Six Steps to a JFH Renovation
At Joel Friesen Homes (JFH), we provide professional home renovation services in Edmonton and surrounding areas, making your home renovation experience clear, organized, and stress-free. With over 25 years of experience as a trusted renovation contractor in kitchen remodels, bathroom renovations, basement developments, additions and full-home renovations in Edmonton, our team is committed to delivering exceptional craftsmanship and a personalized renovation experience.
Here’s what you can expect when you choose JFH for your home renovation project:
Step 1:
Contact our Renovation Team
The first step in transforming your home is to reach out to our renovation team through our website submission form or by phone. We will then schedule an Initial Site Visit with Joel and our Project Manager at your home to further discuss your renovation plans.
Step 2:
Initial Site Visit & Consultation
During the Initial Site Visit, Joel and our Project Manager will explore your renovation ideas in detail. We will walk through your space and discuss your home renovation goals, design preferences, and budget to gain a clear understanding of your vision.
Our team will take detailed notes and photographs of your space to ensure every aspect of your home is captured accurately. These records help us prepare a precise and personalized home renovation estimate, tailored to your vision and requirements.
Step 3:
Detailed Home Renovation Estimate
After the Initial Site Visit, Joel Friesen Homes will prepare a detailed home renovation estimate based on your ideas, design preferences, and project requirements.
Once your estimate is ready, we’ll schedule an appointment at your home to review it thoroughly, answer all of your questions and provide clarity on every aspect of your project. We’ll also go over the contract, deposit, and payment structure, ensuring you understand the process from start to finish.
Step 4:
Approving Your Renovation Estimate
Once you’ve had time to review your home renovation estimate, simply reach out to let us know how you’d like to proceed. If you choose to move forward with Joel Friesen Homes (JFH), we will finalize the contract and confirm your project start date.
From there, our team begins preparing to bring your kitchen remodel, bathroom renovation, basement development, or full-home renovation vision to life, ensuring a smooth and stress-free renovation experience from start to finish.
Step 5:
Renovation
The JFH team is there to support you throughout your renovation. Joel Friesen Homes will schedule and organize everything, including permits, inspections, trades, materials, deliveries, and installs. JFH provides weekly updates, keeping you informed every step of the way.
We’re always available to answer your questions you have - whether on site, by email or over the phone – ensuring your kitchen remodel, bathroom renovation, basement development, or full-home renovation runs smoothly and efficiently.
Step 6:
Project Completion
Congratulations—you’ve made it to the final step!
Our goal is to be 100% deficiency-free, we will review every detail to ensure your kitchen remodel, bathroom renovation, basement development, or full-home renovation meets JFH’s high standards. When you’re happy, we’re happy—your home renovation is officially complete, leaving you with a beautiful, functional space you can enjoy for years to come.
From concept to completion, our goal is to make your renovation experience clear, organized, and stress-free, ensuring every detail of your project is handled with precision and care.
Frequently Asked Renovation Questions
How much will it cost to renovate?
Every project varies based on your selections, the size of the project, and the scope of work. Joel Friesen Homes is happy to provide a free, detailed estimate tailored to your renovation dreams. The first step is to schedule a site meeting in your home, where we’ll discuss your project in detail and explore the best options for bringing your vision to life.
Do I need permits?
Many renovations require permits, especially when plumbing, electrical or structural work is involved.
JFH will handle permit applications and inspections where required.
Is it better to renovate or build new somewhere else?
It usually comes down to one question: do you love your neighbourhood?
● If yes: Renovating your current home is often the best way to create your dream space while staying in the community you love.
● If no: Joel Friesen Homes can help you find a home—or the perfect lot—in a neighbourhood you adore, and then renovate or build your dream home from the ground up.
How long will my renovation project take and do I need to move out during the process?
The length of your project depends on the scope of the work. Most kitchen and bathrooms will take approximately 10-14 weeks, while an additions can take around 5-7 months, and building a new home can take 10-12 months. Joel Friesen Homes will provide you with an estimated timeline for your project and keep you informed at every stage.
Your living situation during the renovation will vary depending on the work being done. Many homeowners are able to stay in their homes during kitchen or bathroom renovations if a temporary kitchen can be set up or other bathrooms are available. However, for larger projects, such as a second-story addition or a full-home renovation, alternative accommodations may be necessary.
What happens if we want to make changes during the renovation?
Joel Friesen Homes will communicate with the homeowner(s) on any and all changes. Changes are managed through a formal change order process to ensure costs and timelines are clearly communicated and approved.
Ready to start your renovation?