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I hired blackstone renovations to perform a major renovation on my 2-storey condo. They built an elevator enclosure from the basement tothe second floor with entrances in the basement, the garage, the living room and the upstairs office. The job was carefully planned and completed (5 weeks) on time and on budget. Paul kowalenko paid close attention to detail and finishing. His workmen have been with him many years and have excellent skills. I am very pleased with the result and would highly recommend his company.
Paul was absolutely amazing! He had great ideas to maximize the space I had, and not only was he able to design what I wanted, he BUILT what he designed. He is very professional, and hears what the customer wants. He is able to come up with great ideas and options that are both functional and look great. I LOVE what he's done in my home - I have a whole new home. Plus. He went to bat fighting for replacement flooring when the installed flooring I chose turned out to be faulty. He spent a lot of his own time fighting on my behalf to get the flooring replaced. Overall it was a very positive experience and I LOVE the outcome!
The work completed was both efficient and extremely well done. The workers were all courteous and well mannered and treated us to the kindest and cleanest renovation possible. From the first day, when they made sure that the house would stay clean (by placing tarps and taping the work areas) to the final day when everything was cleaned we found the team to be very efficient. The work completed also included some structural work that had to be repaired due to the builder making mistakes. That was explained and repaired very well. The renovation itself was better than we had hoped for and we are enjoying the new bathrooms very much.
Paul came in and quickly and expertly assessed the job. The crew came in on time, did the work and dealt with some minor issues with the central vacuum routing without blinking and eye. Work passed my inspection and the city of Calgary's inspection without any issues. Great work, done quickly and on time and below budget.
I would recommend this company to anyone looking for similar work.
Blackstone provided excellent service and a quality installation of insulation, poly, drywall, mudding and taping for my detached garage. They scheduled a time with me to do a complete walkthrough of the garage taking measurements, asking questions and highlighting things I didn't even think about. For instance they pointed out that the one side of my garage that was already dry walled didn't have insulation behind it. They also recommended that I use some left over drywall sheets I had off to the side to save on cost. They provided a detailed breakdown of labour and materials within their quote along with a small management fee to oversee the work, everything was up front, no hidden costs. Their prices on labour and materials were very good, even with the small management fee.
Communication was the best I've ever experienced working with other trades and suppliers. They responded quickly via phone calls, emails and text messages anytime I had a question. They follow a professional change management process using change request documents. This worked really well when I decided I wanted to add mudding and taping after I had signed the original scope of work. I always felt that both parties (Myself and Blackstone) knew exactly what was in scope and what the end cost would be. They also took pictures of their work at each stage of the project, which I can now reference in the future in case I want to see where the wiring, venting and other details are behind the drywall.
I could go on and on but the bottom line is there are lots of contractors out there, some are great at quality but lack the management and communication and others are just not good at all. If you want a company that delivers great quality and provides excellent customer service then these are the guys for the job.
I used Trusted Pros to get some quotes on the job I wanted done. Blackstone met with me right away and figured out what I needed to do the job. They explained the costs in the quotes and what all would be involved. They did the job when they said it would and I paid them what they quoted. I would use them again and also recommend them.
The service provided by Blackstone Renovations was done in a timely and professional manner. At all times, they demonstrated respect for the governing by-laws of the city of Calgary and went beyond the "call of duty" in the securing of a very difficult fence post placement and its adjoining gate entrance.
What makes Blackstone Renovations so unique is the manner of engagement by their owner representative. Paul is a very social person, someone who remembers the names of people and addresses them as such. He loves to talk with customers and one is left with the impression that he wants to learn as much about you as a person as possible. Why? Because , he just likes people and he is a very honest person to deal with.
Most important to me is Blackstone's follow-up and readiness to correct any resultant problems that may be associated with their work. They are prompt in this regard and corrections are made without question and/or additional cost.
Excellent work on adding a new addition to a 100 year old house. A number of plumbing, electrical, structure and insulation issues also addressed. All the work was thorough, extremely well done and blends in beautifully with the original house. Paul worked with us to find the most cost effective solutions and was able to provide options for us to choose. Invoices are detailed and what you pay up front, during construction and at the end is worked out ahead of time. Small team so you have to wait at times for a call back or to fit in smaller projects. However the advantage of the small team is that all the crew are wonderful to work with - knowledgeable, respectful of your home and really take pride in their work. Subcontractors (eg. electrical and plumbing) they use are also excellent, fully licensed and work with the team on a regular basis.
Paul and his team reno'd our 25 yr old family home, gutting the entire kitchen/traditional dining area and front entrance. The team came up with a creative, 'out of the box' solution to increasing the size of our front entrance while maximizing the kitchen space and ending up with something we hadn't envisioned and we just love the space!
