Renovation contractors

The 10 Best Renovation Contractors in Surrey, BC

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This list ranks 10 renovation contractors in Surrey, BC. It starts from Google Maps searches for renovation contractors and related building work in Surrey: 66 firms were checked, and building and renovation firms with their own website and an open Google listing went forward. Firms are weighed on their Google rating, the number of reviews behind it, how closely their services match home renovation, and their portfolio. The strongest firm overall sits at place 1, places 2 to 4 carry a badge for what each suits best, and places 5 to 10 run in order. Ratings and review counts are Google's, checked October 14, 2026. How we rank

Number 1: Modern Makeovers

Best overall

Vancouver and Surrey bathroom renovation company that installs groutless wall panels over existing tub and shower surrounds.

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Why it ranks here

  • Installs its own Modern Makeovers groutless wall panels, which give the look of tile without grout lines.
  • The panels can go straight over an existing shower or tub surround, or onto walls after old tile comes off.
  • Offers Diamon-Fusion protective coating for glass shower doors, which makes the glass easier to clean.

Number 2: Black Bear Homes

Best for full-home and exterior work

North Vancouver renovation contractor doing kitchens, bathrooms, full-home renovations and exterior work across the Lower Mainland.

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Why it ranks here

  • Named a finalist in the Canadian Home Builders' Association National Awards for Housing Excellence for a full-home renovation.
  • Brings 15 years of hands-on renovation work to each project.
  • Locally owned and operated, working in North Vancouver and the wider Lower Mainland.

Number 3: S Buddy Home Renovations

Best for senior-care spaces

Surrey-based renovation company doing kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms and commercial and senior-care spaces across Metro Vancouver.

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Why it ranks here

  • Established in 2016 and run from a headquarters in Surrey.
  • Reports 200-plus completed projects and 13-plus cities served.
  • The renovation team carries Red Seal trade certification.
  • Also renovates commercial spaces and senior living facilities, with a focus on accessibility.
  • Handles electrical and plumbing upgrades, from panel upgrades and rewiring to pipe replacement.
  • Responds to new project enquiries within 24 hours of contact.

Number 4: Modern BC Renovation & Restoration

Best for renovations after damage

Surrey, BC renovation and restoration company doing home and commercial remodelling in British Columbia.

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Why it ranks here

  • Rated 5.0 from 1 Google review
  • Its 3 services include home renovations, commercial renovations and restoration

Number 5: Surrey Bathroom Renovation

Surrey bathroom renovation company remodelling residential and commercial bathrooms, from full renovations to shower, tub and toilet installs.

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  • Works on both home bathrooms and commercial restroom facilities.
  • Does accessible bathroom modifications as well as custom shower installations and bathtub replacement.
  • Replaces or refaces bathroom cabinets and installs countertops, flooring and tile backsplashes.

Ranks 07 to 10

Number 7: JC Custom Home Improvement

Number 8: Elite Contracting

Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 124 Google reviews 604-376-1481CallWebsiteof Elite Contracting (opens in a new tab)

Number 9: City & Country Contracting

Number 10: 180 Kitchens

Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 169 Google reviews 604-787-8285CallWebsiteof 180 Kitchens (opens in a new tab)

