Home Renovations in Burnaby
Designed Around Your Lifestyle
Home renovations in Burnaby span a wide mix of housing, from solid post-war bungalows near Burnaby Heights to larger family homes around Deer Lake and Buckingham, many sitting on generous lots with real room to expand. We take on the full scope, including design, engineering, City of Burnaby permits, and construction, whether you are modernizing a dated interior, raising a basement to add a suite, or extending the footprint with an addition.
Renovating in Burnaby: Suites, Lots, and the City Permit Process
Map from the City of Burnaby
Burnaby is one of the few Metro Vancouver municipalities that has actively encouraged secondary suites for decades, which shapes how many local renovations are planned. A large share of Burnaby's housing stock, particularly the post-war homes through Burnaby Heights, East Burnaby, and the areas around Deer Lake, sits on lots that can accommodate a legal suite, a footprint addition, or both. That makes "renovate and add rental income" a common Burnaby goal in a way it isn't everywhere on the North Shore.
It also means the City of Burnaby permit process is a central part of most projects here. Unlike North Vancouver, which is split between the District and the City, Burnaby is a single municipality, so all permitting runs through one authority, the City of Burnaby. Suite conversions, additions, and structural changes each carry their own permit and inspection requirements, and we handle that process end to end so the project stays compliant and on schedule.
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QUESTIONS?
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We handle full home renovations, additions, basement and suite conversions, and major interior remodels across Burnaby. From whole-home transformations of post-war houses to footprint-expanding additions on larger lots, we manage design, engineering, permits, and construction under one roof.
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Full home renovations in Burnaby typically start around $200,000 and rise based on size, scope, and finish level. Additions and structural changes add to that, while smaller interior remodels can come in lower. We provide a detailed, line-item budget before any work begins so there are no surprises.
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Yes. Renovations and additions in Burnaby are permitted through the City of Burnaby, and projects that change the footprint, add a secondary suite, or alter the structure require building permits and often engineering. We manage the full City of Burnaby permit process on your behalf, including coordinating any required drawings and inspections.
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Often, yes. Burnaby actively supports secondary suites, and many homes are well suited to adding a legal suite during a larger renovation. We assess whether your home qualifies, handle the permitting, and build the suite to code as part of the overall project.
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It depends on scope. For whole-home renovations or major structural work, most homeowners move out for safety and speed. For phased or partial projects, it is sometimes possible to stay in part of the home. We map this out with you during planning so you know what to expect.
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Most full home renovations run four to eight months depending on size and complexity, with additions and structural work extending that timeline. Permitting through the City of Burnaby adds lead time at the front end, which we account for in the schedule we give you.
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Renovations Across Greater Vancouver
We've completed over 100 projects across the North Shore, Vancouver, and surrounding areas. Find the page for your neighbourhood - each covers local permit requirements, typical scopes, and what renovations in that area tend to involve.
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Start Your Renovation With Confidence
Renovations don’t need to be stressful. At Roka, our proven process is built on clear communication, transparent pricing, and craftsmanship you can trust. From kitchens and bathrooms to full-scale remodels, your project will be:
• Completed On Time
• Built With Transparent Pricing
• Managed With Clear Communication
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