--- title: "Black Thumb Contracting — General Contractors | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/black-thumb-contracting-pfvwus-pf~404602983 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~404602983.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Black Thumb Contracting" category: ["General Contractors"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/6a23918006a7c794_5501-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Vancouver, British Columbia V6J 2W7, Canada" latitude: 49.2102 longitude: -123.0114 phone: "(604) 767-5046" website: http://www.blackthumbcontracting.com/ rating: 5 review_count: 3 best_of_houzz_awards: 1 followers: 55 last_updated: 2026-09-07 --- # Black Thumb Contracting Original Houzz profile: [Black Thumb Contracting](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/black-thumb-contracting-pfvwus-pf~404602983) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** General Contractors - **Location:** Vancouver, BC - **Serves:** Arbutus Ridge, Belcarra, Dunbar Southlands, Kerrisdale, Kitsilano, North Vancouver, Oakridge, Shaughnessy, South Cambie, University Endowment Lands, Vancouver, West Point Grey, West Vancouver - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (3 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2018), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - 250 Ideabook Saves At Black Thumb Contracting we pride ourselves on quality whether it is in a new home construction, renovations or additions. Hayden Killam has been building and remodeling homes in Vancouver and surrounding areas for over 20 years. He firmly believes that building a home is about more than tools and materials – it is about trust, integrity, quality, and communication. Rather than simply building a house, Hayden strives to provide quality service, and that means taking the time to listen. This is what sets him apart from his competition – he will give you the personalized attention you deserve, taking the time to understand and serve your unique needs throughout the building process from start to finish. We are confident in providing you ease of mind with our innovation, expert advice, and highest quality construction. As a licensed builder we offer a 2-5-10 Pacific Home Warranty. Allow us to make the process simple and gratifying. We are committed to exceeding all of your expectations! ### Services Provided - Home Remodeling - Kitchen Remodeling - Home Additions - Custom Homes - New Home Construction - Home Extensions - Deck Building - Basement Remodeling - Flooring Installation - Energy-Efficient Homes - House Framing - Green Building - Foundation Construction - Attic Restoration - Additions - Carpentry - Fence Installation - Painting ### Areas Served - Arbutus Ridge - Belcarra - Dunbar Southlands - Kerrisdale - Kitsilano - North Vancouver - Oakridge - Shaughnessy - South Cambie - University Endowment Lands - Vancouver - West Point Grey - West Vancouver ### Typical Job Cost CAD $100,000 - $10,000,000 Design Services, Project Management, Materials, Labor ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Black Thumb Contracting | | Address | Vancouver, British Columbia V6J 2W7, Canada | | Phone | (604) 767-5046 | | Website | http://www.blackthumbcontracting.com/ | | Followers on Houzz | 55 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/blackthumbcontracting - LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/hayden-killam-88909a60 - Blog — http://www.blackthumbcontracting.com/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Black Thumb Contracting](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/black-thumb-contracting-pfvwus-pf~404602983) - **Website:** http://www.blackthumbcontracting.com/ - **Phone:** (604) 767-5046 ## Credentials - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2018), for Service. **Affiliations** - [Homebuilders Association Vancouver](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/homebuilders-association-vancouver-pfvwus-pf~470696337) - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/better-business-bureau-pfvwus-pf~1830530549) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 3 reviews** ### All 3 reviews **★★★★★ — Fairview Gutters and Exteriors Ltd., Feb. 2019** > Worked with Hayden and crew on a residential project replacing gutters. His crew is great and the homeowner was happy. **★★★★★ — Ashley Witts, Oct. 2017** > We have completed several successful projects with Hayden Killam at Black Thumb. Excellent project management and attention to detail ensured projects were completed on time and on budget. Will definitely use him for future projects. **★★★★★ — andrewrennison, July 2017** > Hayden and his guys are very thorough and great at finding solutions to tough problems. Very detail-oriented and no corners cut! They did a great job on my kitchen and mud room. ## Selected projects - [BELCARRA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/belcarra-pj-vj~1530066) - Location: Belcarra, BC - Photos: 16 - Description: Belcarra Custom Home • Custom 6600 square foot house on a cliff over looking over Indian Arm • All high end finishing • Custom 1600 square feet Coach House which includes boat storage - [RINGWOOD](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ringwood-pj-vj~1530215) - Location: Vancouver, BC - Photos: 19 - Description: Ringwood Full Reno Inside and Out • 110 year old house restoration • New front and backyard landscaping • Custom metal roof with 3 skylights • All new main floor and attic with high end finishings to the time era of the house including 2 bathrooms and kitchen • New cedar shake siding • Interior and exterior paint job - [WEST 13TH](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/west-13th-pj-vj~1529947) - Location: Vancouver, BC - Photos: 24 - Description: West 13th Avenue House Lift and Addition • Interior and exterior paint job • Lifted 80 year old house • Excavated to allow 9 foot basement ceiling height • New foundation allowing for 5 foot addition down one side and 7 foot addition on the rear • All new interior and finishing to match time of original build • New roof • New one car garage - [WAVERTREE](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/wavertree-pj-vj~1530127) - Location: North Vancouver, BC - Photos: 6 - Description: Wavertree Custom Deck, Front Entrance & Landscaping • 2000 square feet maple flooring • Interior painting • Full exterior paint job • New custom cedar deck including gas fire pit • New custom cedar fencing and cedar planters • New landscaping front and backyard • New custom cedar front entrance • New Herringbone Pattern Paver driveway and sidewalks - [EAST 21ST](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/east-21st-pj-vj~1530199) - Location: Vancouver, BC - Photos: 3 [See all 5 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/black-thumb-contracting-pfvwus-pf~404602983) --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-07.*