What our Customers say about us
Renova is an outstanding company.
From our first contact right through to the final handover, our experience with the team was exceptional.
Our house was built in the 1970s and while we’d done little bits and pieces over seven years to make it comfortable, the cavity block walls and old windows meant we had consistent issues with condensation and damp.
With small children in the house, we considered moving altogether, but our love of the area, local community and indeed the house itself meant we opted for a deep retrofit and extension.
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Renova’s business model was a perfect fit for us: the phased process during which all decisions are thought through and made, the meticulous project management, the detailed and regular budget updates, the top class engineering, architectural and interiors expertise.
People scoffed when we told them our move-in date, “Ah yeah, ‘on schedule’? They all say that!” but the project came in on time and on budget. We now have a bright, spacious, energy-efficient house and we are so, so proud of it.
To John, Barbara, Paul, Sian, Eddie, Yvonne, Nessa and the whole team at Renova, thank you for helping make our dream home a reality.
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We are extremely glad to have selected Renova for the renovation of our house. From our first exploratory meeting with John (Martin) and every subsequent meeting with the Renova Team, our experience was positive, solution focussed and made as stress free as possible. After our first meeting with John, we were very aware of how our renovation project would progress. A budget was agreed and a timeline set. Renova delivered on both.
During the process of agreeing the work required, the design and décor/finishes, we received excellent, professional advice from Renova’s fully qualified team, in all the various disciplines –
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structural, mechanical, electrical, architectural and interior design. This happened over a series of fairly intense workshops which proved to be invaluable. Such preparation reassured us greatly during the six months it took to complete our project. We worked closely in particular during the workshops with Barbara, Siân and Paul who demonstrated admirable patience with our queries and concerns.
On the handover day, just less than six months after the start date, our house was revealed to us in an absolutely wonderful condition. It was bright, airy, and beautifully finished to the highest standards. From the windows to the floors, everything looked amazing and the cleaners had certainly done a very thorough job. We are extremely pleased with our completely renovated house. Renova did the work well above and beyond our expectations. We are delighted. Attention to detail is something we were advised at the outset that Renova does well and we have found this throughout the house.
We would strongly recommend Renova to anyone considering a renovation project. Renova will give you a completely stress and worry free experience.
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I was delighted with the services of RENOVA. My renovation was completed on time to the highest standard. Using a one-stop-shop can seem expensive at first glance, but it delivers premium service with little stress as everything is handled and coordinated by the RENOVA team on your behalf. John, Paul, Siân, Barbara, Eddie, Wayne and the rest of the RENOVA team were very easy to deal with and made the process seamless from the initial meeting to ultimate handover. Siân, in particular, helped me unlock the full potential of my home with the initial site visit and her architectural input. Then, working with Siân and Barbara at the workshops, the full design was agreed with no detail left out.
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Post handover RENOVA were very efficient in dealing with the usual snags, which isn’t always the case with builders once they leave the site. I would be very happy to recommend RENOVA a full house retrofit.
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Renova provided an excellent service during the recent renovation of our 1960’s house. Their integration of design, planning, costing, project management and construction leads to great communication and minimises delays and unexpected costs. All through the process, we had great confidence in their team to deliver the project to a high standard. After the design and planning phases, we had minimal involvement in the project management which was what we wanted. They removed the stress from what can be a very stressful undertaking. We cannot recommend them enough. Thank you to John, Siân, Barbara, Paul, John-Joe and Rory and all at Renova for our lovely new (old) house.
Designing, renovating & constructing homes can be complicated and stressful. RENOVA’s 6 Stage Process simplifies the journey and makes it a thoroughly enjoyable one.
From the outset, John, Sian, Barbara & Anthony were professional, practical & patient. On site, Paul, Kevin & Ita brought the ideas on paper to life with phenomenal attention to detail. It was both a pleasure and privilege to work with people that have such a passion for what they do.
RENOVA’s streamlined approach to renovations is exceptional. The end result is a joy to live in and a testament to the team’s dedication & hard work.
I had been considering making major changes to my house for a number of years and I needed to find a company that could not only do excellent building work but also project manage and bring design expertise to the job. I did a lot of research and decided that Renova were that company. From the first meeting with John I was confident I would end up with the house I wanted.
