Sensus Design and Build

We liked working with the Sensus team alongside John-Lukes guidance, it was a fabulous experience. They are some of the best in the business because they are patient, well planned, and have a lot of experience. You can tell they work hard and have a good faith approach.

Thank you to the Sensus team for being professional and easy to deal with. Everyone has a “get it done” attitude even if it isn't required by their job, and they are very responsive. This is a group of committed professionals through and through!

"We completed our renovation with Sensus recently and it was both good and challenging. We run a lot of businesses and understand how actively this team manages everything. It's amazing that they can treat every situation and contract and phase that has unique circumstances in such an organized manner by negotiating and being so relationship-based. It was challenging because of the decisions and planning and creative effort required by us as our lifestyles do not support that but we felt the need to! Their communication is consistent and they work at a very high level from what I can tell. It looks like this company is in a very special time where the culture is flowing down from the overly energetic management team and everyone is committed to growing. We know first hand this is hard to create and we loved the energy! Thanks, JL Tara and everyone who touched any piece of this home. We look forward to our bbq with all of you when you finish our landscaping in the spring! "

We are currently in the planning stages of our project, which is planned to be a top to bottom reno possibly new build. Sensus has been exceptional in walking us through the process, explaining what the costs may be under various scenarios and options. They took the time to show us one of their similar projects currently under construction. They outlined exactly what we could expect from them and how meticulous they are in planning and budgeting. Furthermore, Jonn-Luke and Derry have been very attentive to answering any of our questions or concerns along the way and it's very evident they are both very knowledgeable with regards to the land planning & construction process. We have been very pleased with the services provided by Sensus thus far and we look forward to working with them on completing our project!

The Sensus team are very thoughtful and thorough. They provided me with excellent and useful suggestions. Their report was clear and provides me with a good reference to move forward on our building decisions.

From the minute we walked into their office we had a feeling that Sensus was probably the right fit. Then we realized after looking into them more that they were quite large in size and really took advantage of it which we liked and still like the spirit of. After vetting John-Luke and his operation we decided to move forward with their unique structure for all categories of our project. Starting with architectural design, their team was really collaborative with us and amongst themselves until we came to a final design that we liked and were comfortable enough to proceed given that we looked at numerous versions of the design. The interior design process also filled a void in our understanding of how a complicated project works. Everything was done with a sense or urgency and the persistence to get things done was impressive. They are active managers as they say and they take a hands on approach (yes I am quoting you here sorry lol!). Great work and thank you to the entire team that we have interacted with over the past year.

Sensus has completed architectural designs for our clients for a few years now and we have never had a complaint. They have made our contracting business noticeably more efficient in the permitting department, more creative in the design world, and we appreciate their work greatly. Thanks, Jesse, Derry and John-Luke!

Having had the opportunity to service Sensus Design and Build, both working directly with the company and separately with their clients it has been evident that the level of service, knowledge, professionalism, and timely communication is unparalleled. As a real estate professional, I would highly recommend anyone looking to hire a design and build company to work with Sensus Design and Build!

I have had the pleasure to be working with the Sensus Design and Build since 2016. On commercial and residential projects. Sensus Design and Build is the only company I would entrust my clients and personal sites projects to. They have an outstanding eye, use of space, design and execution! Not to mention they are a delight to deal with. I will continue to work with them on all my ventures.

Sensus Design and Build They are responsible and give a good service to their clients and people who work with them.

I cannot speak highly enough of Sensus for their assistance as my husband and I contemplated buying a bungalow and adding a second story addition. John-luke took the time to sit down and meet with us, something that most other contractors would not do until you booked with them, and walked us through how the process would work from start to finish. He was open, honest, and transparent and most importantly very responsive. When we found properties that were of interest to us, we would send them to him and he would provide us with a zoning analysis to see whether adding a second story was even feasible. John-Luke always followed up to see how our home search was going and whether he could be of any assistance. He provided detailed cost breakdowns so that there were no surprises and so that we knew exactly what we were signing up for if we chose to go that route. While in the end, my husband and I decided not to go the addition route due to the time requirement, I would recommend Sensus to anyone who is looking to do a major renovation or a Home addition just based on my interactions with them and their level of customer service. Their great customer service and commitment to their potential clients really sets them apart from most other contractors in the city. I spoke with a number of contractors and none of them were as reliable, accommodating or helpful as Sensus. Thank you Sensus for all of your help!

We worked with Sensus over the course of 14 months to complete the restoration of our historic home. They have been highly professional and have not once gotten frustrated or lacked in the communication department. Thanks again for all of your hard work, we hope our project makes it to your website!

Sensus reached out to me in a way that I thought was very impressive and given that our current builder at the time was not working well with our architect, we decided to give the entire project to Sensus to oversee. They cleared up the major issues and questions we had and put us on a clear path which they were focused on throughout our early conversations. I am confident they will give others the same good experience.

After meeting with this firm I walked away with a great understanding of the process of the renovation I was looking into. We believe we will contract their services because of the one-stop-shop that they are. They also seem like educated consultants who are able to be transparent and helpful in their approach. This isn't finished work but there aren't many downsides to exploring Sensus as an option from my experience.

I hired Sensus to complete a large-scale project of mine. From feasibility review to execution the team was on the ball and very organized. In my opinion, this is a business that is structured and easy to work with.

Moving forward with Sensus was one of the better decisions we have made in our real estate investment careers because they put everything into an application and gave us a lot of direction. From checking what we could build to designing it, to building it, no detail was missed allowing us to assemble a plan and stick to it. The project feasibility study is now something we apply to all of our potential investments and having these guys by your side makes a world of difference because of it.

Solid team who is always attentive and transparent. I found it hard to find a company who had to scale and design sense that Sensus did but once we connected it the magic happened. Good work everyone and I have no problem recommending you and opening my doors to a future client.

