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Hallmark Projects Ltd. delivers top-tier renovation services throughout the Tri-cities. Our skilled team combines modern designs with a commitment to preserving the unique charm and character of your home, all while adhering to the highest industry standards. Whether it’s a small update or a full-scale transformation, we bring expertise and creativity to every project, ensuring your space is both functional and beautiful.

We focus on enhancing your homes functionality, safety, comfort, and efficiency in addition to modifying it to your preferred style, all of which increase the property’s overall value. We strive to ensure that the space works more effectively in addition to providing aesthetic improvements.

Hallmark Projects – Port Coquitlam Home Improvement Contractor – Delivering Exceptional Services

Hallmark Projects is dedicated to provide exceptional construction services that are tailored to your particular needs. We specialize in both residential and commercial projects and are known in the industry for our excellent craftsmanship and attention to detail. From the first consultation to the project’s ultimate completion, our team is committed to delivering at every step of the construction process.

We understand the importance of staying within budget and completing projects on schedule. To ensure that your project not only meets your expectations, we use indystry quality materials and the industry standard building techniques. Whether you are planning a complete residential space upgrade, a partial improvement, or something else entirely, Hallmark Projects has the expertise and ability to oversee any construction project.

Contact us today to discuss your remodeling or construction needs and let us help you create the space you’ve always envisioned.

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HALLMARK PROJECTS LTD. – Tri-Cities Home Improvement Company For Residential Renovations & Remodeling

At Hallmark Projects, we expertly manage all residential space improvement projects of any scale. With a full suite of remodeling services, we guarantee outstanding craftsmanship in every project we undertake.
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With a focus on exceptional customer service and technical proficiency, we are committed to being your go-to choice for remodeling and upgrades. Whether it’s creating a new in-house office, renovating a basement, converting a garage, or any other project, our team is dedicated to improving your house’s functionality and increasing its value.

Hallmark Projects Ltd. – We Deliver Results

Contact us today to discuss your renovation or upgrade needs. As your preferred Tri-Cities Home Renovation Contractors, we’re happy to provide more details about our services to help you get started.

Dedicated to quality craftsmanship and meticulous attention to detail, Hallmark Projects is here to bring your vision to life – whether its a kitchen upgrade, a bathroom upgrade,or a partial or complete residential space upgrade, give us a call.

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HALLMARK PROJECTS LTD. – WHERE TO LOCATE US

Hallmark Projects is free to operate in several parts of the lower mainland in British Columbia. We easily operate in Vancouver, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Burnaby, New Westminster, Port Moody, Coquitlam, Pitt Meadows, Surrey, and Richmond . You can rely on our expert remodeling & renovations teams to deliver your projects with superior craftsmanship and customer service.

Hallmark Projects – Port Coquitlam Home Renovation Contractor – Enhancing Residences with Expertise and Honesty.

At Hallmark Projects is dedicated to delivering on your aspirations for a beautiful home. Our skilled team specializes in a wide range of remodeling services that are tailored to your particular needs. Our expertise ensures outstanding outcomes that enhance both utility and aesthetic appeal, whether your goal is to update your kitchen, remodel your bathroom, or start a full-scale home makeover.

At Hallmark Projects, we firmly believe that a well-executed renovation improves your home’s worth while also improving your quality of life. Your makeover will be completed on schedule and within your budget and attention to detail and dedication to excellence.

Together, let us create a home you will cherish for years to come.

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Hallmark Projects – Port Coquitlam Basement Renovation Contractor – Let’s Make A Liveable Space

Hallmark Projects specializes in turning underutilized areas into functional and beautiful places. Our skilled team is committed to offering exceptional refurbishment services that are customized to your unique requirements and tastes. Whether you want a welcoming guest bedroom, a contemporary home office, or a comfortable family room, we have the know-how and experience to turn your vision into a reality.

As a trusted  Tri-Cities Basement Renovation Company, we take pride in our meticulous attention to detail and satisfied customers. The variety of successful projects in our portfolio shows how adaptable we are to various needs and styles. Select Hallmark Projects for your next basement renovation to witness the transformative power of skilled craftsmanship. Contact us right now to set up a consultation and begin your journey to a stunningly renovated basement.

Contact us today to set up a consultation and learn how we can convert your basement into a stunning and practical component of your home.

 

How Much Does A Basement Renovation Cost?

Basement renovations come in two types – complete fit-out of a cold shell space to make it habitable or remolding of an existing habitable space. For clarity, remodeling refers to changing the layout of an existing space by either putting up new partition walls or making a space ‘bigger’ by tearing down existing partition walls.

