--- title: "BARRETT GROUP CUSTOM BUILDERS — General Contractors | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/barrett-group-custom-builders-pfvwus-pf~755984041 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~755984041.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "BARRETT GROUP CUSTOM BUILDERS" category: ["General Contractors"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/3223652f037facb9_8916-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "101-998 Harbourside Drive, North Vancouver, British Columbia V7P 3T2, Canada" latitude: 49.3203 longitude: -123.1078 phone: "(604) 813-9914" website: http://www.barrettgroup.ca rating: 4.9 review_count: 13 best_of_houzz_awards: 5 followers: 111 last_updated: 2026-09-21 --- # BARRETT GROUP CUSTOM BUILDERS Original Houzz profile: [BARRETT GROUP CUSTOM BUILDERS](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/barrett-group-custom-builders-pfvwus-pf~755984041) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** General Contractors - **Location:** North Vancouver, BC - **Serves:** GVRD, North Vancouver - **Houzz rating:** 4.9 out of 5 (13 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 5 awards (2016–2023), for Service, Design. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves At Barrett Group Custom Builders we provide expert, custom construction services to clients throughout BC. We also deliver what our customers want most: premium quality workmanship, rigorous project management and open, honest communication. So whether you’re building a new home, undertaking a major renovation, or looking for a general contractor – call us first. We’ll make sure you get the job done right. ### Services Provided - Home Remodeling - Kitchen Remodeling - General Contracting - Home Additions - Custom Homes - New Home Construction - Home Extensions - Home Restoration - Project Management - Multigenerational Homes - Energy-Efficient Homes - Green Building - Sustainable Design - Custom Home ### Areas Served - GVRD - North Vancouver ### Typical Job Cost CAD 100,000 - CAD 5,000,000 ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | BARRETT GROUP CUSTOM BUILDERS | | Address | 101-998 Harbourside Drive, North Vancouver, British Columbia V7P 3T2, Canada | | Phone | (604) 813-9914 | | Website | http://www.barrettgroup.ca | | Followers on Houzz | 111 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/pages/BARRETT-GROUP-CUSTOM-BUILDERS/80036461166 - Blog — www.barrettgroup.ca ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [BARRETT GROUP CUSTOM BUILDERS](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/barrett-group-custom-builders-pfvwus-pf~755984041) - **Website:** http://www.barrettgroup.ca - **Phone:** (604) 813-9914 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - 2021 CHBA National Awards for Housing Excellence Winner - 2021 HAVAN Awards Winner - 2021 Georgia Awards Finalist - 2016 Ovation Awards Winner - 2016 Georgie Awards Finalist - **Best of Houzz:** 5 awards (2016–2023), for Service, Design. **Affiliations** - [Homebuilders Association Vancouver](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/homebuilders-association-vancouver-pfvwus-pf~470696337) - [Canadian Home Builders' Association of BC](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/canadian-home-builders-association-of-bc-pfvwus-pf~1545019909) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.9 out of 5 — 13 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Kim Mackie, March 2023** > Barrett Group Custom Builders did an excellent job of the reno to our single-family home in Edgemont Village. We’re extremely happy with our updated home. We would highly recommend Barrett Group Custom Builders for a reno project. Our friends had recommended Barrett to us and we're lucky they did. > > Our reno project included: > • gutting the entire kitchen > • updating the living room fireplace > • retiling the master bath shower to fix an interior water leak > • repainting the entire house interior > > The strengths of Barrett Group Custom Builders were: > • excellent, prompt communication throughout the project > • professional, quality workmanship > • engaging very skilled contractors > • producing and executing a timely and thorough work schedule > • reducing the cost of our original reno estimate > > Joel quickly built confidence that Barrett Group Custom Builders could be trusted to complete our job in a professional manner and we left the country for a month during the construction. Everything was well executed and completed and we love the completed project. I would not hesitate to recommend Joel and Barrett Group Custom Builders. If we were to undertake another reno, we would definitely use Barrett. We enjoyed an excellent working relationship with Joel and the team at Barrett Group Custom Builders and always felt they were working hard to give us a great reno we would be happy with at the cost we were expecting. **★★★★★ — Stephen, July 2022** > We can’t say enough good things about the BGCB team!! > > We're first time house owners, which is intimidating in itself, but before we moved in we decided to do a complete renovation of the interior and exterior our house. From beginning to end the BGCB team guided us through the entire process. They were professional, reliable, respectful, clear, every step of the way. > > BGCB went above and beyond to address all the things we wanted done and provided collaborative solutions when our ideas weren’t necessarily in line with our budget. The whole experience gave us the feeling that they were treating our project as if they were working on their own home. > > We're basically living in a brand new house and couldn’t be happier. We highly recommend BGCB and will no doubt be using them again for any future projects! Five stars isn’t enough, we'd give more if we could!!! **★★★★★ — Georgia D, July 2021** > We can't speak highly enough about our experience in working with Joel and the entire team at Barrett Group Custom Builders. The entire process, from our