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Design‑Build That Fits How Surrey Families Live Today
We build custom homes and deliver major renovations across Surrey with planning discipline and clear communication. Every project runs on a fixed‑price contract, a detailed schedule, and a client portal with daily logs and photos. Our PHBI‑trained, BC Housing‑certified team manages design, permits, and vetted trades so you get one accountable partner from sketch to keys.
Whether you’re updating a City Centre condo, opening a Newton bungalow, or starting fresh in South Surrey, we align scope with budget before work begins.
What we do in Surrey
From hillside lots to strata towers, our Surrey design‑build team handles everything in one contract. We plan, permit, and build with a disciplined schedule and clean sites, then hand over with clear warranty documents. Choose the service that fits your goals and budget.
Why Surrey Homeowners Choose Mavish Homes With Confidence
We protect your budget and peace of mind with structure and transparency. A fixed price, a realistic schedule, and a live client portal keep decisions clear and timelines honest. Certified through BC Housing and PHBI, and fully covered by WorkSafeBC, we deliver accountability from start to finish.
Fixed‑Price Contract
Scope and selections are finalized before we build. A fixed‑price agreement, disciplined change control, and milestone billing keep costs predictable and decisions aligned with your budget from day one.
Warranty
Renovations include a 2‑year warranty with post‑handover check‑ins. Custom homes carry Pacific Home Warranty with 3‑6‑10 coverage, giving you documented protection long after move‑in.
Real‑Time Client Portal
Your portal centralizes daily logs, photos, selections, and schedule. Approve choices quickly, message our team, and track progress without site visits, reducing delays and keeping everyone focused on the next milestone.
Vetted Trades
Specialist trades are selected for skill, cleanliness, and reliability. We maintain current WorkSafeBC clearance and carry limited liability insurance, so the site stays safe and the workmanship holds up over time.
Our Recent Projects
Browse our portfolio to see Surrey kitchens, bathrooms, condos, additions, and full home transformations. Each project shows how planning, schedule discipline, and careful finishing come together. Use the gallery to spark ideas and set realistic expectations for your own home.
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, Timelines, And Building Realities In Surrey
Local experience saves time. We align designs with Surrey’s residential building permit requirements and prepare packages when structure, plumbing, gas, or electrical work triggers reviews. For strata projects, we follow condominium and townhouse renovation permit guidance, coordinate bylaws, elevator bookings, and protect common areas.
We register projects through Surrey’s online services with a MySurrey account so inspection requests and status checks happen quickly.
On new homes, we plan for provincial Energy Step Code targets and Surrey’s Zero Carbon Step Code pathway, working with energy modellers early to keep details practical. Older houses often reveal surprises—drainage, insulation gaps, or outdated wiring—so we build reasonable contingencies and stage work to keep households functioning.
Because we build citywide, we understand inspection pacing and typical comments, which helps us sequence tasks and avoid idle time between trades. Bottom line, we respect the rules and deliver a smoother path to occupancy for you.
Should You Renovate Or Build New In Surrey?
Start with your priorities, site constraints, and budget. Renovations keep your address, leverage existing structure, and often move faster, especially when the shell is sound and you want a new interior layout. New builds create complete control over envelope, systems, and daylight, but require deeper design, city reviews, and carrying costs.
In Surrey, interior renovations and additions often need permits when structure changes or when plumbing, gas, or electrical work is involved. New homes must meet provincial performance frameworks under the BC Energy Step Code, and Surrey is phasing in the Zero Carbon Step Code for lower operational emissions.
Still undecided? We can concept both paths for the same property, outline drawings, approvals, and schedule implications, then lock pricing before construction. That way, you choose based on lifestyle benefits and total project cost, not assumptions. We’ll explain risks, allowances, and contingencies so there are no surprises during delivery or handover.
Frequently Asked Questions
These FAQs cover permits, timelines, energy requirements, strata approvals, and pricing for custom homes and renovations in Surrey. Ask us anything; we’ll map next steps and confirm costs before construction begins.
Do I need a permit to renovate in Surrey?
Often. Structural changes and most plumbing, gas, or electrical work require permits. We prepare drawings, submit your application, and coordinate inspections with the City.