs, and what to watch out for. Written by VGC’s renovation team based on our direct experience completing projects in Fairview. Housing Stock in Fairview
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This guide covers everything you need to know about renovating in Marpole, Vancouver — typical housing stock, permit office process, renovation costs, and what to watch out for. Written by VGC’s renovation team based on our direct experience completing projects in Marpole. Housing Stock in Marpole
Read MoreA renovation contract is the most important document in your renovation — it defines what you’re paying for, who’s responsible for what, and what happens when things go wrong. Most renovation disputes in BC come down to what the contract did or didn’t say. Here’s what
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Your kitchen renovation start date is set — what now? Proper preparation before the first day of demolition significantly affects how smoothly your project runs, how quickly your contractor can work, and how liveable your home is during construction. Two weeks before start: Empty the kitchen
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Ranchers are one of Metro Vancouver's most sought-after housing types — and one of its most misunderstood renovation opportunities. A true rancher is a single-storey detached home where all living space sits on one level: no stairs between floors, a low-pitch roof, and a wider-than-tall street
Read MoreEvery year, thousands of Vancouver homeowners ask the same question before listing their home: should I renovate before I sell? The answer is not a simple yes or no. Some renovations in Vancouver return $2.50 for every $1 spent. Others return $0.40. Understanding which category your
Read MoreVGC completes kitchen, bathroom, basement, and full home renovations across the Lower Mainland. Click your city for local pricing and project information.