Sensus completed our last rental home and I am very happy to have been connected with them after numerous meetings with contractors who simply emailed me rough estimates or texted them to me. Instead, I was given a clear breakdown of everything I wanted to know from the onset and was able to make a clear decision to move forward in confidence knowing that they staff every expert needed through the project. We are now midway in our second project and I appreciate the cautious and transparent approach taken so far.

We are writing this review with a general adornment for the character of the principles of Sensus as both brothers and their sizeable staff were effective at managing our project to a timeline within 2 weeks of the originally anticipated date. Both of them worked continuously to make sure all of the loose ends were well accounted for and completed to a high standard as if it were their own home. We both found their commitment surprising and can only chalk it up to a love for the business- but we wanted to give an honest and humble thank you for all of your great work on this platform. We wish you nothing but continued success in the future and know that this was an especially difficult project and we without doubt love the final product.

After meeting Jesse we knew we were dealing with a real professional and decided to move forward with his firm’s detailed proposal. Through the process he provided clear logic, instruction, and was very collaborative in all of our scheduled meetings. We had also had this firm complete a very detailed interior design plan to guide their construction division which was refreshing because we didn't have to send or request information more than once. Thanks everyone our family loves the new space.

Despite my many questions the SDB team never gave me any push back about my requests for additional pricing options. They committed and saw it through to the end exceptionally well.

Sensus was very specific when it comes to finishing quality, organisation, and proper project management. Jesse and John-Luke also have great character. Good work and recommended!

Working with the SDB team was enjoyable. Their tenacity and work ethic is impressive and I would recommend them for this reason… and great work of course!

Was contacted by Sensus Design though my Trusted Pro project posting. Found John-Luke to be very professional and knowledge. treated my potential project with interest and consideration which made his company stand out among others.

We hired Sensus for a complete redesign (gut job) of our 50+ year old 2 storey detached home. Through our assessment of different vendors, we liked John Luke's energy/professionalism, his client portal (to manage all communications), his project management contract (to allow for competitive contractor bids and full transparency on all costs) and service (very responsiveness and attentive). Through the process, he was very collaborative, flexible, and supportive to get the best results. An example was his recommendation on how to have comfort in the foundation of our home through waterproofing the basement in a cost-effective manner. We are six months into living in our home, and we are very happy with the end product. John Luke's continues to complete every little detail that comes up and remains committed to his 2 year warranty (which may be questionable with other contractors). Needless to say, we had our challenges during the course of project - being new to this process, many things were quite stressful and alarming. John Luke worked diligently to address all matters in his own hands, without compromising the quality of our project. Mistakes happen, but its how you handle it that makes a difference and shows character. John Luke proved himself through the challenging times.

We worked with Sensus Design & Build on a couple high end residential jobs. They are very professional, organized and meticulous in all aspects of their work. We would highly recommend them.

New to home renovations, we began this project with little knowledge of the process. We could not have done it without the expert leadership of John Luke. He is committed to his profession, responsive in his communication and was eager to help us make our vision for our home a reality. The Sensus team helped us create a space we love.

We have worked very closely with Sensus (Jesse) on the design and drawings of a main floor reno and extension. Jesse is very knowledgeable, and open to ideas, and changes throughout the process. He has been extremely helpful navigating the zoning, and permit process with city as well. Has been an excellent experience to date.

I have met with Sensus on a number of projects and I am continuously impressed with their professionalism and quality of work. I would recommend them to any clients looking for a general contractor on a large scale renovation or new-build project.

Recent collaboration with Sensus Design and Build for a modern building project proved to be a very positive experience. They shared the same vision and was able to deliver on every aspect of the project requirements. Communication was treated as a high priority, as emails and phone calls were responded to promptly. They are hard working professionals who are reliable and possess a breadth of knowledge in the field of design and build. I would highly recommend their services and would definitely work with Sensus Design and Build again.

We hired Sensus Design for renovating our master bathroom, kitchen and flooring across the house. Johnluke was very responsive and he was accessible always during the renovation period. He accommodated our requirements and specifications and hired good trades for the kitchen and bathroom fittings. One factor that I would keep in mind is that they are very busy and you should have a more open time frame in case of delays. We believe Johnluke was honest in his terms and he provided invoices for all his trades. His commission structure is clear and he negotiates that at the beginning.

SMPL Design Studio and Sensus have been working together for the last two years on several projects. SMPL is quite confident in passing on our fully approved permit/design plans to Sensus for construction purposes - we see eye to eye when it comes to properly detailed and built modern homes. Recommend this team for construction on our clients homes quite regularly !

Worked with John-Luke and Jesse on a complete demo/build. Some of the many accolades we have for this team are professional, honest, reliable and knowledgeable. We knew exactly what we were getting into and were informed along the way. I have already recommended this team to my closest friends and will use them again on our next build. A compete package with these guys. Thanks so much!

I am presently renovating my condo and was happy to work with John-Luke. I had a particular colour in mind for my hardwood floors, and being a non-driver and unable to visit the various showrooms, John-Luke brought large planks of floor samples to my condo so I could see the different shades in the appropriate light. I was pleased with the final finished product. John-Luke was polite, knowledgeable and very accommodating. I would recommend him to friends and colleagues.

My experience with Sensus Design & Build has been nothing short of excellent. Both John-Luke and Jesse are consummate professionals and extremely easy to work with. Our clients have always been pleased with the quality of their work and the projects have all turned out just as planned. Collaborating with John-Luke over projects is always a pleasure. I will continue to work with Sensus Design & Build for years to come. Lori Howard Hope Designs

Working with Sensus Design and Build was exciting. John-Luke and Jesse have a great ability to visualize their designs during construction. We love the final product and we would recommend them any day!