Sian suggested wonderful ideas I never would have thought of and the workshops mean all the design decisions are made before construction begins making the whole process less stressful. The team at Renova are all professional and very good at their jobs. Several of my neighbours made a point of telling me how great “the lads” were during the construction phase, which is quite a compliment for a six month build in a terrace house.
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When I moved back in I was very happy with the standard of work and the finished product, I got a lot of “wows” when showing family and friends around. I would have no hesitation in recommending Renova, they know their jobs, they do them to an excellent standard and are a pleasure to deal with.
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We wholeheartedly recommend Renova to anyone seeking a reliable and skilled renovation partner. They are the best in the business. At every stage from initial consultation, through to delivery, they demonstrated exceptional professionalism, attention to detail, and a commitment to quality. Renova transformed our house into our dream home.
John, Sian, Barbara, Lorcan and Gav guided us at every stage, designing a home that not only works for our family, but delivering on that design with workmanship of the highest quality. Their experience paired with their commitment to fully understanding our needs and wants delivered a home beyond our expectations. They went above and beyond at every step in the process and gave us confidence that they were on top of every aspect of the job.
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John has created an incredible business with a top tier team. His QS background kept us in check and ensured that initial quotes were accurate and there were no nasty surprises in additional costs. Sian’s ability to deeply understand how we live and deliver a design that surpasses our expectations was phenomenal. Barbara and Sian were such a delight to work with on the design aspects of the job, their experience and eye for detail guided us to creating a beautiful home. Lorcan’s leadership behind the scenes in managing the project along with Gav’s leadership on site, ensured the delivery of the project was of the highest quality. They were both so easy to work with and went above and beyond at every step. Even our neighbours who had to put up with a 7 month construction job, have gone out of their way to share how fantastic and considerate the team was on site.
If you’re looking for a company to truly partner with you and deliver, look no further then Renova.
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We recently completed a full renovation of our home with Renova, and we honestly couldn’t be happier with the entire experience. From the very beginning, the team guided us through every step, from helping us understand budgeting and exploring different design options, to clearly outlining the renovation process and timelines. Their transparent and supportive approach made what could have been an overwhelming project feel completely manageable.
As people who aren’t particularly design-minded, we really appreciated how Renova helped us make thoughtful decisions that ultimately made the house feel truly ours. Sian, their interior designer, was incredibly patient and creative, and Richard, our foreman, was a calm, reassuring presence throughout. The rest of the Renova team were equally professional, responsive, and an absolute pleasure to work with.
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The level of craftsmanship and attention to detail in the final result genuinely exceeded our expectations, and they delivered everything on time, which in itself is remarkable. It was clear from the outset that Renova takes great pride in their work, and it shows in every corner of our new home.
We would wholeheartedly recommend Renova to anyone considering a renovation. They made a complex, emotional process feel smooth, exciting, and deeply rewarding.
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We engaged RENOVA to renovate our new home in late 2023, and almost exactly one year later we moved in after a very enjoyable renovation process. From the very first engagement we felt that everything was under control. The RENOVA process is clearly mapped out from day 1 and delivers a completely seemless solution. Everybody on the team is on the same wavelength through the process from those in the design office to the site team. Because RENOVA took care of everything the experience was entirely hassle-free and efficient. The quality of workmanship is second to none and the house was ready to move into the day that it was handed over. We are very satisfied with RENOVA and highly recommend them to anyone who needs to renovate a house.
We have no hesitation in recommending Renova if you want a professional, timely and properly renovation done. A one stop shop may seem expensive but in the long run, it is far more effective and efficient with a superior outcome. Once you engage fully in the process (which is vital in terms of achieving a satisfactory out turn), then there is a guaranteed super job when it is all finished. John, Paul, Sian, Barbara and Barry and the whole Renova team involved were excellent to deal with and very professional in their approach to ensure the best possible outcome at the end of the project (which was on time and on budget). It is not often that one can write genuine complimentary things about builders/renovation specialists but thankfully (for us) one can in the case of Renova.
It was a pleasure dealing with Renvoa. From the very start, during the initial conversations to the design phase and workshops Renova were always so cognisant of our brief and requirements. Their knowledge, advice and help was invaluable.
