Gala Renovations

Formerly Gala Kitchens And Bath
Kitchen Planning & Renovation
ON
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Chunga19 in Old Toronto
Chunga19 in Old Toronto
2 reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Quick Kitchen and Hardwood floor installation

We decided that we wanted to put our rental property up in the market. Scott managed to squeeze us in despite his busy schedule and he made it ultra easy - professional beginning to end. This was our second time with Scott and would recommend.

Approximate cost of services:
$13,000.00
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Thank you very much for writing a review for us. It was a pleasure working with you again. Good luck with the sale.

Private User
Private User
1 review Toronto, ON
10/10

Refinish the bedroom ceiling water damage.

The workers were polite, informative, and helpful. They explained what they were doing, why and updated me as they worked. The work site was cleaned up at the end of the day with a minimum of disruption. I will certainly hire them again and will be glad to recommend them to our neighbours.

Approximate cost of services:
$1,500.00
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Thank you very much for taking the time to write a positive review for us. It was a pleasure working with you.

Private User
Private User
0 reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Laundry Room Renovations

To Scott,
I want to thank you for all your work with our newly renovated Laundry Room. The Floor is great, along with the Cabinets, and Counter.
James and Greg were terrific, and very professional.
I would definitely use Gala again,
Thanks again,
Tino

Approximate cost of services:
$20,000.00
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Thank you very much for taking the time to write a review for us. I'm glad to hear you are happy with the work, and with James and Greg. I hope you enjoy your new laundry room.

Camille
Camille
3 reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Search NO further!!! There are SO many reasons why

Starting the search for a renovations company can be extremely daunting and overwhelming. Naturally, I dove in to Google as a starting point and found Gala. I emailed Gala and Scott Thomas, the owner, responded professionally and promptly. From there, we set-up some time for him to stop by. I had an idea of what we wanted to accomplish renovations wise: a complete overhaul of the kitchen (including a structural wall), master bathroom and nursery, in addition to 2 custom closets and new entryway flooring, but we had no idea what that would cost/entail. Scott really helped us understand the process, while providing his wealth of knowledge for supplier resources (I wanted to quarterback the design aspect of the project) and being personable. From day one, we fully trusted him to keep us on the right track (considering our wishes and budget). Scott managed everything from the reno dumpster to the building permit and coordinating all of the moving parts for plumbing, structural engineering, electricity, crown moulding experts, flooring professionals, etc. It was a seamless experience and if there was ever a concern, Scott was our advocate and made sure we were happy with every service. I recommend Gala to everyone for all of the reasons above AND when COVID hit, he and his team took all necessary precautions to stay safe. Definitely reach out to Gala if you want the crème de la crème!

Approximate cost of services:
$0.00
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Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a detailed and thoughtful review. It's been quite a year for everyone and I hope you enjoy your new kitchen and bath for many years. We really enjoyed with you.

Colleen Vecsi from Toronto
Colleen Vecsi from Toronto
16 reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Kitchen Remodel Exceeds Expectations!

I can’t say enough good things about Scott and Gala Renovations. We engaged Scott to gut and renovate our kitchen, and we’re so glad we did!

Scott did an excellent job of keeping us informed from start to finish. He made sure we were aware of changes to the schedule, bumps in the road, and key decision points. The pandemic delayed our renovation, and Scott was excellent about checking in prior to the start of the work, providing provide updates and helping us prepare.

He delivered what he promised, on time, on budget, and with minimal disruption to my work and family. It was a great experience! We discovered some asbestos during the demolition portion of the work. Scott advised us right away, provided a couple of options (with cost estimates), and arranged for the additional work so that it didn’t disrupt the timeline at all. He also provided receipts for all of the additional work and did not mark it up.

The cabinetmaker he works with was also excellent! We are super happy with the final product and the available options. They were able to accommodate all of our special asks (spice drawer, pullout, garbage centre, special-size pantry, etc.) The installation team was excellent. They were pleasant, efficient, and professional. They even removed our front door to allow for a furniture delivery in the midst of their work. They were also great about respraying a pantry door that was scratched after installation.

Everyone single one of the subcontractors Scott engaged was top-notch! It was not our plan to be in the house every day throughout the renovation, but we had no choice due to the pandemic. All of the workers adhered to social distancing and mask guidelines and were great about accommodating special requests to manage the noise during important Zoom calls! They cleaned up every night and were very good about working around us.

I wouldn’t hesitate to engage Scott and Gala Renovations again. In fact, we’re thinking about a bathroom renovation in the spring, and Scott will be the only contractor I call!

Approximate cost of services:
$50,000.00
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Wow! Thank you for your thorough and thoughtful review. I feel humbled to read your kind words and I am grateful to work with clients like you. We thoroughly enjoyed working with you. All the best for the holiday and season and I look forward to the possibility of working with you in the future.

Johanne in Toronto
Johanne in Toronto
0 reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Bathroom renovation

We had two full bathrooms fully renovated in our condo and some other smaller work done (flooring, cabinets and painting in the laundry room as well as painting in other areas). Scott and his team were professional, considerate and respectful. They asked all the right questions, offered design options and provided honest responses. Scott is great to deal with, extremely knowledgeable, very calm, understanding and accommodating. Great attention to detail. Will definitely hire Scott again should we need more renovations and would refer him to others.

