Use this page to prepare a property-specific conversation. It is not a remote quote and does not replace measurements, site inspection, municipal confirmation or written construction documents.
See a real before-and-after result.
These are original Nivo GTA project photographs. They demonstrate visible renovation work without claiming that the photographed property is in Scarborough; the exact address and client details remain private.
What to include in the first review
- Existing layout and must-keep elements
- Cabinetry, counters, storage and appliance plan
- Flooring, lighting, trim and paint beyond the kitchen
- Plumbing, electrical, ventilation and structural questions
- Access, occupancy, timing and budget range
Check what sits behind the finishes
Before assuming cabinets can simply be replaced, review wall locations, electrical capacity, plumbing routes, ventilation, flooring transitions and signs of earlier work. Hidden conditions can affect sequence and allowances.
Coordinate the kitchen with the main floor
Openings, flooring, trim, paint and lighting often extend beyond the cabinet footprint. Including connected rooms in one scope helps avoid mismatched finishes and repeated demolition or protection work.
Use one comparison-ready scope
Ask each contractor to identify cabinet and counter allowances, appliance work, regulated trades, demolition, disposal, protection, permits where applicable and the process for approving changes.
Keep the first request simple
Send your name and either phone or email. Add the neighbourhood, property type, desired changes, approximate timing and photos when available so the PM can decide whether a call or site review is the best next step.
Questions property owners ask first
Do I need a finished kitchen design before contacting Nivo?
No. A brief description is enough for the first review. Photos, dimensions and inspiration images are useful when available.
Can a kitchen quote include adjacent rooms?
Yes. Main-floor flooring, lighting, trim, paint and connected dining or family-room changes should be identified together when they are part of the intended result.
Does every kitchen renovation need a permit?
No. Permit requirements depend on structural, plumbing, mechanical and other changes. The City of Toronto should confirm requirements for the exact scope.