At build stage Lorcan, Eddie and the team did a fantastic job. The site was always kept neat and tidy. Everyone was so kind, courteous and considerate – particularly to the other residents on our road, which was hugely important. The finished job was beyond our expectations – the attention to detail and the finish were second to none. The fact that the house had also been thoroughly cleaned to the highest standard was so welcome on moving day and made moving home much easier.
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So very glad we choose Renova, it was such a positive experience overall – we gave them a house and they gave us back a beautiful home.
Our thanks again to John, Sian, Barbara, Paul, Lorcan and team.
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Our experience with Renova was exceptional. From start to finish, their professionalism and expertise shone through. They meticulously executed every detail, from the initial planning stages to the final touches, exceeding our expectations at every turn.
Brendan, Sean, Paul, Barbara, Siân and John displayed remarkable skill and dedication, ensuring that the project was completed on time and within budget. There were numerous times when they went out of their way to get the detail just right and it shows in every corner of our newly renovated home.
We are immensely grateful to Renova for making our dream home a reality.
When we moved into our 30 year old house, we quickly realised it needed a lot of work. Every part of it needed modernisation and Renova helped us to fit our ideas into our budget , made sure they looked great on paper, helped us with lots of examples and ideas so we made the right decisions and then delivered an even better end-result. They are a remarkable organisation. Everyone we met, architect, engineer, designer and skilled craftsmen who did the work onsite were completely focussed on making us happy with the end result. As they got to know us and the house, they made some great suggestions about things we could do that would fit into our lifestyle. There were times during the project when we dithered or changed our minds, and they were patient, helpful and flexible.
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We are more than happy with the end result. We would only consider Renova for the work If we had to do it again. We love it and everyone who visits the house comments on how well it looks. Most importantly, it is a more comfortable, fresher, more efficient and happier place for us to live. We fondly remember Renova and the team as we continue to be grateful for the lovely place we live and the wonderful people who made it for us.
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Our home was built in 1990. It was of solid construction, but the allocation of space was less than ideal, particularly on the ground floor. The kitchen was too small and badly designed, the ‘walk through’ concept between kitchen, dining room and living room created draughts and was old fashioned, as was the small ‘conservatory’ in the dining room. A major overhaul was needed.
We knew that a project of this type would require excellent project management, and Renova stood out as a company that took this aspect seriously. John Martin and his team came to visit us on the 6thJanuary 2023. They talked through our ideas, measured and photographed our house and we were subsequently invited to a meeting on the 7thFebruary to view their concepts and get a preliminary idea of costs.
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This was where our initial assessment of Renova’s project management capabilities were proven. The project plan was extremely detailed. It dealt with costs of material, labour, and timelines. We decided to commit to the project and a start date of 8th August and handover date of 31st October were agreed.
During the five months leading up to commencement, we had four detailed planning meetings with Renova and more with equipment suppliers and kitchen designers. Renova had solid business partnerships with all the contractors that would be engaged on the project, and as we learnt, all of them had a similar approach to design excellence, finish quality, client engagement and, crucially, commitment to the project timelines.
Work started on the agreed date and over the next thirteen weeks we were kept fully updated by Paul and could view progress. Due to the meticulous designs that were agreed prior to start of works, there was no ‘on the fly’ decision making required from us. Any changes to project budget were due to changes that we requested. Our neighbours were also kept informed about when they might expect noise from the works and were highly complimentary about the way, Richard, the site manager, interacted with them. All of the personnel we had dealings with, whether from Renova or one of their partner contractors, were professional and easy to engage with.
Four days ahead of schedule, our home was handed back to us; it was a tremendous transformation. Design ideas from Renova’s architect Siân and interior designer Barbara, lifted our living space to a new level of comfort and practicality. Without extending the building footprint, the re-configuration of the rooms made it look as though we had. As one of our friends said when they came through the kitchen door and saw the result – “I’ve just travelled through a portal from the 20th to the 21st century!”
We enthusiastically recommend Renova and the team – John, Siân, Barbara, Paul and Richard.
