Downs Construction Ltd. is a family business that has been serving the restoration and renovation needs of Greater Victoria and neighbouring communities for over 40 years. The company pioneered a new drying system bringing air movers and dehumidifiers into the marketplace in Victoria for the first time in 1981.
This technology changed the way water damage claims are managed. Since that time, Downs Construction has always maintained a leading edge in providing the latest technology and equipment for our clients. Downs Construction employs skilled trades people and technicians experienced in repairing and restoring residential and commercial building disasters.
Downs Construction Project Managers excel in providing the skilled trades people and subcontractors required for general contracts in addition to supervising all aspects of construction.
This technology changed the way water damage claims are managed. Since that time, Downs Construction has always maintained a leading edge in providing the latest technology and equipment for our clients. Downs Construction employs skilled trades people and technicians experienced in repairing and restoring residential and commercial building disasters.
Downs Construction Project Managers excel in providing the skilled trades people and subcontractors required for general contracts in addition to supervising all aspects of construction.
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Downs Construction Ltd. is a family business that has been serving the restoration and renovation needs of Greater Victoria and neighboring communities for over 40 years. The company pioneered a new drying system bringing air movers and dehumidifiers into the marketplace in Victoria for the first time in 1981.
Downs Construction is a Certified Firm with the IICRC (Institute of Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Certification) and our carpet and cleaning are trained and certified by the IICRC to properly clean and care for your carpets, area rugs, and upholstered furniture. Rugs and carpeting can be heavily damaged in emergency situations.
High levels of mould growth within a residence or building can cause health problems for some people and special precautions are required to remove the mould. Our water damage technicians are trained and certified to remove mould properly and safely. It does not matter if you are in an office or at home, you want to breathe easy knowing that you aren't inhaling mould spores that can trigger allergic reactions or respiratory issues.
Asbestos was used in the manufacture of many building materials up until the mid 1980's when it's use was banned by the Government. Having building products in your home that contain asbestos is not usually a risk. The risk involved begins once the materials containing asbestos are disturbed and the asbestos fibres are released into the environment.
If your belongings have been damaged by water or smoke we can help. At Downs Construction we understand that the personal property of our clients has tremendous sentimental value in addition to monetary value. Our trained cleaning staff will deal with your personal belongings professionally and with attention to detail.
Reviews (19)
Margaret Sandborn
Nov 24, 2021
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This past fall, our kitchen floor was inadvertently flooded. In a panic, we called Downs Construction on the basis of their many good reviews. Brendan came to our house, did moisture testing, and gave us helpful instructions on how to mitigate possible damage with dehumidifiers, heaters, and lifting carpets, etc. A week later he returned and did further testing, which confirmed that we had solved our problem thanks to his knowledgable help! When we asked what the bill was for his two visits, he graciously declined payment and went on his way. We highly recommend Downs Constuction, and Brendan in
Anita Stuart
Jun 11, 2021
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Positive:Â Professionalism
Can’t say enough about working with Down’s Construction on a recent restoration project. Vlad Hrokh, our Project Manager, was organized, efficient and professional - flexible and adaptable. Great guy to work with! All of his trades were prompt, tidy and respectful. Would definitely work with him again.
Services: Drywall installation, Drywall repair, Water damage repair, Project management, Flooring repair, Mould removal, Fan repair
Can’t say enough about working with Down’s Construction on a recent restoration project. Vlad Hrokh, our Project Manager, was organized, efficient and professional - flexible and adaptable. Great guy to work with! All of his trades were prompt, tidy and respectful. Would definitely work with him again.
Services: Drywall installation, Drywall repair, Water damage repair, Project management, Flooring repair, Mould removal, Fan repair
Sawyer
May 22, 2021
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I have only positive things to say about this company.
I found Brendan (project manager) to be very knowledgeable/professional and I appreciated his timely response/feedback to my e-mails/texts keeping the project on schedule.
Brendan's team - Jude (carpenter), DGA Clean Air Services (Gary Osolit and sons) and Interigo Drywall/Paint (David Stone) were also professional, knowledgeable, respectful, on time, friendly, answered all of my questions plus they did a great job!!
I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this company, really happy with the result.
I found Brendan (project manager) to be very knowledgeable/professional and I appreciated his timely response/feedback to my e-mails/texts keeping the project on schedule.
Brendan's team - Jude (carpenter), DGA Clean Air Services (Gary Osolit and sons) and Interigo Drywall/Paint (David Stone) were also professional, knowledgeable, respectful, on time, friendly, answered all of my questions plus they did a great job!!
I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this company, really happy with the result.
Samantha C.
