The guys at Ottawa Garage Makeovers did some work for us to touch up our garage and finish part of…read moreour basement last December after we took possession of our new house. Overall, the guys did a good job and worked long hours to complete the work before our move in day. We were especially impressed with the work done in the basement and most of the garage: the epoxy floor, new door and shelving system. We had also paid for a touch-up and repainting of the garage walls and ceiling. We were not looking for a 'living room' finish here, but at $2000, we expected a professional job. Unfortunately, this is where the guys fell short, as there were unpainted portions (in a corner after they moved a cabinet they installed, and a board holding the garage door opener after they changed it) and instead of replacing the tape in the corners, they just painted over the old tape, resulting in wrinkled and peeling tape - not the professional job we were expecting. We immediately brought up our concerns to the owner - Andy Millette - and at the time he was very cooperative and said he would 'make it right' in the Spring when the nicer weather was here. Unfortunately, after much correspondence back and forth, it is now 10 months later and he has still not made it right. We made the mistake of paying him in full and now it is clear that he does not intend to keep his word and we will likely never see him again. Too bad - that little extra effort would have earned his company a glowing review. Bottom line: the Ottawa Garage Makeover guys do good work, but we would strongly recommend that you do not pay them in full until you are completely happy with the job as, based on our experience, they will not be back.

BEWARE! This is a scam. In July 2026, my elderly mother in law in Dorval, Quebec was targeted by a…read morecompany called SelectStone Masonry & Construction from Kanata, Ontario. Their salesman "Tom" approached her outside her home and claimed her gutters and flashing needed to be replaced. Minutes later, a crew of around five workers removed all existing gutters and roughly half of the flashing and soffits from her house, even though she had only been given an estimate and had not consented to start major work. After the demolition, Tom suddenly claimed they had found "wet rot" and said the wood would need to be replaced for $18,000. When I arrived and inspected the area, they were lying. The owner, "David," later told me that the original written price was "too low" and that at that price they would only replace about half of the gutters, and flashing, contradicting what was written on their own estimate. I instructed him to cancel the job immediately. Since then, they have never returned to repair the work. My mother in law has been left with no gutters and with sections of her flashing and soffits removed. She now is looking at a $5,000 repair to fix the damage done by SelectStone Masonry & Construction. In my opinion, this appears to be a home improvement scam using high pressure, door to door tactics focused on seniors: exaggerate or invent problems, do quick demolition, then demand far more money to "fix" issues they claim to have discovered. BEWARE of SelectStone Masonry & Construction.

From the owner: At SelectStone Masonry & Construction, we take pride in being one of Ottawa's most trusted names in…read moremasonry and exterior construction. What sets us apart is our commitment to blending timeless craftsmanship with modern building techniques, ensuring every project not only looks exceptional but also stands the test of time. Our team is made up of skilled tradespeople who treat every home and property as if it were their own, paying close attention to detail and using only top-quality materials. From intricate stonework and bricklaying to foundation repairs and custom outdoor features, we approach each project with precision, reliability, and care. What truly makes us unique is our client-first approach--we believe clear communication, honest estimates, and dependable service are just as important as the workmanship itself. We don't cut corners, and we never leave a project until our clients are completely satisfied. Whether it's restoring the beauty of an older property, reinforcing structural integrity, or creating something entirely new, SelectStone Masonry & Construction stands out for quality, integrity, and dedication.