Compare the firms

RankFirmBest forServicesGoogle ratingArea
01Modern MakeoversShower and tub updates without retilingBathroom renovations · Groutless shower panels · Shower door coatingRated 4.9 out of 5 from 71 Google reviewsSurrey
02Black Bear HomesFull-home and exterior workFull home renovations · Kitchen renovations · Bathroom renovations · Exterior renovationsRated 5.0 out of 5 from 19 Google reviewsSurrey
03S Buddy Home RenovationsSenior-care spacesKitchen renovations · Bathroom renovations · Bedroom renovations · Cabinets and countertops · Commercial renovationsRated 4.5 out of 5 from 17 Google reviewsSurrey
04Modern BC Renovation & RestorationRenovations after damageHome renovations · Commercial renovations · RestorationRated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 Google reviewSurrey
05Surrey Bathroom RenovationBathroom remodels, including accessibility changesBathroom renovations · Custom showers · Accessible bathrooms · Commercial bathroomsRated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 Google reviewsSurrey
07JC Custom Home ImprovementDesign-build renovations of houses and townhousesGeneral contracting · Home renovations · Basement finishing · Home additions · Townhouse renovationsRated 5.0 out of 5 from 156 Google reviewsSurrey
08Elite ContractingBasement suites and full-home renovationsBathroom renovations · Kitchen renovations · Full home renovations · Basement suites · Tenant improvementsRated 5.0 out of 5 from 124 Google reviewsSurrey
09City & Country ContractingAging roofs and exterior re-cladsExterior renovations · Roof replacement · Roof rejuvenation · Siding · Custom decksRated 5.0 out of 5 from 128 Google reviewsSurrey
10180 KitchensKitchen updates that keep existing cabinet boxesKitchen renovations · Cabinet refacing · Countertops · Backsplashes · Custom cabinetsRated 4.9 out of 5 from 169 Google reviewsSurrey

What to check before hiring a renovation contractor in Surrey

Five things to confirm with any firm, on this list or not, before you sign. The rules below are British Columbia's and Surrey's.

  1. Registration with WorkSafeBC

    Ask the firm for a clearance letter from WorkSafeBC, which confirms it is registered for workers' compensation and its account is in good standing. The letter is free online and shows whether the firm is registered and paying its premiums; WorkSafeBC warns that a homeowner who hires an unregistered firm can be held liable for premiums owed on the work.

  2. Liability insurance

    Ask for a certificate of insurance that names the firm and shows commercial general liability coverage in force for the dates of your job, and check that the subcontractors it brings in are covered too.

  3. The building permit from Surrey

    Building permits for homes in Surrey come from the City of Surrey, and removing walls, moving plumbing and adding circuits usually need one. Agree in writing who applies for the permit and books the inspections.

  4. A written contract

    Get the scope of work, the payment schedule tied to stages of the work, start and finish dates, how changes are agreed and priced, and who handles permits and cleanup, all in one signed contract before any work starts.

  5. The warranty

    A renovation is not a new home, so the new home warranty rules usually do not apply: get the firm's own workmanship warranty in writing, with what it covers and for how long. Renovators in RenoMark, the Canadian Home Builders' Association program, offer a minimum two-year warranty on their work.

Types of renovation contractor in Surrey

The 10 firms on this list fall into 3 groups, read from what each firm's own site says it does and how it is listed on Google.

Design-build firms1

Design-build firms design the project and build it under one contract, so one firm answers for the drawings and the work.

General contractors1

General contractors run building projects of many kinds and bring in the trades each job needs.

Renovation contractors in Surrey: common questions

What is the difference between a renovation contractor and a general contractor?

The two overlap. A renovation contractor works on existing homes, while a general contractor may also take on new builds and additions. Many firms do both, so judge them on the projects they show rather than the label.

What is RenoMark?

RenoMark is the renovator program of the Canadian Home Builders' Association. Members agree to a code of conduct that covers written contracts, a warranty on their work and liability insurance.

How do I compare renovation quotes?

Ask each firm to price the same written scope, split into labour, materials and allowances for items you have not chosen yet. A low quote often has small allowances that grow once the work starts.

Can I stay in my home during a renovation?

Often, when the work covers one or two rooms. Full-home renovations, work that shuts off water or power for days, and jobs that disturb older materials such as asbestos in plaster or flooring can make it hard to stay. Ask the firm how it will stage the work and keep a kitchen or bathroom usable.

How do I check that a contractor in Surrey is registered with WorkSafeBC?

Ask the firm for a clearance letter from WorkSafeBC. The letter is free online and shows whether the firm is registered and paying its premiums; WorkSafeBC warns that a homeowner who hires an unregistered firm can be held liable for premiums owed on the work.

Who issues building permits in Surrey?

Building permits for homes in Surrey come from the City of Surrey. For home renovation, removing walls, moving plumbing and adding circuits usually need one. Many firms apply for the permit as part of the job, so agree who does it before you sign.

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