Basements are renovated or remodeled to create habitable spaces for hosting, entertaining, fitness, or relaxing. Basement renovations and remodels are also a great, and less expensive option, for creating extra living space compared to a home addition. It is important to note though, that for appraisal purposes, square footage above ground, like additions, are valued more than the square footage of finished basements below ground. However, like many well-thought-out renovations, the cost of a basement renovation can not only be recouped when a house is sold, but it can also increase the value of a home’s potential selling price by up to 12.5% according to a survey by Royal Lepage Canada. Like most renovations and remodeling also, the cost of a basement renovation depends on the square footage and scope of work involved.

As a cost guide, current market pricing for a basement renovation cost can range anywhere from $40,000 up to $60,000 for a 500sq.ft basement area. This is for building out an open, cold, basement space into a habitable space such as for a basic den or ‘man cave’ with insulation, drywall, flooring, painting, lighting, and baseboard heating. Building Permit and Energy Upgrade requirements will impose additional costs.

Cost per square foot for Basement Renovations in the Tri-Cities

Description Size Cost Range
Building out an existing open, cold basement into a basic habitable space such as a den, with standard finishes. 500 Sq. Ft $40,000 - $60,000
Building out an existing open, cold basement into a basic habitable space such as a den plus a bedroom. Standard finishes 500 Sq. Ft $50,000 - $80,000
Building out an existing open, cold basement into a basic habitable space such as a den plus a bedroom, and a full-service kitchen. Standard finishes 750 Sq. Ft $70,000 - $130,000
Building out an existing open, cold basement into a basic habitable space such as a den plus a bedroom, full-service kitchen, and bathroom. Standard finishes 1000 Sq. Ft $90,000 - $160,000

The above costs per square foot for Basement Renovations in the Tri-Cities all depend on the scope of work and materials/products involved.

 

Keep in mind, however, that not all square feet are created equal, and the above numbers are just a guide. Building Permit requirements may also impose additional costs.

Secondary (Legal) Suites

A secondary (or legal) suite is a complete living unit with its own kitchen, sleeping area, and washroom facilities contained within another dwelling. The two dwelling units (the primary residence and the secondary suite) and any common spaces make up a single real estate entity that cannot be stratified or otherwise legally separated from the other.

 

Secondary suites are permitted in most single detached and some side-by-side attached homes across British Columbia and come with many benefits such as providing homes for aging parents, adult children or other family members, helping to pay a mortgage or investing in existing property and contributing to more long-term rental housing in communities.

 

Local government zoning and planning requirements, as well as certain building codes, and building permit requirements would dictate if a secondary suite can be built on a property and what building codes would apply. In the City of Vancouver (municipality), the Vancouver Building By-laws (VBBL) will apply. Elsewhere in BC, the British Columbia Building Codes (BCBC) is applicable.

 

There are very rigid building code and building permit requirements for converting an existing space into a secondary (or legal) suite. The newer the single-family dwelling containing the space for conversion, the easier it may be to do so. The older the single-family dwelling, the greater the number of requirements. There are also different types of secondary suites as shown in the graphic below.

Types of Secondary Suites

One of the more common conversions is from an existing single-family home basement suite into a secondary (legal) suite. Within the municipality of the City of Vancouver, the basic guidelines for creating a secondary occupancy (legal basement) within a home includes, but is not limited to, the following:

 

  1. Permits
    • > A development and building permit, together with applicable trades permit is required.

 

  1. Number of Secondary Suites
    • > Only one secondary suite is permitted per primary dwelling unit.

 

  1. Floor Area
    • > The proposed secondary suite (legal basement) must have a minimum floor area of 400 sq.ft., but it cannot be bigger than the main dwelling floor area.

 

  1. Ceiling Height
    • > A minimum ceiling height of 6’-6” must be maintained or achieved across all exit routes and, in 80% of the floor area of the suite.

 

  1. Doors
    • > Have interconnecting solid core doors that are unglazed or with wired glass between the main part of the house and suite.
    • > Have self-closing devices fitted to all interconnecting solid core doors.
    • > Have no exit doors (which lead to the outside or to common exit corridor) that are obstructed or locked from the outside.

 

  1. Windows
    • > Provide an unobstructed opening of not less than 3.77sq.ft in area.
    • > Have no bars on the windows.

 

  1. Level Below Grade
    • > The finish floor level of the suite must not be more than 6’ below the adjacent outside natural ground level.

 

  1. Emergency Responders Access Path
    • > There must be a 3’ wide, hard surface, access path from the main street to the entrance of the suite.