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We engaged RENOVA to renovate our newly purchased apartment in 2022. We found RENOVA to be excellent communicators and listeners, and reliable. The team highly experienced and very professional. We found them to be always available for questions, clarifications etc.
They were very personable …in other words, great craic! On a serious note, everything that RENOVA does is meticulous; the meetings, the appointments and of course, the work and the schedule. Last but not least, RENOVA were very supportive during the course of the project.
After twenty years in our nearly fifty year old apartment, we bit the bullet on getting it fully renovated rather than doing upgrades piecemeal.
From the outset we were impressed with the attention to detail and professionalism of the Renova team. The initial design workshops gave us real comfort that Renova is very much customer focused and the team helped us tease out exactly how we wanted our apartment to look like. The budget and project completion date were agreed at the outset.
We were out of the country for the period of the project but we were kept updated with regular videos of progress.
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Passing full responsibility for project delivery under design and build can bring risks and can be more costly, but in our circumstances, we can 100% say it was the correct decision which kept stress levels to a minimum.
Our project was delivered on time, on budget and to an exceptional standard.
To John, Sian, Barbara, Paul and Sean and all the team who worked on site, you were all a pleasure to work with and a big thank you for helping us to finalise our vision as to how our apartment should be and then delivering it to us in excess of our expectations.
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When we first contacted Renova, we were sale agreed. Our house was built in the 1950s and needed substantial work. We searched online and found the Renova website very impressive. The examples of previous work caught our eye. We contacted John who, from day one was extremely helpful and clear in what he felt might be achievable. We felt the most encouraging thing was Renova aimed to improve our home and not necessarily extend- this appealed to us a lot.
When we purchased our house 2 months later, Renova contacted us again and we proceeded to the design stage. The design stage consists of various workshops, each of which have a theme from mechanics and engineering to fixtures and fittings.
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These workshops made what could have been an overwhelming task manageable, not intimidating and enjoyable! Overall, we had 4 workshops and covered an enormous amount of work in each. We were helped and guided at all times from a decision-making point of view. All our suggestions and ideas were also taken on board. The architect Sian and interior designer Barbara understood our home ambitions and achieved exactly what we had hoped for. Paul and Anthony were extremely helpful at all points. The entire process was professional, smooth and not stressful. During the time working with them, their communication was excellent.
Onsite, Richard was always very approachable and helpful. Our neighbours have repeatedly complimented Renova for their discretion and communication when working in a busy suburban neighbourhood.
After works were completed, Renova remained very contactable and returned to do some minor snag list items.
We were delighted with handover which happened on time. The handover was a lovely experience, they did a remarkable job. We are delighted with our dream home and have recommended Renova to friends and colleagues.
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I am now living in my new house in Blainroe for 4 months and I absolute love it! It took me a while to decide on a builder for this major retrofit and extension but following my first meeting in the Kilcoole office with the Renova team I was impressed by the whole set up. Knowing absolutely nothing about renovation or building, I found the whole process with the team so professional and helpful. Everything was discussed with me; the job was done on budget and on time. Everybody who has come into my house has commented on the finish. The team in the office, especially Sian for her ideas about design, and Barry on site were fantastic. It was a seamless process and I enjoyed it. I would have no hesitation in recommending Renova.
I engaged Renova to modernise my old, cold, and draughty house.
When selecting a contractor, I was looking for a reliable and trustworthy builder and after consulting with a number of providers, I found that Renova’s services were best suited to my needs.
From the onset, the Renova team were incredibly professional and guided me through the entire process from start to finish. The project was completed on budget and a week ahead of schedule.
We bought a house dating to 1970 that needed a refresh. We searched online and found Renova. A friend of ours had also mentioned their name to me, having heard good things.
John took our call and within a couple of months we had a design at a budget we were happy to proceed with. Once we had a contract signed, Anthony and Alan furthered this design with construction drawings and window plans. They talked us through all aspects.
A renovation is a complex project. From beginning to end, Renova looked after all project management aspects. There are a lot of decisions to make. Shan, Amanda and Barbara were fantastic. They helped us every step along the way.
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The most impressive part for us was that Building work started on time and finished on time. The project was laid out as being 7 months and that is what it took!
With Brendan as our assigned site manager and Paul overseeing construction it was very smooth. We visited the site regularly. One can easily tell that the work they do is high quality.