My wife and I loved our old home. It had really good "bones', was in a great neighbourhood and lots of amazing potential. But it was 'tired'. We were empty nesters and wanted to travel...lots. But we had a large family (6 kids) and we still wanted to be home for Christmas, Easter, etc. and we wanted to have our kids and (hopefully) grandkids come back and visit such that we could get everybody under one roof.
So our plan was really simple. Update our home with major renovations such that it would add value, make it truly contemporary by using the already great features (such as the incredible woodwork) and not waste money by doing things that were adding very little, but costing lots. An example, moving the kitchen sink and new cupboards, which would have meant re-doing the granite counters, and likely the ceramic flooring, Instead, new cabinet fronts and re-designed mouldings. We liked to call it 'Our Five Star Hotel' because that's how it felt after Paul finished. Truly beautiful.
Paul worked with our ideas and more importantly added his incredible imagination and building skills to make our ideas really pop. An example, our chateau ceiling in our living room. Not only did it make the living room truly beautiful, it added functionality. Our literally cold old living room was now warm because the heat stayed in the lower part of the room. Without Paul's skill's and dedication none of this would've happened.
In short, Paul Kowalenko is the closest you'll ever get to hiring Mike Holmes. Honesty, reliability and integrity combined with "Do it right".
Blackstone Renovations Inc. has a TrustScore™ of 4.8. The average TrustScore™ for other businesses providing similar services in Calgary and the surrounding areas is 3. For detailed information on how TrustScore is calculated, click here to learn more.
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Total Received | 0 | 31 |
Approved | 0 | 31 |
Unverified | 0 | 0 |
Suspicious | 0 | 0 |
Overall Rating | 4.8/5 |
Complaints Received | Last 12 Months | Last 3 Years |
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Suppliers & Creditors | 0 | 0 |
Employees & Sub-Contractors | 0 | 0 |
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Posted License Information | Not yet provided |
Posted Liability Insurance | Yes |
Posted Workers Compensation | Yes |
Company Website | Yes |
Social Media Profiles | Not yet provided |
Endorsed by Peers | Yes |
In Business Since | 2001 |
Member of TrustedPros Since | 2012 |
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Blackstone Renovations Inc. has been recognized for their skills and expertise by their peers in the following categories
Great contractors to work for, well thought out projects with a high attention to detail.
Commercial Construction - Looking for a General Contractor to construct your project with the highest level of environmental stewardship? L.E.E.D. Platinum build? Green technologies and materials? Energy efficiency and conservation? New construction or Tenant Improvements? Salvage a doomed job?
General Contractor - This is our most prominent specialty of all our services offered. As a general contractor we run the day-to-day oversight of the construction site, management of vendors and trades, and communication of information to involved parties throughout the course of the project.
Additions - Big or small, we can custom design and build a warm and welcoming addition that suits your needs and looks great! We would be delighted to refer you to our trusted and reliable architect to help you get your project off to a great start!
Fence Install & Repair - Currently available: cedar, treated, painted, stained, white picket, high fence, guard rail, wrought iron, white PVC plastic, privacy, posts, post caps, continuous, paneled, custom, brick, rockwork, Rundle stone, vinyl, dog runs, sign posts, chain link, ornamental, lattice.
Basement Renovations - 3 basic packages: Low, Medium, High. $40 - $50/sq.ft. for: walls, ceilings, electrical, lights. $50 - $60/sq.ft. for: a bathroom, sub-floor, spray-foam insulation. $80 - $100/sq.ft. for: heated floors, fireplace, granite counter tops, pot-lights, steamer / sauna.
Framing - Excellent craftsmanship, planning and development, safety, serving single family, multi family, residential, retail, office, commercial, renovations, wood and steel framing, basement packages, garage packages. Exterior finishing: Stonetile, vinyl siding, Hardi board, roofing, concrete pad.
Garage / Carport Builders - permits, excavation, concrete, construction, roofing, exterior siding, finishing, electrical, lights, windows, doors, insulation, drywall, taping, painting are all part of the deal. Available in standard or custom sizing. Available as a kit or design-build. Add a furnace.
Bathroom Renovation - Want to change out everything about your bathroom and make it modern and attractive to house guests? Where do you want us to start first? Is it the: tub, shower, sink, countertop, toilet, floor, ceiling fan, vanity lights and mirror, paint the walls, or new cabinets?
Hardwood & Laminate Flooring - Solid hardwood is an excellent choice for flooring due to its exceptional properties: environmental profile, durability, structural, aesthetics, and restorability. We also offer: engineered, laminate, veneer, vinyl, cork, bamboo, and an array of quality finishes.
Carpentry (General) - Over 12 years experience in all aspects of construction. We specialize in: historical restorations, commercial, tenant improvements, whole house renovations, log homes, new construction, framing, and finishing carpentry. We adhere to Alberta Building Code specifications.
Drywall - Specializing in: Residential Projects, Commercial Projects, Drywall Contracting. Interior Projects, Home Remodeling, Business Renovations, Room Additions, other Drywall Services. Taping and Sanding. Locally owned and operated, we work hard to establish a great relationship with you.
