# Distinctive Bathrooms & Kitchens

Distinctive Bathrooms & Kitchens is an hvac contractor in Orleans. Rated 4.6/5 from 73 public reviews across 1 review source. This is the MyTrustedTraders public-evidence profile for this contractor, with independent reviews, credentials and registry data from named public sources, no ads, and no paid placement.

Trust Score: 45 out of 100 (building a public record). The score rests on rated 4.6 from 73 reviews.

The earliest independent record of them trading is 2017, so at least 9 years. They appear in 2 separate independent sources.

## About
For over 35 years, Distinctive has been offering superior service, unique designs and unparalleled craftsmanship. Since our humble beginnings in 1989 when we were located on St-Joseph Boulevard under Randall’s Paints; our team has kept growing along with our clientele. We are now located at 2035 Lanthier Drive (1 block west of 10th Line), in Orléans, to better serve you.

## Public review evidence (by source)
| Source | Average rating | Reviews |
| --- | --- | --- |
| HomeStars | 3.6/5 | 73 |

Most recent review: 2 years ago.

## What customers consistently praise
_Themes mentioned across this contractor's own public reviews:_
- Professional (mentioned in 40% of reviews we've read)

## In customers' own words
_Verbatim quotes from this contractor's public reviews, each attributed to its source:_
> "I was very pleased with the bathroom reno by DBK. The staff were great, the craftmanship was solid, the reno started and ended within the planned timeframe and was finished within budget. The main worker on site was Charlie and he was very reliable. I recommend the Designer Emily who was resourceful, patient and who made excellent design suggestions that fit my tastes and the style and age of my home. One of the great features of DBK is the Projector Coordinator role. Sheilagh contacted me every day to let me know who was coming, at what time and what they would be doing. When any changes had to be made, she contacted me promptly with updates. It was very reassuring. I recommend DBK for your bathroom renovation!"
> Source: Anonymous (5.0, via HomeStars)

> "Every project has many turns and twists, and front-end design is central to a successfully finished product. Our experience with DBK, starting with a very talented, experienced, and professional designer, Tanya was exceptional. Tanya had the experience and ability to look at all the small details, proposed different options and guided us in choosing the best overall design. The design was backed up by a great construction & installation team, starting with Kim who guided the on-site installation, ensured we were always keep in the loop with scheduling and/or on-site challenges coupled with two proactive project managers; Dominic and Sheilagh. Great job DBK team and final finished product is amazing; we love it! Keir & Darlene"
> Source: Anonymous (5.0, via HomeStars)

> "We approached Distinctive to do major renovations on our 30 year old home: expand the ensuite bathroom, gut the main bathroom and powder room, make the main floor open concept by removing a structural wall and re-imagining the kitchen, update the fireplace, and replace the flooring on our main and top floors. Having never done a renovation of this scale before, we wanted a business that could handle the project from end-to-end, ensure that everything was done properly and to code, and that could provide guidance on the form and function of design elements. Distinctive shone in all elements. Working with Vida on the design and planning was a treat. Because of the project scope, we did it over several sessions across two months, with feedback and discussion in between. Vida was very knowledgeable of both the design and function of the elements we were considering for each room and was able to guide us through picking materials, appliances, and fixtures that would be stylish but still last. We especially appreciated her eye for detail and ability to communicate a vision for each room. She encouraged us to consider design elements we wouldn't have thought of and we are so happy we listened! Additionally, the plans and cost estimates that we came out of those sessions with were detailed and transparent so we knew what we were getting into. When work started, out project manager Sheilagh kept us updated on when workers would be at our house and how long each element was expected to take. Because our house would be unliveable during much of the renovation, she worked with us to optimize the schedule to accommodate our needs and minimize the amount of time we'd be away from home. This became especially important when COVID hit and all businesses had to shut down. Despite this happening in the middle of our renovation, Sheilagh was able to coordinate temporary fixtures and expedite critical work so we wouldn't be stuck without a place to live while we all waited o"
> Source: Anonymous (5.0, via HomeStars)

## Trades
HVAC contractor, Architect, Basement conversion specialist, Bathroom Fitter, Bricklayer / mason, Carpenter, Demolition contractor, General Contractors, Handyman, Interior designer, Kitchen Fitter, Landscaper, Plumber, Swimming pool / hot tub, Tiler, Window / door fitter

## Awards & recognition
- Best of HomeStars winner (2017)

## What we checked, and when
_What MyTrustedTraders independently checked for this business (verified items only):_
- Review volume: MyTrustedTraders shows 73 public reviews on this profile. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing)
- Public listing spread: MyTrustedTraders shows 1 public listing for this contractor. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing)
- Business identity: MyTrustedTraders shows public business identity data with operating status unknown. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing)

Full verification checklist: https://ca.mytrustedtraders.com/traders/distinctive-bathrooms-kitchens/checks

## Credentials & sources
- Credentials shown: 0
- Corporate registry status: Unknown
- Evidence held from: HomeStars
- Check dates vary by source. Where we hold a date, the check shows it.

## Before you hire an HVAC contractor
_What to check when choosing this kind of trade (general guidance, not a claim about this business):_
- Trade licensing in Canada is set by each province or territory. Electrical, gas and plumbing are licensed trades almost everywhere (for example ESA for electrical and TSSA for gas in Ontario), so check your provincial regulator that the contractor is certified for the work before you hire.
- A construction lien is a real risk: in every province an unpaid subcontractor or supplier can register a lien against your home even if you already paid the main contractor. Hold back the statutory amount (commonly around 10%) and get signed lien waivers as you pay.
- Confirm they cover your area and can actually come out in your timeframe before anything else.
- Read recent reviews for reliability and turning up on time, not only the quality of the work.
- Agree the call-out fee up front, and be wary of large upfront deposits for an emergency job.

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