Kitchen Renovation in Ottawa — Custom Design, Lasting Craftsmanship
A kitchen renovation is one of the most impactful changes you can make to an Ottawa home. Trehane Renovation Inc. has been designing and building custom kitchens across Ottawa and its suburbs since 2004. We handle every stage — layout planning, cabinet installation, countertops, backsplash, lighting, and flooring — so you get a finished kitchen that works as well as it looks, delivered by a BBB-accredited team with over 20 years of experience in the Ottawa market.
Say Goodbye to Dysfunctional Layouts
What's Included in a Kitchen Renovation
A full kitchen renovation with Trehane Renovation Inc. covers everything from the first wall coming down to the final hardware being installed. We start with layout — working with you to figure out whether the existing footprint makes sense or whether the kitchen would function better with an island added, better storage integrated, or the flow between rooms improved. Good layout design is what separates a kitchen that's genuinely pleasant to cook in from one that just looks nice in photos.
From there, we move into cabinetry — custom-built or semi-custom units installed level and true, with soft-close hardware and the internal organization features that make a kitchen genuinely useful day to day. We install countertops, tile backsplash, new flooring, and updated lighting. Where the project requires it, we coordinate the electrical and plumbing work through licensed trades, so you're not managing multiple contractors on your own.
Our scope on a typical Ottawa kitchen renovation includes:
- Complete demolition and disposal of the existing kitchen
- Custom cabinetry and built-ins
- Countertop supply and installation
- Backsplash tile design and installation
- Flooring replacement or refinishing
- Lighting design and fixture installation
- Coordination of licensed electrical and plumbing trades where required
When Ottawa Homeowners Call Us for a Kitchen Renovation
- The kitchen is original to a 1980s or 1990s build. Builder-grade oak cabinets, laminate countertops, and fluorescent ceiling fixtures are exactly what you find in thousands of Ottawa homes built in Barrhaven, Nepean, and Kanata during that period. Replacing these with a modern layout and updated materials is the most common project we complete.
- The layout doesn't work for how the household actually lives. A galley kitchen that made sense for a single occupant doesn't work for a family of four. We restructure layouts to create better flow, more prep space, and proper sightlines to the living area.
- Counter and storage space ran out years ago. When every meal means clearing the counters and every grocery run means rearranging shelves, the problem isn't your habits — it's the kitchen's design. Custom cabinetry that uses every corner properly makes a significant functional difference.
- The kitchen was renovated cheaply and it's showing. Low-quality cabinet boxes, poorly fitted tile, and mismatched finishes from a previous renovation age badly. We replace it properly and do it once.
- You're updating before selling. The Ottawa resale market responds strongly to updated kitchens. A well-executed renovation with quality materials delivers real returns at listing time.
How Trehane Renovation Inc. Handles Your Kitchen Renovation
The first step is always a visit to your home. We look at the existing kitchen together — what's working, what isn't, where the plumbing is, what the walls might be hiding — and talk through what you want the finished space to feel like. We design around the room you have and the way your household actually uses it, not from a generic template.
You'll receive a written quote that breaks down the work clearly. Once the project begins, we follow a clean construction sequence: demo, rough trades where required, drywall and paint, cabinets, countertops, tile, flooring, fixtures, and finishing. That order matters — skipping steps or rushing transitions is how projects end up needing to be redone.
We've been completing kitchen renovations in Ottawa since 2004. That means we've seen what Ottawa's housing stock throws at a renovation — from undersized electrical panels in 1970s Glebe builds to the compact galley kitchens common in post-war Nepean bungalows. Experience with local conditions is part of what you're hiring when you call us.
Kitchen Renovations Across Ottawa
We complete kitchen renovations in Ottawa and throughout the surrounding communities. We're familiar with the housing stock across the entire region — the postwar homes of Alta Vista and Overbrook, the 1980s–90s subdivisions of Nepean and Kanata, the newer builds in Barrhaven and Orléans, and the century homes and infills of Westboro, Hintonburg, and the Glebe.
What Our Clients Say
"Over the past 5 years we have entrusted Trehane with 3 major home renovations. From start to finish, they always welcomed feedbacks, stayed 100% on budget and provided transparent cost saving opportunities. 100% recommend their company to anyone. That’s how their company delivered our dream wrap-around porch. Because a picture is worth a thousand words (or reviews)" — Ballyduff Farms
"We recently hired Trehane Carpentry to complete a significant renovation to our home (Kitchen/Mudroom/Powder Room/Front Entry), and they did a phenomenal job. From start to finish, they were always punctual, communicated clearly, and showed an amazing attention to detail. When unexpected issues arose, they worked with us to find solutions. The team was respectful of our home, leaving the work area as clean and tidy as possible at the end of each day. The finished product has exceeded our expectations.
We only have positive things to say about Dave and his team – it is clear that they truly care about their clients and their work. We wouldn’t hesitate to hire them in the future, and highly recommend them to others." — Ashley McEvoy
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a kitchen renovation in Ottawa take?
Most kitchen renovations take between 4 and 8 weeks from the start of demo to final installation. Larger projects with custom cabinetry can run longer. We give you a specific timeline at the quoting stage — not a vague range, but a realistic schedule based on your actual project.
What does a kitchen renovation cost in Ottawa?
Cost depends on the size of your kitchen, the materials selected, and whether the layout is changing. The best way to get an accurate number is a free in-home estimate. Call us at (613) 913-9168 and we'll schedule a visit.
Can you renovate the kitchen while we're living in the house?
Yes, and most Ottawa homeowners do exactly that. We'll walk you through what to expect during each phase before work starts. Demo and rough trades are the noisiest and most disruptive periods, typically lasting 1–2 weeks. We work with you to set up a temporary kitchen arrangement so daily life stays manageable throughout the project.
Let's Start Planning Your Ottawa Kitchen Renovation
Whether you're starting from scratch or working with a clear vision already in mind, Trehane Renovation Inc. will give you an honest assessment and a no-surprise quote. We've been building custom kitchens across Ottawa since 2004 and we stand behind every project we complete.
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