Having now lived in the house for nearly 5 months, we are really happy. Renova nailed every aspect. The BER rating went from F to A2.
Renova are also great to come back on any questions we have had in the months following the build.
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We love our neighbourhood and our house, which we have lived in for over 30 years. While we had maintained it well during that time, we knew that within the next 10 years we were going to have to look at replacing the windows, the central heating boiler and consider re-wiring. Because all of our grandchildren live outside Dublin and we love having them to stay when they visit, downsizing wasn’t an option – so we decided to upgrade instead!
Renova did work for us many years ago, installing new bathrooms and carrying out some insulation work. We had been very impressed with their professionalism and the quality of their work at the time, so we decided to discuss our current ideas with them.
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We were keen to have a warmer home and also to move away from all fossil fuels. We were amazed at how much Renova had expanded since we first worked with them and by the deep retro-fit service they now offer. Having discussed the matter initially with John and Alan, we decided to proceed.
We were introduced to Siân who visited us and took the time to find out what aspects of the house worked for us and what didn’t. In general the original layout was good but Siân made a few suggestions which have really enhanced how we use the house. She has a great eye for space.
Together we agreed on the scope of the work and the process was very streamlined after that. We had three workshops in Renova’s offices with Siân, Paul and Anthony, where all major decisions were taken. We were very impressed by their attention to detail at those meetings which meant that we never had to make decisions in a hurry once the work got underway. Amanda and then later Barbara, made notes – not an electrical socket was forgotten! Appointments were made with Renova’s suppliers after each workshop and we chose our new windows, kitchen, kitchen equipment, shower-room and lighting in advance of the work starting. That ensured that there were no delays due to delivery times during the retrofit itself.
We were concerned about the disruption to our neighbours during the construction stage but anytime we visited, our neighbours commented to us on how great our builders were. This was in no small way due to Lorcán who managed everything on site. He was amazing.
Part of the work entailed opening up an extension we had done 20 years ago and a few things came to light at that stage that needed to be remedied. However, Paul who oversaw our project always informed us of what the issue was and quickly came back to us with practical, properly costed solutions.
It was only as we visited the site as the works progressed that we realised the extent of the work involved. We realised too that much of the work is in the end hidden – the plumbing, under-floor heating, and wiring – so we were glad that we had chosen a company we could trust.
Renova estimated the time that it would take to complete the works and even gave us an exact date, which happened to be one of our birthdays. We are happy to say that we moved back home on that date in time to blow out the candles.
We would have no hesitation in recommending the Renova team. They are true professionals and a pleasure to deal with.
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Our house is approximately 50 years old, and we have lived here for some 25 years. We knew that it needed a serious overhaul and with the last of the kids having flown the nest, the timing seemed right. We didn’t need more space, but our home needed rewiring, replumbing, new insulation and we needed some reimagination of how we could live in and use the house.
There were a number of builders’ vans in the area, and we kept a close eye on what was happening but we didn’t see anything that matched what we considered to be our needs. We felt that a lot of contractors wouldn’t be that interested in our project as we weren’t adding space. But once we found Renova we were interested in hearing what they had to say.
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Our initial contract was with John who confirmed that our project was exactly the sort of thing they did. He came up with an initial costing and Sian came up with a design that was exactly what we wanted. From there we moved to workshop meetings with Sian, Paul and Barbara and the project took wings. Everything was clearly explained and at no stage did we have reason to question our choice of contactors.
Once work started on-site we met Richard, who radiated calm and a can-do attitude. We decided to increase the scope of the work during the project and that was fitted seamlessly into the schedule. Approximately half-way through the works an unexpected issue was encountered, we were walked through the problem and given potential solutions by Alan. We felt we were in good hands throughout.
We are delighted with the finished product and are having difficulty in putting together a snag list. Several neighbours have made a point of saying how impressed they were by the way the team on site kept everything neat and tidy and minimised disruption during the period while the work was ongoing. We would happily recommend Renova to any potential clients.
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When what was to be a straightforward refurbishment of a third floor 1980’s apartment – new kitchen and bathrooms plus redecoration- planned with Renova came unstuck with the proposed shutdown of a communal heating system, a quick rethink was needed.
