case study
Combined duplex renovation in Montreal
Cost: $74,495
Duration: 8 weeks
Following the acquisition of the ground floor of their duplex, the homeowners decided to renovate the entire apartment.

project manager
Yahya Diallo

general contractor
Lance Townend
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Kitchen
In the kitchen, the full renovation included the replacement of all plumbing, electricity, and ceramic flooring. Cabinets and countertops were supplied by the customer (from Ikea) and installed by the general contractor.
Before & After: Kitchen
AFTER
BEFORE
Before & After: Kitchen
Bathroom
The bathroom was completely renovated, including plumbing, insulation of the exterior wall, and electricity. Ceramic walls and floor tiling, plumbing hardware, and finishes for the shower and vanity were selected through collaboration between the general contractor and homeowner.
Before & After: Bathroom

Before & After: Bathroom
Throughout the ground floor, parquet and carpet were removed to showcase existing hardwood floors, which were sanded and varnished. Plaster walls and ceilings were also given a fresh repaint.
Billdr worked in collaboration with St. Jacques Taylor Townend to bring this project to life.
Learn more about our client Vivek’s renovation journey in Behind the Billd.
Cost breakdown
Home renovation in Montreal
Bathroom
$21,920
Kitchen
$25,995
Flooring
$9,450
Painting
$7,427
Shed
$8,500
GST 5%
$3,240
QST 9.975%
$6,463
TOTAL (CAD)
$74,495
Payment schedule
Down payment
$11,498
First day
$11,497
Week 3
$5,749
Week 5
$17,246
Week 7
$14,947
Post-completion
$15,558
TOTAL (CAD)
$74,495
Warranty
All renovation projects have a 1-year warranty from the contractors who performed the renovation.