Clarify demolition, disposal, finishing, permits, site protection, coordination and other scope items before assumptions turn into extras.
Independent homeowner construction advice
Before you approve the work, understand what you're agreeing to.
Calgary Reno Review gives homeowners an independent second set of eyes on renovation quotes, estimates, scopes and contractor proposals before they sign, pay a deposit, or authorize the work.
Calgary & surrounding area · Reviews from C$149 · Practical construction guidance, not legal advice
The expensive part isn't always the quote. It's what the quote leaves unclear.
Most homeowners don't review construction scope every day. Contractors do. Calgary Reno Review helps close that information gap before the project starts.
Compare what each contractor is actually providing—not just the bottom-line number.
Identify exclusions, allowances, unclear wording and practical construction questions worth resolving first.
Simple services. Clear pricing.
Start with the amount of help you need. If the project is more complex, we'll confirm scope and pricing before proceeding.
Best place to start
C$149
Quote & Scope Review
An independent review of one contractor quote or proposal from a practical construction standpoint.
- Scope clarity
- Exclusions & allowances
- Potential gaps
- Questions to ask before signing
C$399
Contractor Comparison
Compare up to three proposals side-by-side so you're comparing scope—not just price.
- Inclusions & exclusions
- Allowance differences
- Scope completeness
- Decision-ready summary
C$249
Project Walkthrough
An on-site discussion of the proposed work and practical construction considerations before you commit.
- Project walkthrough
- Scope discussion
- Constructability questions
- Pre-contractor clarity
How it works
No complicated intake process. Send what you have and start with the question that's bothering you.
1
Tell me the project
Describe the work, approximate project value and what you're unsure about.
2
Send the documents
Quote, estimate, proposal, scope, photos, drawings or competing bids.
3
I review the scope
I look for unclear items, exclusions, allowances, comparison issues and questions worth raising.
4
You decide with clarity
Use the review to ask better questions before signing, paying a deposit or approving the work.
What I look at
The goal is not to tell you that every quote is bad. It's to help you understand what the proposal actually says—and what may still need clarification.
Scope of work and missing detail
Allowances, exclusions and assumptions
Potential change-order triggers
Coordination and sequencing concerns
Differences between competing contractor quotes
Practical questions to ask before proceeding
Independent by design
Your contractor is there to build the project. Calgary Reno Review is there to help you understand the proposal.
Important: Calgary Reno Review provides practical construction consulting and homeowner project support. It does not provide legal, engineering, architectural, building-code certification, regulated trade certification or licensed home-inspection services. Where specialized professional advice is required, the appropriate qualified professional should be engaged.
Quick answers before you send anything
What exactly can you review?
Renovation estimates, quotations, scopes of work, contractor proposals, allowances, exclusions, change-order language from a practical construction standpoint, and competing contractor quotes.
What if the quote is only one page?
That's often when clarification is most valuable. A short quote isn't automatically bad, but it can leave important assumptions unstated. The review helps identify what should be clarified before you proceed.
Can you tell me which contractor to hire?
I can help you understand the differences, strengths and gaps in the proposals. The final hiring decision remains yours.
When should I contact Calgary Reno Review?
Ideally before you sign, pay a deposit or authorize the work. That's when questions are easiest to resolve.
What should I send?
Send whatever you have: quote, estimate, proposal, scope, drawings, photos, allowance sheets, product selections or competing bids. You don't need to organize it perfectly first.
Before you sign — Reno Review it.
If you're about to commit thousands of dollars to a renovation, get clarity on the scope first.
Send your project details
Tell me what you're planning, approximately what the project is worth, and what you'd like help understanding.
Useful information: contractor quote amount, project type, scope concerns, allowances, exclusions and any competing bids.
Your email address stays private. This secure form does not publish Calgary Reno Review's inbox address. After I reply, you can send any quotes, contracts, drawings or photos directly by email.