This did not faze the Renova team who were able to use their many resources to replan the works for a deep retrofit and installation of an individual air/water heat pump central heating system.
Renova’s thoughtful preplanning and teamwork ensured a streamlined complete refurbishment, bringing a 1980’s built apartment up to a 2020’s fit out and an A2 energy rating.
Hat’s off to all the Renova team, a pleasure to work with, with their calm can do attitude and attention to detail.”
We are absolutely thrilled with our newly renovated home and so happy we chose Renova to carry out the work. What initially attracted us to Renova was the fact that they offered a full design and build service with Renova being the single point of contact for the whole project from beginning to end, they delivered on this 100%. They made what was a huge undertaking not only stress free but actually an enjoyable experience. Aside from their process I found the other huge advantage of Renova is their brilliant team, everyone we dealt with was not only fantastic in their area of expertise but also incredibly professional and easy to work with. Sian understood exactly what we wanted from her first visit to our home and delivered on this with her design, she continued to advise and assist throughout the project. I found her experience and advice invaluable!
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On site Lorcan was a pleasure to deal with, we could not believe the dedication and attention to detail. Nothing was ever any trouble and everything was completed to the highest standard.
Our finished home is modern, practical, warm and beautiful and we couldn’t be happier with it.
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Hi John, Both Phil and myself would like to thank yourself, Alan and the entire team at Renova for all your help, patience, advice and attention to detail. You have certainly delivered on the promise of making our dream come true with a very cosy warm and beautiful home.
In 2021 when we realised our home needed some serious TLC we were quite reluctant to commence such a mammoth task. So we looked for a company who could undertake the work, stress and hassle out of process, while taking our wishes , needs and fears on board.
Through our research we found Renova whose 6 step process appeared to be just what we were looking for. It was all that and so much more.
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From start to finish Renova provided a deep retrofit experience with honesty, integrity and professionalism, within the agreed budget and on time.
We began our journey with an initial visit from John who scoped the project, discussed with us what we needed and talked us through the process . Once we agreed the budget (which is the hinge the whole process rotates on), the scope of the project along with a property survey, our journey began in earnest.
We were introduced to Sian next who visited our home to discuss our needs and expectations particularly around the end product. Up to now we had only really thought about electrics, windows, plumbing, insulation and all that would entail. Sian gently talked with us about what was possible and suddenly the world was our oyster and the options /possibilities open to us were exciting. Sian helped us see our home in a new light and we are so delighted with that. Thank you Sian.
We worked through the detail with Sian, Barbara and Paul over several design meetings who really tested each design feature with the help of Anthony and Wayne, to ensure it would work for us making it so much easier for us to make decisions and move on to the next part. Their attention to detail and constructive ideas matched to our needs was extremely impressive and assured us that we were indeed doing the right thing. This continued throughout the entire process even when we asked for add ons and added to their workload they responded with great solutions and managed to get it done, with a smile and it’s no problem at all. Thank you all.
Paul’s oversight of the project ensured continuous communication and he always responded when we called. He helped us get through the times when we questioned our decisions, met our challenges and made sure we were always happy with the results. Thank you Paul.
After deciding and agreeing the design, material and our expectation the next phase came quickly. We were assigned a great site manager, Kevin was precise and skilful and was always striving to achieve the best of outcomes. His project management skills were excellent and his team worked constantly to ensure that neighbours weren’t inconvenienced or upset with the ongoing noise, deliveries and work that inevitably comes with a project like this. Ita an integral part of his team kept everything on track making sure every detail was taken care of to an extremely high standard. On site the team worked extremely hard, they arrived first thing every morning, worked hard throughout the day and cleared up at the end of each day. We were impressed with the thoroughness of their work, they did an excellent job and the communications on progress were very reassuring. All visitors to our home remark on the high standard of workmanship, painting, woodwork, plastering etc. Kevin, Ita and the team have completed a beautiful home for us. Thank you Kevin and Ita.
Inevitably, a few unforeseen issues and changes arose, however these were dealt with promptly and professionally and always in consultation with ourselves. We appreciated the good advice you gave us on a couple of decisions that we needed to make. As always you made exactly the right call.
