Great Owl Renovations Inc is a full service contractor known for complete customized renovation services offered in Calgary. It is family owned and operated business. For your protection you deal directly with an insured, licensed, bonded, WCB, BBB member, no middle man interfacing. We take full responsibility for all the aspects read more...
Great Owl Renovations Inc. began operations in 2001 and has received 16 reviews for an overall customer rating of 4.7. The average rating for businesses providing similar services in the Calgary area is 4. Write a review
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1.3
Never ever pay him the full amont before he finishes the job!!!
"Alex" the owner of this business is not a reliable person and can not keep his words. He promissed us that he will finish our basement in a month during December but in the middle of the job he and his wife took 2 weeks vacation when our house was a mess.
He kept asking me for the money every time he showed up and I trusted him and paid. We get to the point that I paid him the full amount of the contract before he finished the mudding, (I wanted to paint the walls myself). Then he didn't sow up to finish the plumbing and mudding and I had to hire someone else.
I am not recomending this guy at all.
Hello Mr. Alireza Samidi,
Thank you for your review. It came as a big surprise for us as we finished your job 3 ( three) years ago and never heard from you in these 3 years. Sorry to hear now that you are unhappy.
We provided more than 8 revised estimates for this one job in your basement due to the extra work to be added all the time to the original estimate. All extra work means that the completion date needs to be extended and it is written in our contract. In our estimate and contract only rough in plumbing was included, not finishing as you said that you will do the finishing by yourself to save money. This is exactly what we did. We also finished the mudding on the walls. The final finishing on the mudding is usually done by the painter after the primer or first coat of paint. You decided to paint by yourself.
The project took longer also due to the reason that were out if Calgary a lot due to your job and we had to wait for you to finish your part of the project. At the beginning of the project we informed you that our trades do not work on weekends and during X-mas. We finished our work and this is why you paid us in full and we thank you for that. At that time you had no concerns or questions.
We are very sorry that you are unhappy now after 3 years of the project completion and we would like to know what happened in this 3 years after the project?
In regards to the payment schedule- it is written in our estimate and contract that we have prepaid contractors license and this is why we asked for payment for materials and part of the labour in advance, especially for extra work and you agreed to it and had no problems paying. Our company has BBB ethics award for doing business without complains for 10 years with BBB and we would like to resolve the problem that caused you to leave this negative feedback after so many years.
Please write to us at hrd@shaw.ca or call at 403-620-3351 and we will respond immideate to your inquiry. Again, we are very sorry.
Thank you,
Alex and Yelena
4.7
Great Owl renovated a kitchen for us in a condo. They added cupbords and used IKEA base cabinets which I was concerned about but not anymore. The cupboards are perfectly matched and are solid. They installed tile floor, backsplash and a quartz counter. al are beautifully done. The team was timely, courteous and cleaned up everyday. We re able to stay in the condo most of the time. We got a new fridge and it was 1/4 in too big for the space. Alex and the team made it work...changed the drywall from 1/2 in to 1/4 in and voila...it fit! they even painted!!! We even made a couple changes along the way and came in on budget!
Overall this was a great reno and we love the space.
Highly recommend these guys.
4.8
Alex is courteous clean and professional. Works to your schedule and budget.
Is flexible and makes sure that any minor deficiencies are corrected before continuing on.
This is our second project with Great Owl, and won't be the last.
Thank you so much Tom for your review! We really appreciate it.
Great Owl Renovations Inc. team
5
I would recommend Great Owl Renovations to any of my friends and family - in fact they did a job for my daughter and she was very pleased with the results - price, timeline for the job and being completed when promised all added to her perfect experience. We have used Great Owl for a number of projects and we have already booked them to do a major job for March of 2013. I feel comfortable hiring them and I know that I am getting execellent quality of work for the price I pay. They are very proffessional and they always show up when they say they are going to - no waiting around for hours! No matter how big or small our jobs have been they are always able to fulfill any request that I have asked them to do with regards to renovations or repairing things in our home. Anyone should feel extremely comfortable hiring Great Owl Renovations!
Thank you so much Nancy for your review! We really appreciate it.
Great Owl Renovations Inc. team
4.8
We contracted Alex for our Kitchen renovation project. The work was completed per schedule and with good quality. We found that Alex has good understanding of the job. I would recommend Great Owl Renovations for any renovation project.
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Great Owl Renovations Inc. has a TrustScore™ of 4.4. 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.