Painting - Bad news: last week was the best week all year to have had all that painting done. Good news: call Blackstone to get it started today so that by next week you can check it off your to-do list. Now is the time, and we're your contractor, to get that space painted and onto the next goal!
New Home Construction - Calgary based family General Contracting company providing complete services, including planning and permitting and construction. We do most of the work directly ourselves, and call on our excellent group of subtrades as required. "Showing you possibilities, not limitations".
Windows & Exterior Doors - We are a Certified Pella Installer and are backed by our manufacturer's promise: "Pella makes window and door replacement easy, from start to finish. We promise". Energy Star Partner. Up to 83% more energy efficient. Exclusive collection of top of the line products.
Home Staging - Certified In-house Stager. We create that compelling and inspiring first impression that welcomes you into your home and makes it more attractive, memorable, and most importantly, desirable to you. And/or if the home is being prepared for sale than to the prospective home buyers too.
Decks & Patios - Outdoor spaces, such as decks and patios, are a way to extend the space in your home for entertaining, relaxation and outdoor meals. If you're thinking about adding a deck or patio then don't forget to consider cost. The price of a patio or wood deck can vary significantly.
Cabinetry & Built-ins - If you're planning to install cabinetry, be it built-in or custom, you need to consider its function, your budget, type of wood, and the aesthetics. We take pride in building cabinets that are both well-built and beautiful. Many woods available to select from.
Kitchen Renovation - Perhaps more than any renovation project, remodeling the kitchen can be the most expensive, time consuming and inconvenient project. Yet it has the potential to be the most rewarding project. Selecting the right kitchen renovator for the job is essential. Call us today!
Demolition - We take pride in our large and small scale demolition services. We have numerous projects under our belts, including work in commercial and residential sectors. Our wide range of equipment enables us to handle projects efficiently, safely and on time. We haul out waste post-demo.
Design-Build - Success here is largely dependent on one key factor - the contract. Contracts minimize risks for the project owners and minimize the delivery schedule by overlapping the design phase and construction phase of a project. Want the best Design-Build experience? Call Blackstone today.
Showing You Possibilities, Not Limitations!
Thank you for viewing our profile, and welcome to Blackstone Renovations Inc.
We help families and business owners have stress-free and exciting transformational renovation experiences from start to finish, ensuring every last detail is done the right way!
We specialize in renovations and additions. With our expertise and your dreams, we can make it happen.
At Blackstone Renovations we are focused on providing high-quality service and customer satisfaction - we will do everything we can to meet your expectations.
Blackstone Renovations is built on the belief that our customers' needs are of the utmost importance. Our entire team is committed to meeting those needs. As a result, a high percentage of our business is from repeat customers and referrals.
We would welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service in the industry!
With a variety of services to choose from, we're sure you'll be happy working with us.
Feel free to call us for suggestions and advice. We simply love helping our clients.
About us:
We are a father & 2 sons General Contracting & Renovations family business based out of our home in Canyon Meadows, Calgary. We have been proudly serving our community with distinguished craftsmanship / WCB / Licensed / Insured / References / Warranties / and a smile, since 2001. We offer full construction and renovation services from planning and permitting through to completion. We do most of the work directly ourselves, and call on our excellent group of sub-trades as required.
Custom Services Offered:
- Additions, Major renovations, and remodeling
- Interior and exterior upgrades
- Residential, Multi-residential, and Commercial
- Concept and design advice
- Architectural and drafting services
- Development and Building permitting
- Business and occupancy licensing
- Estimating, procurement, and installation
- In house design and construction team
- Excellent sub-trade partners
- National wholesale suppliers
- Accredited Home Staging and Professional Organizer services
Blackstone Renovations Inc. was awarded Best of TrustedPros in 2021 for General Contracting in Calgary.
Blackstone Renovations Inc. was awarded Best of TrustedPros in 2019 for General Contracting in Calgary.
Blackstone Renovations Inc. was awarded Best of TrustedPros in 2016 for General Contracting in Calgary.
Blackstone Renovations Inc. was awarded Best of TrustedPros in 2014 for General Contracting in Calgary.
Blackstone Renovations Inc. was awarded Best of TrustedPros in 2013 for General Contracting and Carpentry in Calgary.
Main contact(s) | Paul Kowalenko |
Alternate Phone Numbers | 403-281-0835 |
Listed with TrustedPros since: | 2012 |
Residential work | Yes |
Commercial work | Yes |
Warranty | One year on labour and supplied materials (or manufacturers warranty if less). |
Accepts credit cards | No |
Year established | 2001 |
Offers financing | No |
24 Hour emergency service | No |
Legal structure | Incorporated |
Licensing information | Contact Blackstone Renovations Inc. to request licensing info. |
Insurance information | Yes |
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