We love, love, love our home, not only is it warm and cosy now it is also beautiful. The final outcome is much better than we imagined and our experience has been extremely positive from the initial meeting to the final hand over. The holistic, one stop shop, turnkey approach made the experience truly exciting and stress free. There were no cost surprises at all throughout the process because of the planning and detail phases which is an integral part of Renova and the team. Best of all, literally everyone we dealt with at Renova and who worked on our house was so friendly, enthusiastic, encouraging and helpful.
If you are thinking of commencing a retrofit renovation ,Renova is certainly our recommendation. They take pride in their work and will ensure a very positive outcome for you.
Jackie & Philip
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Huge thanks and appreciation to John, Paul, Sian, Barbara, Amanda, Barry and all the Renova team for the amazing job you’ve done on our house. We are so proud of our brand new home. Not only is it stylish and bright but also so warm and cosy throughout. We could never have undertaken a project of this scale without the guidance of the Renova team, the one-stop-shop approach, the thoughtful design advice and guidance, and the professional project management. The conscientious attention to detail of the on-site team from the moment they arrived was so reassuring. Unusually for a six-month construction project, our neighbours even commented on how thoughtfully our site manager, Barry, dealt with them. Renova thought of everything and checked in with us along the way to ensure that all the decisions were made on time.
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Having seen how well the pre-planning went, we were very confident that we were in great hands and bar any surprises there would be no delays in the projected completion date. The construction team did encounter one or two issues along the way but they worked with us to find solutions. As it turned out, the project was completed very much on schedule.
Also unusually for such a major redesign and retrofit, people presume we’re still working through a lengthy snag list. The truth is we struggle to think of anything. We highly recommend Renova.
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Hiring Renova to renovate our 1940’s home was one of the best decisions we ever made – every day we look around and find it hard to believe that this beautiful home is ours!
We bought our house in November 2019 knowing it would need renovating. The previous owners had extended it and converted the attic so we didn’t need more floor space but rather we needed an improved layout and a retrofit to make it a warm energy efficient house. We spoke to a number of architects but did not get much traction due to the fact that we were not looking for an extension. A friend of mine came across Renova on Instagram and suggested that they would be worth ringing. So I contacted John and it all began.
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Things moved slowly at first due to COVID but this gave us time to get to know our house. We realised just how cold it was during the first winter there and so improving the fabric of the house and installing a heat pump was a priority for us. From the moment we met John we knew that Renova’s way of working was right for us. Agreeing a budget takes centre stage of the process and everything flows from there. During the design process we were introduced to Sian, Barbara and Paul and from that point there was no going back for us. The design process involves workshops in the Renova offices where our floor pans were agreed, finishes decided on while all the time keeping a close eye on the budget impact. Sian, Barbara and Paul are professional. knowledgeable, very easy to get on with and full of brilliant ideas! Their calm and good natured way of working made the design process really enjoyable. Design features like the kitchen picture window, the wooden plinth liners and the sliding door work beautifully and are complemented on by almost everyone who visits our house.
When the build began we met Ger, our site manager, Sean and Gary. To say they were a pleasure to deal with is an understatement. Nothing seemed to phase Ger and he took everything in his stride while working at a phenomenal pace! His attention to detail was second to none. Ger and Paul rarely raised an issue with us without having a solution already thought out.
The build itself went to plan, which given the problems with supply chains in 2021 / 2022 was an amazing achievement. But that’s all down to meticulous planning. The build took eight months and we had numerous comments from neighbours on how professional and efficient the builders appeared to them. When they handed over our house to us in June it was like stepping into a brand new house. Which effectively it was given they stripped it right back in order to get everything right. We feel extremely lucky to have gone through such a major renovation with very little stress. We would recommend Renova to anyone considering a renovation – you and your house will be in the best hands!
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Having previously spoken to a couple of architects to get a feel for the potential size of the renovation job on our newly purchased house, we were recommended to get in touch with Renova. At the time, we were living aboard, so the fact that Renova would project-manage the whole process was very appealing to us. After initial discussions and subsequent trips to their Kilcoole warehouse, we were completely sold on their service offering; really impressed with their attention to detail as well as open and friendly approach. This was paramount for us and made the decision easy to agree for Renova to carry out the renovation and retrofit of our house.