The following elements are used to calculate TrustScore:
| Customer Reviews | Last 12 Months | All Time |
|---|---|---|
| Total Received | 0 | 16 |
| Approved | 0 | 16 |
| Unverified | 0 | 0 |
| Suspicious | 0 | 0 |
| Overall Rating | 4.7/5 |
| Complaints Received | Last 12 Months | Last 3 Years |
|---|---|---|
| Suppliers & Creditors | 0 | 0 |
| Employees & Sub-Contractors | 0 | 0 |
| Transparency | |
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| Posted License Information |
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| Posted Liability Insurance | Not yet provided |
| Posted Workers Compensation | Yes |
| Company Website | Yes |
| Social Media Profiles | |
| Endorsed by Peers | Yes |
| In Business Since | 2001 |
| Member of TrustedPros Since | 2007 |
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Great Owl Renovations Inc. has been recognized for their skills and expertise by their peers in the following categories
As a subcontractor I can recommend "Great Owl Renovation Inc." company us a good General Contractor. They are in constant contact with costumer and they organize well work at the facility, ensure safety at the facility and maintain cleanliness.
Great Owl offers General Contractors services -we have prepaid contractors licenses and government approved contract for your protection. Fully licensed, insured, bonded, WCB, BBB A+ for more than 10 years.
We do complete kitchen renovation services-from design to final completions-install kitchen cabinets, back splash, flooring, appliances. All services for your dream kitchen will be provided.
Complete Bathroom renovations from design and all permits to the final touch. We supply and install cabinets, provide all rough in and finishing materials.
We provide property maintenance for Property Management companies: monthly , quarterly, annual inspections and all renovation services as per company maintenance schedule and budget. Leak inspections, air filters changes, gym/sauna disinfection, painting, salt & water softener maintenance for units.
We provide quality demolition service. Save money on recycling. Why rent a garbage bin? We do demolition and take away construction debris right away, no garbage accumulated at the job site. We also work with Habitat-all we can salvage is going to Habitat and you will get Tax right off receipt.
We install all type of tiles-ceramic, natural stone, porcelain. Our great suppliers are ready to invite you in the show room and we will help you to choose the right product for your floors, walls and any other space you have in mind.
We do Home Inspection for home purchase, for leaking after flood, for insurance . Inspections are done by certified Home Inspections specialist.Mold inspections are done by professional Mold specialist.
Complete basement renovations from design and all permits to the final touch for your basements. We offer affordable solution to convert your basement into a cozy and functional family place!
We will build your addition from the permit to final completion. All permits and city codes will be followed. From design by professional designers to the final touch.
Interior Design service is provided by certified Interior Decorator. Design for any room or total home is available for all our projects. We have outstanding Designer.
We work on restorations after flood, leaks, fire and other. We provide mold inspection and treatments, estimates for insurances for the work needed.
We have master plumber in our team to complete any plumbing projects. Affordable, reliable service to protect your property from leaking.
Home staging is provided by certified Interior Decorator. Design for any room or total home is available for all our projects.
Great Owl install all type of flooring-hardwood, tiles, natural stones. We have great discount at our suppliers!
We work with our partner for floor re-sending projects. Why install new if you can have yours refinished and save money.
Our painting services will cover all your projects needs. Affordable, done by painting professionals to perfection.
We have master electrician in our team for all your electrical needs-from permit to final inspection-you are covered.
We supply and install any type of cabinets for kitchens, bathrooms, storage rooms, offices and closets.
We work closely with our partners-engineers and designers to design your project as per City requirements.
Installation of prefabricated storage and closets cabinets as well as supply and install custom cabinets.
No job is too small for us-call us for any handyman job and we will do it in time, on budget!
We install and custom made laminate counter tops. Great selection and quality for all your needs.
We supply and install all carpentry projects- doors, trims, all type of flooring.
We supply and install all type of carpet flooring. Best choices and affordable pricing.
We install drywall for all your projects. Madding and sending, ready to paint.
Great Owl Renovations Inc is a full service contractor known for complete customized renovation services offered in Calgary. It is family owned and operated business.
For your protection you deal directly with an insured, licensed, bonded, WCB, BBB member, no middle man interfacing.
We take full responsibility for all the aspects of your renovation project from the city permit to the final completion.
At Great Owl we will help you to weed out the less effective renovation ideas while focusing on the ones that really pay off to bring up the value of your investment.
We supply and install kitchen and bathroom cabinets -great quality and affordable price! We also supply and install ceramic tiles, natural stones, hardwood and carpet! Why shop somewhere else if you can have everything done by Great Owl?
| Main contact(s) | Alex Riabov , Yelena Voyevoda |
| Alternate Phone Numbers | 403-620-3351, 403-620-3351 |
| Listed with TrustedPros since: | 2007 |
| Residential work | Yes |
| Commercial work | Yes |
| Warranty | Great Owl Renovations Inc has warranty for one year for all work performed by our contractors. |
| Accepts credit cards | Yes |
| Year established | 2001 |
| Offers financing | No |
| 24 Hour emergency service | No |
| Legal structure | Incorporated |
| Licensing information | Business does not require a trade license |
| Insurance information | Contact Great Owl Renovations Inc. to request insurance details. |
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