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Design-Build in Burnaby for Custom Homes and Renovations
We deliver custom homes and major renovations in Burnaby with discipline and clarity. Expect a fixed-price construction agreement, a meticulous build schedule, and a client portal with daily logs and progress photos. Our PHBI‑trained, BC Housing‑certified team manages design, permitting, vetted trades, and inspections.
Whether you are reworking a South Slope bungalow, upgrading a Brentwood condo, or planning a new build, we align scope with budget before we start. Design + Build Your Lifestyle™ with a process built for transparency and durable results.
What we do in Burnaby
From Brentwood towers to Deer Lake streets, our design‑build team plans and delivers custom homes and renovations in Burnaby. We coordinate drawings, approvals, construction, and warranty under one accountable contract, so you get one team, one fixed price, and one clear schedule.
Why Burnaby Homeowners Choose Mavish Homes With Confidence
We build certainty into every project. A fixed price, a transparent schedule, and a real‑time client portal keep scope and decisions clear. Certified through BC Housing and PHBI, fully covered by WorkSafeBC, and backed by strong warranties, we deliver quality without drama from preconstruction to handover.
Fixed‑Price Contract
Scope, selections, and allowances are finalized before construction. You get a fixed‑price agreement, disciplined change control, and milestone billing tied to visible progress. Cost certainty lets you make decisions with confidence.
Warranty
Renovations include a 2‑year warranty with post‑handover check‑ins. Custom homes carry Pacific Home Warranty with 3‑6‑10 coverage. Turnover includes documents and clear guidance on care and maintenance.
Real‑Time Client Portal
Track daily logs, photos, selections, and schedule in one place. Approve decisions quickly, message our team, and see progress without site visits. Transparency reduces delays and keeps everyone aligned on next steps.
Vetted Trades
Specialists are selected for skill, reliability, and clean work. We maintain WorkSafeBC clearance and carry limited liability insurance. Job‑site standards protect your home, neighbours, and timelines throughout construction.
Our Recent Projects
Browse our portfolio to see Burnaby kitchens, bathrooms, condos, and whole‑home transformations. Each project shows the planning rigour, finish quality, and schedule discipline we bring to your home. Use the gallery to spark ideas and set expectations for your own project.
See What Our Clients Have to Say About Working With Mavish
We recently worked with Mark and Mavish Homes on a full-scale renovation of our condo. This was a massive project, and Mark made us feel informed and comfortable throughout. He brought in an excellent team of vendors, and brought our vision to life in ways we couldn’t have even imagined.
Of particular note, we wanted to make some changes that made our place more accessible for me as a wheelchair user, and Mark was incredibly considerate in this, and checked in with me continuously to make sure the changes would work for me.
I feel more comfortable in my home than I ever have!
Over the years I have had a number of renovations done on my home/homes and have worked with countless contractors in my professional career, never have I been my comfortable with a contractor and satisfied with their work than I have been with Mark and Mavish Homes. Mavish Homes was recommended to me by a friend and from my first meeting with Mark I knew I was in good hands. His professionalism, attention to detail, recommendations and everything to do with our renovation was over the top.
I have referred, and will continue to refer, Mavish Homes to friends and co-workers with absolutely no reservations and will continue to do so.
We recently had Mavish Homes renovate our kitchen, floors, ensuite, and powder room, and we couldn’t be happier with the results! From the start, they were incredibly communicative and transparent, keeping us informed every step of the way. Their honesty and straightforward approach made the entire process smooth and stress-free.
What impressed us the most was how they stuck to the project budget and schedule. There were no unexpected changes or delays, which is rare in construction projects. The workmanship was top-notch, and the team’s attention to detail truly stood out.
We are thrilled with the outcome and wouldn’t hesitate to hire Mavish Homes again in a heartbeat. Highly recommended!
Local Know‑How For Burnaby Homes And Condo Projects
Burnaby projects benefit from local experience. We plan for zoning and R1 small‑scale multi‑unit housing rules when additions or new builds are considered, and we align drawings to the City’s submission standards. For renovations, we prepare permit packages when structural, plumbing, gas, or electrical work is involved and coordinate inspections.
Our team uses the City’s My Permits Portal to apply for residential permits and monitor status and payments online, reducing trips to City Hall. On new homes, we coordinate energy modelling and mechanical strategies to meet the BC Energy Step Code and the City’s Zero Carbon Step Code thresholds. In strata properties, we handle bylaws, quiet hours, and protection for common areas so neighbours remain comfortable.
Because we build across Burnaby, we understand typical review timelines and inspection pacing, which helps us sequence work and keep your schedule realistic from design through occupancy. From first submission onward, smoothly.
Should You Renovate Or Build New In Burnaby?
tart with your site, goals, and budget. Renovations keep your address and often move faster, especially when structure is sound and you want a new interior layout. New builds give total control over envelope, systems, and performance, but require more design, approvals, and carrying costs. Burnaby’s shift to small‑scale multi‑unit housing on former R1 lots has changed options on many streets. Permits are typically required for structural changes and most plumbing, gas, or electrical work, while new homes must meet Energy Step Code and Zero Carbon Step Code requirements.
We model both paths early, outline drawings and permits, and lock pricing before construction. If you are unsure, we will scope a renovation plan and a new‑build concept for the same property, then compare timelines, risk, and cost so you can choose the path that fits how you live. Burnaby’s My Permits Portal tracks status and payments online.
Frequently Asked Questions
Before you choose a builder, you need straight answers on permits, costs, timelines, and disruption. Here are clear responses to common questions from Burnaby homeowners planning custom homes or renovations, including condos and additions.
Do I need a permit to renovate in Burnaby?
Often, yes. Structural changes and many plumbing, gas, or electrical updates require permits. We prepare applications and coordinate inspections with the City.