Dec 25, 2020
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One of the company's employees was very aggressive, and tail gating me while going down McKenzie ave during high traffic hours. Waving his arms, and honking at me for letting some in front of me. At a red light he came as close as he could get without hitting me and waved his arms and yelling. All while I have a new baby in my back seat. I'm absolutely disgusted by this behaviour. I could only imagine letting such a person into my home to do any repairs would be a terrible experience.
Ma Ya Miguel
Oct 13, 2020
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Vlad from Downs Construction came to our home and provided kind and detailed advice to deal with our humidity issues post water damage. We were highly stressed and his approach put us at ease and his professionalism was impeccable from first contact. He had technology with him that how’ve is concrete evidence of what we were facing and gave honest… quotes. We initially chose Downs Construction because of a good google rating but now that we’ve met Vlad our personal confidence in this company is very high! Thank you for a wonderful experience Vlad!
Brenda Thompson
Sep 27, 2020
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We have a siding crew here on our strata property and they are doing a great job. Arrive early, up and down scaffolding all day even in the pouring rain, very thorough cleanup and the finished product is excellent. They work well together and are very organized. i highly recommend Downs Construction.
Bath Set
Sep 26, 2020
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I had a flood a few months ago and started out working with On Side. That quickly went down hill and Downs ended up picking up the ball. They have been outstanding, repaired damage done by the other company, were accomodating and professional throughout the job. I would recommend them in a heartbeat. Thanks you's to Stuart, Shaun, Julio and Carly. It was a pleasure working with you all!
Muriel M.
Jan 02, 2020
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Brendan and his team went above and beyond for my flooring job. My floor had water damage and had to be replaced. From consultation to installation, the team was quick, friendly, and very detailed oriented. They came with dehumidifiers to ensure no mold would grow. At the time of install They took great care in packing up my items and. labeling the boxes. Poor guys even had to shovel snow to get to my door, and one even helped push my car when it got stuck in the snow.
After installation (floors look amazing) they had the kindness to put the boxes back in their respective rooms - I even found
After installation (floors look amazing) they had the kindness to put the boxes back in their respective rooms - I even found
Greg Allen
Dec 30, 2019
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Alana Marks
Dec 13, 2019
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Down’s made my restoration project so so easy and pain-free. They were absolute professionals, so friendly, and so easy to communicate with. The job was done early and with the same care and attention they would have put into their own homes. Estelle and her team, specifically, were a dream to work with. Thanks for such amazing work!
Barry Kennard
Nov 07, 2019
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We had the pleasure of working with Downs Constuction on a major water leak in our home. Vlad and the team at Downs did a wonderful job on our behalf. They supplied painters, plumbers, dry wallers, finish carpenters, movers and cleaners. All involved did a magnificent job. We are so grateful and so happy we found Downs Construction to help us. We highly recommend this great company.
Bohdan Jarisz
Oct 12, 2019
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We unfortunately experienced a flood situation, it turned out that a waterline to our tap which was located on the rooftop broke and the water ended up coming through the drywall of our ceiling, walls and through the light fixtures. After dealing with the insurance company, Downs Construction Ltd was on it immediately. They dispatched a team and… project manager and got things going immediately from setting up fans and humidifiers. They did an over assessment and organized trades to tackle this mess and get the job done. If it was not for Estelle Aitken and Dion Pickles-Teller I think we
Jane Webb
Sep 22, 2019
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Joan Byers
Aug 13, 2019
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Mark Leslie
Jul 25, 2019
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Fang Zhao
Jun 27, 2019
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My house was damaged by a car which will be fully covered by ICBC insurance. Downs Construction staff did come to help me to clean the debree of the damages and boarded the house up. However, I have been waiting for Construction company for the solution s how to fix my house more than 4 weeks and no response. I tried to contact the people who is in charge for repairing my house, but no response and just told me that they are waiting for engineering report. I asked for any updates, then no reply. I am very disappointed with the way they handling my requests. I am starting wondering whether I made
Praveen Pottumutu
May 13, 2019
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Excellent and prompt service delivered by Downs Construction Ltd. Their restoration services team and especially their Project Manager....delivered an exceptional service to our emergency property restoration needs. They are professional, ethical, extremely trust worthy, creative, punctual, knowledgable, experienced and more than everything - Friendly. Great job Down's team.
Natalie Leslie Honu
Apr 11, 2018
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ThIs was our second experience with Downs and both were fantastic. The sevice was prompt and professional. Even had 2 guys up on a ladder in the rain and dark to patch the hole in my house. The work was completed quickly and well A big shout out to Dales Electric of Sooke for being on site within an hour
Michelle McDormand
Nov 15, 2017
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My experience has not been good. If I had a choice I would have fired them long ago. Unfortunately the landlord chose them. Way to many excuses and clearly no supervision of crews. A minor flood that happened in September and we still do not have a complete home. It's now November and one day they might take responsibility for the crews they choose to hire and choose to work with but I doubt it. Their concept is great tho