first initial meeting to discuss the project through to our final walkthrough once complete was phenomenal. > > We were doing a complete interior renovation of our house and were so intimidated at the outset of where to start and how to tackle the project. > > Joel and his team were incredible - super communicative, professional, reliable, creative and detailed through the whole process. He's also creative and completely solution oriented, always able to offer advice/suggestions along the way that delivered a finished product even better than what we could have hoped for. > > > Overall, Joel and his team made the entire process seem effortless and actually enjoyable – two things I didn’t think possible when talking about renovations!! > Would most definitely highly recommend. **★★★★★ — taraboddington, Jan. 2021** > From start to finish, Joel and his team at Barrett Group treated our exterior renovation project with such care and attention. He expertly guided us through the design process, recommending an affordable local architect to handle the drawings and permitting work. From there, Joel developed a thorough project plan and budget, giving us an understanding upfront of the costs and dates associated with the project. The COVID-19 pandemic brought unique challenges to the project, such as lengthy material delays, but Joel's team always responded with flexibility, integrity and a commitment to getting the job done in a timely manner. Every person I encountered at Barrett from Quinn our Site Supervisor to Corey our Assistant Contractor, had the quality of work and attention to detail I expected. I can't say enough about the positive experience we had working with Barrett Group Custom Builders! **★★★★★ — dsed22, May 2020** > We heard about Barrett Group through friends of friends and we couldn’t be more pleased with the quality of work, ease of dealing with Barrett’s on-site and office staff and contractors, communication and the result. We would recommend Barrett Group to anyone looking for an honest, straightforward and quality construction contractor. Quinn was our on-site project manager and lead carpenter and was everything we could have asked for - responsive, anticipated our needs, respectful, and highly competent. **★★★★★ — HU-777057615, Feb. 2019** > Quinn and Joel built my restaurant in gastown. Couldn’t be more happy with the timeline and turn out. Best general contractor I have ever worked with. Thanks guys. **★★★★★ — Anne Boa, July 2017** > I am most pleased, with no hesitation, to recommend the highly professional team of Barrett Group Custom Builders. We worked together (and will continue on phase two and three) on a home in Shaughnessy, in Vancouver, which suited the needs of the clients from a spacial perspective, but not from a finishing perspective. So I dreamed up some great challenges, to convert the interior space from a cool contemporary home, into a warm, antiqued styling, with sophisticated French farmhouse flavour. This included magnificent new stone walls, wrapping beams with an aged walnut veneer, walnut headers over all doors and windows, outstanding custom millwork from Downsview, limestone antique wall mounted stone sinks from France, four top of the line custom bathrooms, with exposed valve Perrin & Rowe plumbing fixtures and on and on. The toughest challenge for Barrett was matching a three inch detail where the counter stone meets a walnut countertop- acting as a sitting area on the extended Kitchen Island. It was hugely successful in big part due to the communication between Bordignon, Barrett and the Millworkers. Magnifique! The boys were clean, organized, polite, patient and have delivered a top of the line product to a discerning Interior Designer and client. I look forward to working with the Barrett Group again! **★★★★ — Matthew and Shelley Murnaghan, May 2017** > We found out about Barrett Group Construction through our architect. We were wanting to Reno our 50 year old post and beam house with a more modern look and feel, and some additional space. Throughout the process the builders worked seamlessly with the architect,and Barrett Group was proactive with communication throughout the unique and sometimes unpredictable situations that come up during a Reno. The project was completed on time even though we increased the scope of the project during the build. From a billing perspective,invoices were always clear and well laid out. The quality of work by the Barrett employees was excellent with only minor sub-trade issues that Barrett worked to resolve as quickly as possible. We always felt that Barrett Group took utmost pride in their work and wanted to do the best job possible for their clients. We could have wanted a bit more attention after the deficiency walk through, but it wasn't a huge issue. This review is late in coming but during the year that we have lived in our new space we have loved every minute of it and consider our entire experience to be a positive one! > To top the project off,Joel built out Dining room table as we were having difficulty finding one we knew would match our style-a picture is included! > Thank you Barrett Group-Good Luck this year. > From the Murnaghans **★★★★★ — prasloski, Aug. 2015** > Barrett Group Custom Builders completed an extensive renovation to our family cabin at Sakinaw Lake. Although the project had many challenges, such as remote location and difficult terrain, Joel and his crew managed to achieve a fabulous result. Several areas required onsite decision making and creative adaptations, most of which we saw after the fact. All of these details were handled professionally and we were very happy with the outcomes. One is particular was the fireplace hearth which was designed by the crew and looks absolutely great. Our family has had some time to enjoy the new cabin this summer and we are all loving the new improved version. Its been a pleasure to work with everyone at Barrett Group. Thank you for a successful project. **★★★★★ — rbartecko, Nov. 2014** > Working for Barret