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Client Reviews - What to expect when you hire us as your Home Renovation Contractor in Toronto
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Tonnia Z.
From start to finish, the experience with Urban RenoProjects exceeded our expectations. The work was exactly what we asked for—on budget and on time. Karan was so attentive, involved every step of the way, and incredibly easy to work with. He has a great eye for design and made thoughtful suggestions on layout, finishes, and colors that suited our style and needs perfectly.
The crew was also fantastic! They are skilled, professional, and genuinely seemed to enjoy their work. The quality of the craftsmanship is excellent, and the value for what we received was outstanding.
We’re absolutely thrilled with our new spa-like bathroom and our beautiful, functional basement. Karan feels like part of the family now, and without a doubt, we’ll be hiring Urban RenoProjects for our future renovations. Highly recommend—10/10! -
Kristy
We hired Urban RenoProjects to update our master bathroom, which was straight out of the 1980s. After doing research and getting quotes, we decided this was the best company for us. Karan gave us a lot of confidence right from the initial meeting that the work would be high-quality and delivered on time. We were very impressed with the whole process. Of note, the project began early, Karan provided exceptional design advice and support in selecting our materials, the crew members were polite and kept the area clean, and we always knew what to expect on a daily basis. Karan was regularly onsite and in communication with us. Our bathroom turned out beautifully and we are already planning to do another major project with Urban RenoProjects. We highly recommend this company!
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Nancy D.
Urban Reno Projects did a fantastic job on our basement! Karan, the project manager, was professional, communicative, and made sure everything ran smoothly. The space is now warm, functional, and beautifully finished. Highly recommend!
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Srinivas P.
Karan Patel and UrbanRenoProjects team are very professional and amazing individuals!
I wanted to get my basement renovated and I choose UrbanRenoProjects team because of my initial meeting with Karan. I had a lot of questions and the answers Karan gave me were very meaningful and provided a lot of insights in how the project would evolve.
Karan’s team was very cognizant of the fact that me and my wife always worked from home. This helped me and my family settle sooner in our new home and the disruptions to our day to day life we minimized from little to none.
My basement looks fantastic - the worksmanship speaks for itself. I will recommend UrbanRenoProject to all my family and friends. -
Deepmala R.
We contracted Urban Reno Project to change our flooring and doors all across our condo, and I can say wholeheartedly that they did a very good job. They were patient in understanding our needs, and they did their best to accommodate our preferences within our budget. They were also able to schedule the work pretty quickly, we did not have to wait weeks on end to find time on their calendar. During the reno, they were open to make changes to meet our preferences, and we really appreciated that flexibility. Overall, I think Karan and the Urban Reno Team treat their customers fairly and with respect, they do not strong arm or manipulate, as I have seen some other contractors try to do first hand. They also make efforts to make sure that the client is happy with the project before they handover. I am happy to recommend their services to anyone that is considering small or expansive renovations in their home.
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Amanda P.
I have worked with many contractors in the past and was hesitant booking as I've never had a good experience. We relayed during the quoting stage that communication was important for us.
The job was done a week earlier than expected and the pricing was the best quote we received and was very fair. The crews cleaned up everyday and we were floored with the daily progress. We had such a great experience with Urban RenoProjects that we're thinking of where else we can renovate! The basement bedroom turned out amazing and exceeded our expectations. I will definitely be using Urban RenoProjects again and we highly recommend
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Sachin P.
From the start, Karan stood out with his realistic and reasonable quote. We compared multiple contractors, and not only was his pricing competitive, but the quality of materials he used matched the highest quotes we received. Karan promised to complete the project within one week because we needed the house ready for the market as soon as possible. Thanks to Karan and his team, the basement looks amazing, and the entire process was seamless. I am extremely satisfied with his work and service. I highly recommend Urban Reno Projects for any renovation needs and will definitely be recommending Karan’s services to my future clients.
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Romil P.
We recently hired Urban Reno projects team Karan for a complete overhaul of our Basement, including installing a new side door and upgrading electrical panels. From start to finish, they were incredibly professional and efficient. The team was knowledgeable, skilled, and paid close attention to detail, ensuring every aspect of the project was completed to perfection.
Their communication throughout the project was outstanding, keeping us informed at every stage and addressing any concerns promptly. The quality of workmanship exceeded our expectations, and they finished the project within the estimated timeframe and budget.
We highly recommend Karan and team for anyone looking for reliable and top-notch renovation services. Thank you again for an outstanding job!
