# Gala Renovations Gala Renovations is an architect in Toronto. Rated 5.0/5 from 75 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: 51 out of 100, with a caution: newest review we found is from May 2024. Weigh that age against the score. The earliest independent record of them trading is 2022, so at least 4 years. They appear in 2 separate independent sources. ## About 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! ## Public review evidence (by source) | Source | Average rating | Reviews | | --- | --- | --- | | HomeStars | 5.0/5 | 75 | Rated 5.0, in line with the local average for architects in Toronto. Across 92 architects in Toronto, the typical rating is 4.9 out of 5. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally. Most recent review: 2 years ago. ## What customers consistently say _Recurring strength themes from this contractor's own reviews, each with a verbatim quote:_ - **Clear communication** (Quoted from 2 reviews): "Scott was great at communicating what the project would involve and offered detailed information for several different options before we even began." ยท HomeStars, May 16, 2024 ## What customers consistently praise _Themes mentioned across this contractor's own public reviews:_ - Professional (mentioned in 80% of reviews we've read) - Great communication (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:_ > "Scott was great at communicating what the project would involve and offered detailed information for several different options before we even began. He and his team were also great at adapting to changes that came up during the renosuch as adding insulation once we learned there was none in the walls of the first floor. Everyone who came through our home was pleasant and professional too." > Source: Anonymous (5.0, via HomeStars) > "We hired Scott to do an extensive renovation of our kitchen, three bathrooms, and a bedroom. Scott was a pleasure to work with from the beginning to the end of the process. Through the process, Scott kept us very well informed of the progress, and was extremely responsive to the numerous questions or any concerns we had. He seems intent on doing a job not only well, but ensuring that we were happy with the work throughout the process. On the very few situations where we werent happy with something, Scott made sure it was fixed to our satisfaction. Whenever we ran into unexpected problems or situations (a lot can happen when you take down walls!) Scott was thoughtful and very helpful in providing recommendations and fixes that worked for us. We are very happy we hired Scott and his team, and would not hesitate to do so again in the future. Very highly recommended." > Source: Anonymous (5.0, via HomeStars) > "I am extremely happy with the work that Scott and his crew performed on my home! Scott is a pleasure to work with. His estimate for the work to be done was detailed and well thought out. He scheduled the work to be done efficiently. He also worked very well with my interior designer which made the renovation process smooth. The major items in my renovation project were to open the galley kitchen by removing the interior wall, installing an island, moving the laundry machine and dryer from the kitchen into the hallway closet, moving the electrical panel, installing the flooring, covering the popcorn ceiling and removing the closet in the bedroom. I knew my place was in safe hands because Scott is very organized, responsive, professional, knowledgeable, and his communications are great. The quality of the work done by his crew, Guido, Rosendo, James, Marcos, Alex and Zac was excellent. The results are stunning, and I couldnt be more pleased." > Source: Anonymous (5.0, via HomeStars) ## Trades Architect, Basement conversion specialist, Bathroom Fitter, Bricklayer / mason, Carpenter, General Contractors, Handyman, Hvac Contractors, Interior designer, Kitchen Fitter, Plumber, Tiler, Window / door fitter ## See their work _Portfolio and gallery links this business publishes. Inspect the source to see what each image represents:_ - [Instagram](http://instagram.com/gala_renovations) - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/Gala-Renovations-100923721648682) ## Awards & recognition - Best of HomeStars winner (2022) ## What we checked, and when _What MyTrustedTraders independently checked for this business (verified items only):_ - Review volume: MyTrustedTraders shows 75 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) - Contact phone: MyTrustedTraders shows a public phone contact on this profile. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing) - Website: MyTrustedTraders shows a public website for this contractor. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing) Full verification checklist: https://ca.mytrustedtraders.com/traders/gala-renovations/checks ## Credentials & sources - Credentials shown: 0 - Corporate registry status: Unknown - Website online since 2020 (verified via public domain registry) - Evidence held from: HomeStars - Public evidence last checked May 2026 ## Before you hire an architect _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. - Ask to see a portfolio of completed work like yours, plus recent references you can contact. - Check the credentials and registrations that matter for this work, and that they are current. - Get a written, itemized quote with scope, assumptions and a staged payment schedule. ## Contact - Phone: (416) 357-2365 - Website: http://www.galarenovations.com --- Source: MyTrustedTraders, https://ca.mytrustedtraders.com/traders/gala-renovations Real public evidence only: every figure traces to its named source. The evidence for this business comes from a single public source, so it is not yet cross-checked against a second. If a source does not carry a field, it is not shown.