group few years now and it is great working with them. Friendly people whose getting the job done in a professional manner. We were working on many projects that feel and are done according to high standards and as electrician I am glad to be part of the great team that does great job. Joel as the owner of the company is great contractor to work for. He knows the the stuff and I would recommend him to anybody. **★★★★★ — warriorcurt, Nov. 2014** > As a sub-contractor for the Barrett Group Custom Builders, for possibly my 2 favourite projects to date. I must say its a few key factors that led to the success of these projects. Communication, organization and the ability to produce professional, high quality craftsmanship in a timely fashion is what makes working side by side with these guys both refreshing and a joy! Keep up the good work. **★★★★★ — rgghhkkjjkjkh, Nov. 2014** > As an architect having been in the business for 40 years, I have not come across a contractor who can handle all the elements of a construction job as well, as the Barrett Group. They are professional, giving studious attention to detail, enthusiastic effort to the job at hand, and solid concentration to every detail. > I highly recommend them to anyone who is in need of a general contractor who can deliver an excellent end product. ## Selected projects - [North Vancouver Interior Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/north-vancouver-interior-renovation-pj-vj~7140172) - Location: North Vancouver, BC - Photos: 8 - [West Vancouver View Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/west-vancouver-view-home-pj-vj~6970853) - Location: West Vancouver, BC - Photos: 12 - [Cypress Street Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cypress-street-renovation-pj-vj~6680410) - Location: Vancouver, BC - Photos: 14 - [2021 HAVAN AWARDS - WINNER](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/2021-havan-awards-winner-pj-vj~6506406) - Location: North Vancouver, BC - Photos: 21 - Description: This beautiful North Vancouver home was the winner in three categories in the 2021 HAVAN Awards: Best Custom Home:$2M-$3M,Best Certified High-Performance Home: New or Renovated, and the Grand HAVAN Award: Custom Home Builder of the Year - [The Greek Gastown Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-greek-gastown-renovation-pj-vj~5586181) - Location: Vancouver, BC - Photos: 10 - [Tall Tree Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/tall-tree-renovation-pj-vj~730602) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 31 - [Upper Lonsdale Modernization](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/upper-lonsdale-modernization-pj-vj~1319178) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 37 - Description: This is a great example of what can be done with an aging 70's home! A transformation that updated every room on the main floor, added a huge outdoor living space on a rooftop deck over the single garage - surrounded by potted plants and greenery. Extensive work to the exterior and interior design, updates to all of the bathrooms and kitchen were part of the redo. - [Energy Efficient Custom Luxury Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/energy-efficient-custom-luxury-home-pj-vj~5765425) - Location: North Vancouver, BC - Photos: 19 - [2016 Georgie AWARDS FINALIST](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/2016-georgie-awards-finalist-pj-vj~1404702) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 7 - [Ovation Awards Finalist](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ovation-awards-finalist-pj-vj~1648337) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - [Mortgage Helper Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mortgage-helper-addition-pj-vj~6207243) - Location: North Vancouver, BC - Photos: 16 - [Sakinaw Lake - The Sunshine Coast of BC](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sakinaw-lake-the-sunshine-coast-of-bc-pj-vj~1210402) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 13 - [Cortell - North Vancouver](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cortell-north-vancouver-pj-vj~791940) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 21 - [PEMBERTON HEIGHTS - 21st Street](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pemberton-heights-21st-street-pj-vj~558280) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 15 - Description: Ultra Modern 2-level home with many aluminum trim features both inside and out. Beautiful multi level concrete entrance walkway with an integrated waterfall feature. - [INDIAN RIVER Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/indian-river-renovation-pj-vj~558804) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 45 - [Kitchens, Kitchens, Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kitchens-kitchens-kitchens-pj-vj~1351103) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 54 - [Cheviot Road in North Vancouver](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cheviot-road-in-north-vancouver-pj-vj~1060649) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 6 - Description: Addition to existing home and the complete redo of the Great Room and Kitchen. - [Photos](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/photos-pj-vj~771969) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 18 [See all 18 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/barrett-group-custom-builders-pfvwus-pf~755984041) ## Community Q&A **Q: Gorgeous Reno!** *(in Photo Questions)* No question, just a comment: I love the angles and interest you've achieved with this second story addition. A: Thanks so much. We love it too! This renovation is one of the finalists in the 2016 Georgie Awards and we are hoping it places well! **Q: Colours** *(in Photo Questions)* Stunning job! Do you recall the colour of stucco you used and the colour or product you used for the fascist? A: Thanks so much. The stucco was a medium brown finish, while the fascia is an aluminum product. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-21.*