Home Renovations in New Westminster
Kitchen, bathroom, and condo renovation specialists serving New Westminster and the Quay area.
About New Westminster
Reno Stars has been renovating homes throughout New Westminster — from the heritage houses of Queen's Park and Sapperton to the modern high-rises along the waterfront and Columbia Street corridor. As one of Metro Vancouver's oldest cities, New Westminster presents unique renovation challenges: many homes predate 1940 and may contain knob-and-tube wiring, asbestos insulation, cast-iron plumbing, and plaster-and-lathe walls.
Heritage home renovation is a specialty of our New Westminster work. Queen's Park alone contains over 100 heritage-designated homes, and we understand how to modernize kitchens and bathrooms while preserving period details like crown moulding, hardwood floors, pocket doors, and stained glass. For homes on the Heritage Register, we can work within the city's Heritage Conservation Area guidelines to ensure your renovation maintains the home's character while meeting modern building code requirements.
New Westminster's steeply sloped topography means many homes have daylight basements with excellent suite potential. We've converted numerous New Westminster basements into legal secondary suites — complete with separate entrances, full bathrooms, and kitchenettes — helping homeowners offset their mortgage with rental income of $1,400–$2,000/month.
Condo renovations in the Quay, Downtown, and Brow of the Hill are another major segment of our work. The Royal City has seen significant new development in recent years, but many older condo buildings (built 1990–2010) are now ready for interior updates. We handle strata approvals, work within restricted construction hours, and can coordinate elevator access for material delivery in high-rise buildings.
Our New Westminster project portfolio includes bathroom renovations from $15,000–$30,000, kitchen renovations from $20,000–$40,000, and basement suite conversions from $35,000–$60,000. Every project comes with a 3-year workmanship warranty and transparent written quotes. Free estimates available — call us or book online.
Our Services in New Westminster
Kitchen Renovation
Full kitchen renovation — design, custom cabinetry, countertops, tile, lighting, appliances. One team, one contract. Vancouver Metro 2026: typical investment $25K–$150K (luxury builds $200K+).
Explore Kitchen RenovationBathroom Renovation
Bathroom renovation with precision waterproofing, custom tile, spec-grade fixtures. Powder rooms to full ensuites. Vancouver 2026: $20K–$80K typical, luxury master ensuites $100K+.
Explore Bathroom RenovationWhole House Renovation
Whole-house renovation under one contract — one project manager, all trades coordinated, milestone payments. Vancouver Metro 2026: $150K–$800K typical, luxury or major structural changes $1M+.
Explore Whole House RenovationRealtor Consultation
Expert guidance on buying, selling, and renovating to maximize property value — integrated Buy–Renovate–Sell consultation with our renovation arm.
Explore Realtor ConsultationCabinet Refacing
Cabinet refacing, refinishing, or full replacement — new doors, drawer fronts, and hardware. Vancouver 2026: refinish from $4K, refacing $8K–$18K, full custom replacement $20K–$50K.
Explore Cabinet RefacingCommercial Renovation
Commercial renovation for offices, retail, restaurants, and clinics — permit handling, code compliance, off-hours scheduling. Vancouver 2026: $50K–$500K typical, full restaurant or medical clinic build-outs $750K+.
Explore Commercial RenovationBasement Renovation
Basement renovation & legal suite construction in Metro Vancouver — waterproofing, permits, fire separation, separate entrance. 2026: $50K–$200K typical, premium legal suites with full ensuite $250K+.
Explore Basement RenovationPoly-B Pipe Replacement
Replace failing polybutylene plumbing in BC homes built 1985–1997. Insurance renewal and leak prevention.
Explore Poly-B Pipe ReplacementHeat Pump Installation
Replace gas furnace with heat pump. BC Hydro rebates available — we help with the paperwork.
Explore Heat Pump InstallationAccessible Bathroom Renovation
Aging-in-place bathroom renovations — curbless showers, grab bars, comfort-height fixtures, anti-scald valves, slip-resistant flooring. CSA B651 compliant, occupational-therapist coordinated. We help with HAFI grant paperwork.
Explore Accessible Bathroom RenovationCritical Load Panel Installation
Backup-power-ready electrical panel for generator, battery, or EV charger. Often paired with heat pump installs.
Explore Critical Load Panel InstallationNeighbourhoods We Serve in New Westminster
Renovation projects across these New Westminster communities. Mention your neighbourhood when you request a quote — we know each one's permit quirks and supplier logistics.
Client Reviews
We worked with Reno Stars this June and July and can't be any happier working with Ryan and his team. We had a tight budget and we didn’t want to spend too much on an old property. He came to the location, took a lot of notes of our demands, provided recommendations. They were not the cheapest but not the most expensive. I thought Reno Stars is a reliable renovation contractor after I met with Ryan. He also presented a flexible payment plan for the renovations. We kept communicating through Whatsapp and his response time was quick and helpful. There were minor hiccups after and during the renovations but he was able to get them fixed quickly. We will definitely keep in touch with Reno Stars when we planned our next renovation and I highly recommend their services. They are reliable, responsive and helpful. Thanks Ryan, and sorry for the late review.
I first spoke with Ryan, the person in charge at Reno, back in May. He was very patient and spent a long time discussing things with us. After moving into our new home, I invited a few other companies for quotes, but in the end, I still chose Renostars. Their price wasn’t the lowest, but the quote was clear and transparent. During the renovation, there were occasional extra charges for additional work, but they were reasonable. The workers were also great—they showed up early every day and even stayed late sometimes. If any issues came up during the renovation, I just mentioned them in the WeChat group, and they responded quickly. Jasper was mainly responsible for the on-site work, and he suggested adding an extra pot light. It turned out to be a great idea—the final result looks fantastic.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Westminster Renovations
Yes, we have extensive experience renovating older and heritage homes in New Westminster. We preserve original character features while updating kitchens, bathrooms, and living spaces to modern standards.
Kitchen renovations in New Westminster typically range from $20,000 to $40,000 depending on scope. A basic refresh with new countertops and cabinet doors starts around $20,000, while a full custom kitchen with island and premium appliances can reach $40,000+. We provide free written quotes with no hidden fees.
Yes, most renovations in New Westminster require a building permit — especially structural work, plumbing or electrical changes, and basement suite conversions. The City of New Westminster issues permits through their Building Division. We handle the entire permit application process on your behalf and coordinate all required inspections.
Yes, we regularly convert basements into legal secondary suites in New Westminster. The city allows secondary suites in most single-family zones. A typical conversion costs $35,000–$60,000 and includes separate entrance, full bathroom, kitchenette, and all code-required safety features. Rental income typically ranges from $1,400–$2,000/month.
A standard bathroom renovation in New Westminster takes 2–4 weeks from demolition to completion. More complex projects (tub-to-shower conversion, tile relayout, moving plumbing) may take 4–6 weeks. We provide a detailed timeline before work begins and keep you updated throughout the project.
Why Choose Our New Westminster Service
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