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Design‑Build, Done Right For Coquitlam Custom Homes & Renovations
We plan and deliver custom homes and major renovations across Coquitlam with a simple promise: no surprises. You’ll work under a fixed‑price contract, follow a detailed construction schedule, and see progress in a 24/7 client portal with daily logs and photos. Our PHBI‑trained, BC Housing‑certified team handles design, permitting, vetted trades, inspections, and warranty. Considering a new build on Burke Mountain or a full refresh near Austin Heights? Design + Build Your Lifestyle™—with planning that protects your investment.
What We Build
From hillside lots to town‑centre condos, we run design, permits, construction, and turnover under one accountable contract. You get one team, one schedule, and a clean job site. Choose the service that matches your goals and we’ll keep decisions—and costs—on track.
Why Coquitlam Homeowners Choose Mavish Homes With Confidence
We remove guesswork where it hurts most—scope, cost, and timeline. A fixed price, a realistic schedule, and a live client portal give you clarity from start to finish. Certified through BC Housing and PHBI, fully covered by WorkSafeBC, and backed by strong warranties, we build accountability into every step.
Fixed‑Price Contract
We finalize scope, selections, and allowances before construction. Your price is locked, changes are controlled, and billing follows milestones. You get cost certainty without spreadsheet gymnastics.
Real‑Time Client Portal
Daily logs, photos, selections, and schedule live in one place. Approve quickly, message the team, and track progress without site visits. Less friction, faster decisions.
Warranty
Renovations include a 2‑year warranty with check‑ins after move‑in. Custom homes carry Pacific Home Warranty with 3‑6‑10 coverage so protection continues long after the reveal.
Vetted Trades
Specialists are chosen for skill, reliability, and tidy work. We maintain current WorkSafeBC clearance and carry limited liability insurance. Your home and neighbours are respected every day on site.
Our Recent Projects
Browse our portfolio to see Coquitlam custom homes, kitchens, bathrooms, additions, condos, and whole‑home transformations. You’ll notice clean detailing, tidy sites, and schedules that hold. Use the gallery to clarify your style, define scope, and understand how we deliver finish quality consistently.
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 Rules And Realities For Coquitlam Projects Today
Coquitlam supports electronic permit applications and provides a 24/7 online inspections system for scheduling and results. It streamlines coordination when you’re living through a renovation or pushing a tight build schedule. We manage submissions, status checks, and inspection timing for you.
Older homes often need hazardous materials clearance before permits—especially if built before 1990. Hillside sites and properties near watercourses can trigger extra reviews, and noise bylaw limits affect working hours. We design with these realities up front so your schedule remains realistic.
Renovate Or Build New In Coquitlam: How To Decide
Start with your goals and constraints. Renovations keep your address, leverage existing structure, and can be faster when the shell is sound and you want a new interior layout.
New builds deliver complete control over envelope, daylight, and systems but require deeper design, more reviews, and carrying costs. Coquitlam requires Energy Step Code compliance for most new permit applications; Part 9 small residential is at Step 3 as of January 1, 2024. We coordinate energy modelling and documentation so targets are practical, not theoretical.
Permitting is electronic, and inspections can be scheduled online 24/7—useful when you’re sequencing trades or living through a renovation. For houses built before 1990, the City requires hazardous materials clearance before issuing certain permits. We handle submissions, status checks, and inspection bookings so your schedule stays realistic.
The Province’s Zero Carbon Step Code sets minimum emissions levels for new buildings starting March 10, 2025. Coquitlam may adopt higher levels over time. We’ll advise the correct pathway for your project and lock pricing before we build.
Frequently Asked Questions
You deserve straight answers before you commit. These cover permits, energy standards, strata approvals, timelines, and pricing for custom homes and renovations in Coquitlam.
Do I need a permit to renovate in Coquitlam?
Usually, yes. Structural changes and most plumbing, gas, or electrical work require permits. We prepare applications and coordinate inspections with the City.