 

  1. Fire & Safety Systems
    • > A minimum of one hard-wired smoke and carbon monoxide detection alarm per bedroom (additional alarms must be installed throughout the primary dwelling unit and must be able to communicate with alarms in the suite).
    • > Alarms must be installed with a permanent connection to an electrical circuit, and must have a battery back-up and silencing feature.
    • > Have lath and plaster in good condition, or a minimum of 13mm (1/2 in.) gypsum wallboard on walls and/or ceilings between the main part of the house and the suite.

 

  1. Electrical
    • > Have a main electrical service sized to accommodate all electrical loads.
    • > A minimum of two kitchen counter duplex receptacles (electrical outlets) supplied by two appliance circuits.
    • > kitchen counter duplex receptacles either individually wired on separate branch circuits or collectively wired on a multi-wire branch circuit.
    • > A minimum of two duplex receptacles located on different walls in each bedroom.
    • > A minimum of three duplex receptacles located on different walls in the living room area.
    • > Receptacles (electrical outlets) installed within 1.5m of sinks, bathtubs, or shower stalls must be of the Class A ground fault circuit interrupter type.
    • > Electrical Permit

 

  1. Plumbing
    • > Have plumbing and gas fixtures that have been properly installed, with approved traps and vents, which meet current Safety Standards Act and Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code.
    • > Have furnace and hot water tank vents with proper clearance from combustible materials, (which can range up to 152mm (6”) depending on the manufacturer’s specifications).
    • > Have seismic straps fitted to any hot water tank.
    • > Plumbing & Gas Permit

 

  1. Parking
    • > Have onsite parking spaces for the entire property (main house and secondary occupancy)

 

These requirements are specific to the Vancouver Building By-Laws (VBBL) which regulates the municipality of the City of Vancouver. Other municipalities (Burnaby, Richmond, Surrey, etc.) comply with the B.C. Building Code which has similar but less restrictive requirements compared to the VBBL.

 

The graphic below shows a pictorial summery of the different code requirements for secondary suites (and legal basements).

Summary of the different code requirements for secondary suites.

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Hallmark Projects – Port Coquitlam Commercial Renovation Contractor – Enhance Your Business Environment

Hallmark Projects, a leading  Tri-Cities Commercial Renovation Contractor, is committed to making your office a functional and aesthetically beautiful space. With extensive experience in the field, we are aware of the particular requirements of commercial buildings and work hard to provide outstanding results that support your vision. Our team of highly qualified professionals is dedicated to offering outstanding craftsmanship and creative design concepts that raise the value and allure of your commercial space.

  • Office Renovations – Improve workplace efficiency with updated layouts and innovative designs.
  • Retail Store Transformations – Create an inviting and customer-friendly shopping experience.
  • Restaurant & Hospitality Upgrades – Elevate the ambiance and functionality of dining establishments.
  • Healthcare & Professional Office Renovations – Ensure a welcoming and practical space for clients and staff.

Let’s create a space that drives success!

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Hallmark Projects – Port Coquitlam Commercial Tenant Improvement Contractor – Tailored Solutions for Commercial Properties.

Hallmark Projects is the preferred Port Coquitlam Commercial Tenant Improvement Contractor. We are Experts at adapting work environments to the particular requirements of businesses. We are dedicated to delivering exceptional results and prioritizing the needs of our clients. Because our team is well-versed in the complexities of tenant improvement initiatives, we make sure that every component is in line with your vision and operational needs.

  • Space Planning & Layout Customization – Design a layout that maximizes efficiency and meets tenant needs.
  • Interior & Exterior Enhancements – – Upgrade interiors and exteriors for improved functionality and aesthetics.
  • Regulatory Compliance & Safety Upgrades – Ensure your property meets all regulatory standards.
  • Custom Modifications – Adapt spaces to accommodate various business operations.

Let’s create a space that works as hard as you do!

Let’s Create Something Extraordinary Together

Regardless of the scale or intricacy of your project, Hallmark Projects stands prepared to provide support. As a leading Tri-Cities Contracting Company, we are dedicated to achieving exceptional and lasting outcomes. Whether you require a Home Renovation, a Basement Renovation, a Commercial Renovation or, or a Commercial Tenant Improvement, our team possesses the expertise and resources necessary to bring your vision to fruition.

Ready to take the first step? Contact Hallmark Projects today to schedule a consultation and learn why we’re the trusted choice for construction and renovation services in the Tri-Cities.

Let’s work together to create something extraordinary!

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