Approximate cost of services:
$50,000.00
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Thank you very much for writing this review for you bathroom renovations. I hope you enjoy your new shower and bathroom for many years. It was enjoyable to work with you.

Sam in Toronto
Sam in Toronto
2 reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Two bathroom renovations, new plumbing and structural work

After uncovering problems in a new home from a poorly completed renovation, we hired Gala Renovations to help us correct the issues and rebuild several spaces. This included two new bathrooms, reconstructing most of the plumbing systems from the basement to the second floor and correcting a structural issue. Scott and his team were a pleasure to work with from beginning to end. Their craftsmanship was exceptional which was especially important to us given the circumstances. We uncovered several new issues while working together and Scott leaned into each one with urgency and care. There was never a job too big, small or strange. He was on site everyday to oversee the work and was very hands on which we appreciated. I can't say enough great things; he's a strong communicator, provides valuable design input, is flexible in his approach and transparent in his pricing, and overall a great person and pleasure to be around everyday. I would trust Gala Renovations with any future work. 

Approximate cost of services:
$65,000.00
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Thank you so much for taking the time write a detailed review. It was a pleasure working with you as we navigated the issues that arose during the renovation. I would be more than happy to work with you again. Thank you.

L.G.
L.G.
0 reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Kitchen and first-floor renovation

Scott and his team did a full renovation of our main floor, including kitchen, new floors, new layout, new window, all lighting, built-in closets and shelving.... everything! His site manager, Shaun, was on site every day for a period of over 6 months. The work he did was spectacular in terms of communication, craftsmanship and attention to detail. Plus, he was always considerate of our family's needs, and great to be around. There were some surprises along the way that delayed our project, but Scott and Shaun handled them with urgency and professionalism — and always tried to find a solution that met our priorities. Overall, we are extremely satisfied with the renovation and love our new space. We would highly recommend Gala Kitchens

Approximate cost of services:
$100.00
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Thank you so much for your detailed review! Shaun and I both enjoyed working with you. I appreciate you patience with the delays and hope that you enjoy your new space.

Helen
Helen
1 review Toronto, ON
10/10

complete bathroom reno - DVP

Scott was always extremely professional and very knowledgeable from our very first meeting. The project was on a budget and he gave many cost effective ideas and options for tile, fixtures, vanities etc. All work was done in a timely manner and his crews were always courteous and hard working. As the project started right before Christmas, it wasn't guaranteed to be finished in time, however, Jim came in the entire weekend before to complete the bathroom!! Any changes to the original quote were discussed (pros

Approximate cost of services:
$0.00
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Helen, thank you so much for taking the time to write a review for us. It was a pleasure working with you and I'm delighted that you are happy with the new bathroom.

C Smyth in Toronto
C Smyth in Toronto
2 reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Bathroom - solid work and value

We highly recommend Gala Kitchens & Bath, and would use them again on future projects.

We had multiple quotes on a bathroom renovation, Scott and Mike were professional and provided timely, detailed, and realistic cost estimates.

The work included removing the old fixtures, extending the bathroom, new plumbing fixtures, tiled floor and a tiled shower, as well as electrical.

In the process of estimating the job, they made suggestions based on their experience (turn old exhaust vent into a window, lower the shower floor) which had minor costs but definitely improved the final result.

During the project, any questions or wrinkles that came up were addressed quickly, and to our satisfaction.

Approximate cost of services:
$18,000.00
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Thank you taking the time to post your thorough review of our work to renovate your bathroom. We both enjoyed working with you.

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More about Gala Renovations

Gala Renovations was founded with the concept born out of two sound principles: client-centred design and impeccable customer service. Whether your space is wide open with room to imagine, or small and cozy where we have to be creative, we will work with you to ensure that your renovation is completed exactly the way you want it. Our process starts with the ideas and vision you have for your home and moves to our team who will create plans that will guide our craftsmen to build the home of your dreams.

We specialize in complete home, ground and second floor renovations but we also take on other projects like basements, attics, custom kitchens, bathrooms, wall units, and storage solutions. We are flexible and collaborative in our approach and we care about the details that will ultimately beautify your home. At Gala, we leave no stone unturned in the journey from concept to reality. Our passion and knowledge paired with your dwelling and vision, will culminate in a one-of-a kind, unique space that you can proudly call home!

CATEGORIES
Kitchen Planning & Renovation, Bathroom Renovation, and General Contractors
PRODUCTS
Custom kitchens and cabinetry, vanities, wall units, fireplace mantels, built-in cabinets, libraries, wine cellars.
SERVICES
Design, custom installation, finishing, renovation.
STYLES
Contemporary, modern, transitional, traditional, framed or frameless.
SPECIALITIES
Custom cabinetry, residential & commercial.
WEBSITE
http://www.galarenovations.com
YEAR ESTABLISHED
2012
NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES
8
PAYMENT METHOD
Cheque or Cash
LIABILITY INSURANCE
Yes
WORKERS COMPENSATION
Yes
WRITTEN CONTRACT
Yes
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