Meet the Team

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Many of you may know Classic Renovations as renovation experts in Nanaimo and the surrounding area, but do you know the people behind the story? Read about the history and progression of Classic Renovations.

Darren Cavan

Darren is a born entrepreneur who thrives on overcoming business challenges and adding great people to his team. His passion for success has taken him from Retail Management, to an Industrial Construction Management team and now to Home Renovations.

Darren is an avid baseball fan, coaching his sons team. He sat on the the Board of the Nanaimo Minor Baseball Association for 6 years. He spends his free time camping, fishing and hanging out with his family.

Andrew Petersen

Andrew is one of our incredible Project Managers. He’s easy going, friendly and knows his job sites inside and out. Don’t let his tattoos fool you – this Island native has a background in Health Care working with seniors. That must be where he learned to turn on the charm as our clients all love him!

When he’s not managing renovation projects, you’ll find Andrew hiking with his dogs, or talking sports.

The Team

Many of the faces you see at Classic Renovations have been with us for over 5 years. With high standards for quality, this team has created a reputation for excellence that is unparalleled in the industry. While we do support some local trades through sub-contracting, our process relies heavily on the communication and professionalism of our main crew. If you see any of them around, make sure to say hi!

Testimonials

This is the best renovation company we have ever dealt with. Our bathroom needed a total makeover to not only update it but make it disabled friendly. We needed advice on everything from overall design to choice of fixtures,flooring,paint colors etc. Darren and his team can do it all. We were given a detailed project and price quote( which stayed the same even though we had to delay our project by 6 months) . All the subcontractors Classic used were top grade ,reliable and efficient. Classics own team is highly skilled and able to find solutions to the inevitable challenges(surprises) that crop up whenever a major makeover is undertaken. On a daily basis their skilled people arrived on time ,worked very efficiently(answered any and all questions we had (even the dumb ones), cleaned up before leaving and left us feeling the project was well in hand. For home renovations we think they are absolutely the best. Hire them, you'll be glad you did.

- Stu

We had Classic Renovations upgrade our en-suite bathroom ........ shower stall, vanity, electrical and plumbing. Both Darren and Andrew were excellent to work with. Darren with his patience as we changed our minds on what to do a couple of times and Andrew in overseeing the project and the unexpected issues that arise in any renovation and the best way to solve them. All the trades they use were also excellent and extremely polite and considerate while working in our home. Would highly recommend contacting them. We certainly will be for our next project.

- Stephanie and Ron

The team from Classic Renovations were beyond and above our expectations. A professional and efficient work schedule was completed without fuss or bother and always with a respectful and cheerful demeanor. At the end of each day the job site was left clean and tidy. The finished product is way more pleasing than we expected to see from a fifty-year-old bathroom and no little extra was considered "too much".

I would wholeheartedly recommend this company to anyone who asked me for a reference. Thank you Darren and the rest of your team. A ten out of ten from us.

- Peter

We are so happy with our new shower. The fellows took out the tub, etc. & replaced it with a lovely tiled walk-in shower. They are real professionals ( & fun too). Thanks to all of you.

- Barbara & Randy

We had an excellent experience with Classic Home Nanaimo in renovating our kitchen. Everyone we worked with was a pleasure. The designer worked collaboratively with us, listening to our ideas and adding some great ones of his own. We were happy to have the construction team in our home. Andrew, the project manager was always attentive to our needs, managing all the facets of the renovation, always in consultation with us. Bruce, the finishing carpenter was skilled, meticulous and so tidy. The kitchen is beautiful to see and use.

- Shinoa

Our bathroom renovation completed by Classic Renovations this spring was a great experience. Right from the initial construction review, contract development and selection of finish materials Darren led us through all phases of construction requirements. As far as the construction Andrew and his crew completed the project on time and on budget with excellent results. We would highly recommend Classic Renovations for your renovation needs. Archie & Rita Balaski

- Archie Balaski