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Ajanta G.
We’re very much satisfied with Karan and team’s work. Karan is very polite, responsive and highly skilled. I renovated two of my bathrooms and can’t take my eyes off after the work was finished. He’s very accommodating, provided high quality products and made sure all our preferences were addressed. Highly recommended!!
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Laura B.
After many months of trying to find a contractor to renovate our bathroom, we luckily found Karan and his team. Karan worked with us to give us the bathroom of our dreams. He listened and guided us through the process. He kept to his time frame and agreed quote. I look forward to working with Karan and his team in the future.
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Debajyoti A.
"Urban RenoProjects came to our rescue when our previous contractor left our old bathroom in ruins. They not only did an outstanding job at a reasonable cost but also demonstrated punctuality and quality through their skilled team of resources. The finishing they provided was excellent, and we are immensely grateful to the Urban Reno Projects team for saving our bathroom renovation and gifting us a wonderful Christmas. I wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone in need of renovation projects – a reliable choice with a 110% recommendation
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John C.
We love our laundry room and bathroom update. Project completed on time and on budget (even in the middle of weeklong snowstorm!). Very professional, reliable and accommodating every step of the process.
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Danny T.
It was a wonderful experience. I am thankful I called for their services. They are not only professional at what they do but also reliable and dependable. They offered me a very reasonable quote, the end result, exceeded my expectations.
Thank you, Urban RenoProjects
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Bill K.
Very efficient and effective and available to answer any questions or concerns that you may have. Excellent client focus at a great price. Could not be happier with our pantry that he was able to match with the existing cabinetry.
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S P
Urban Reno Projects really transformed my pantry and closets with exceptional efficiency and professionalism. From start to finish, they understood what I needed, delivered stunning results on time and within budget. Their communication was excellent, and the value for money was outstanding.
I highly recommend!
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Bhargav B.
I needed to build a custom closet organizer. Came across Urban RenoProject thru my local Durham Community group. Contacted them for a quote and the owner (Karan) was very prompt and reliable. He came to take dimensions of my closet and walked me thru various designs he offered. Urban RenoProjects are reliable, professional and offer GOOD quality service. Karan personally contacted me 2 weeks after the job was done to make sure I was satisfied…
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Renuka V.
Karan helped to build our garage organizer shelving units. It was custom made based on our need. He understood our needs, was very flexible and customized the unit as the way we wanted. Also finished all the work in less time and very reasonable cost. I am very happy and satisfied with the work and strongly recommend to any one who is looking to get the service with Urban RenoProjects
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Jack P.
Urban reno projects is one of the few renovators we got quote for our bathroom remodel and landscaping job. Excellent work, and highly professional. Both projects were Completed on time with fair quote. I would highly recommend karan for any kind of renovation service. 👍
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Ajay P.
"Professional, great crew, quick to respond and high-quality work. They are such friendly, hardworking guys. Our renovation is stunning. I highly recommend this team to everyone who is looking for professionalism, consistency and honesty.
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Apurba R.
Fantastic job with proper timeline.
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Ankita P.
After dealing with an emergent leak in our basement, we were left with a pile of work with odd jobs here and there but mostly including flooring and drywalling that needed to be done. Luckily Karan and his team came to our rescue and worked with us closely to develop a plan to resolve all the daunting new projects in a timely manner, taking all the stress and grief away. Karan himself was very responsive and knowledgeable, provided options based on different budgets and functions and provided pros and cons to help with the decision making process. He took the time to come and supervise the work to ensure it was being done as outlined. The job was done efficiently, professionally, and the rooms were even left clean once done. I would highly recommend them for your project. Very reliable!
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Sayani S.
This is our second renovation with UrbanRenoProjects. They completely changed my old 80’s kitchen to a Modern open concept kitchen space. Their professionalism, timeliness and attention to details are commendable. Karan remembered every single item from the wish list and fulfilled each one of them. This has completely changed, opened and brightened the interior of the house. When I look at the before pictures I almost can’t recognize.
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Jessica B.
Had a great experience.
Karan was very helpful and organized from start to finish and very reasonable priced. We are so happy with our new floors in our basement. Will hire again for any future projects and home improvements highly recommend! -
Kshitij S.
Kitchen Renovation: Karan has done amazing work. He completed the work within committed timelines, guided us what should be the best combination (flooring+countertop+shelf/organizer). I liked the way he drafted the contract to ensure we agreed what is in scope and not part of the job.
Highly recommend him for any kind of renovation work.