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The assigned architect (Sian) was able to put our ideas onto paper and create a subtle yet pragmatic design which we just love. This included plans for future-proofing for additional members in the house in the years to come! Throughout the build, Barry and Richard were incredibly professional and welcoming to us when on site.
The Renova team provided a detailed breakdown of the associated costs on a room-by-room and task-by-task basis and gave us a specific timeline to completion. The granular detail allowed us to move budget around to cater for our needs. The difference in the overall cost was €5 and keys were handed over a day early!
An issue in relation to ESB was handled with dedication and care, resulting in a quick resolution.
Each member of the Renova team is a credit to the industry and their product is a fantastic service which I cannot rate highly enough.
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The project involved the conversion of an old damp cottage into a dry cosy liveable space with underfloor central heating using a heat exchanger, without spoiling the homely feeling of the original building.
We were introduced to John Martin by a mutual friend. John, Sian, Barbara, and Paul took us through the options, made helpful suggestions and listened carefully to our requirements.
The work took a little longer than expected because of the Covid lockdown. We are very happy with the finished result.
The Renova team was professional, efficient, knowledgeable, and helpful in pointing us towards different solutions to our needs. They were always pleasant to deal with.
The Renova team is superb. From the early conversations about what might be possible, to the final handover of our redesigned, bright and beautiful home, each member of the team was a pleasure to work with. Alan and John, Sian, Barry and Richard helped us shape our thoughts about how to bring about the change we wanted, and then brought it to life. They listened to us and added immense value to our design ideas. Big projects like this can be stressful, but it never felt that way with this team. They were solution-focused and quickly solved any issues that arose as the work progressed. We’re in a small cul-de-sac and managed to stay friends with our neighbours throughout the work – no small part due to the way Barry & Richard managed the project day to day. We recommend Renova to anyone we know considering renovation – they’re professional, talented and a pleasure to work with.
In February 2020, just before the pandemic, we received the keys to our new home. Needless to say, it was not an ideal time to buy a 1950s property in desperate need of being brought up to date. After speaking with architects who did not listen to what we really needed, we contacted Renova and met with John. John arrived quickly too our home and presented a detailed quote in a timely manner. Following that, we went to a couple of design meetings with Sian and Barbara. These discussions put our minds at ease even more, and it was wonderful to be able to make all of the decisions ahead of time before construction began on the house.
During the pandemic, Renova handled the project admirably and, with the exception of a few minor changes and adjustments that appeared reasonable at the time, we kept on budget.
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Any modifications that arose were always explicitly costed by Renova before we made a choice on whether or not to proceed. There was only one snag, which involved our roof, and it was immediately and without hesitation remedied.
Now that we’ve settled into our new home, we can confidently state that Renova provided an energy-efficient, elegant home for our family. Renova has a standout service delivery model. We have no reservations about endorsing Renova. Throughout the process, their advice was sound and they offered many helpful suggestions. Our new neighbours remarked on how pleasant Renova was to deal with. We know that without their experience and professionalism, we would not have been able to take on such a large renovation, for which we are very thankful.
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We cannot begin to say how happy we are with our experience with RENOVA. First and foremost, thank you! Really, from the bottom of our hearts. This is our dream home. We feel entirely blessed that not only do we have this gorgeous home, but the whole process from beginning to end was smooth, even though the project suffered some minor delays due to external factors arising from Covid-19.
The house has been in the family since the 1930s and we needed to bring it back to life. It has been a wonderful family home for many years, but we needed to inject some TLC.
When we were researching for this project, we wanted to find a partner who understood what we wanted to do, but also to share due care and attention to make it a home suitable for modern living. The one-stop shop approach from RENOVA was very appealing to us.
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From the initial discussions, RENOVA offered genuine assurances to us and understood our needs. A welcoming meeting with John, Siân, Paul, Barbara and Anthony was encouraging, as it showed us a sign of their genuine care towards the client. All the lads on site were always professional and courteous to us. The site managers either Fiachra or Richard were very responsive and answered any questions from us promptly. The finished version shows how talented the tradesmen are. Their craftwork has received many compliments from all our family and friends. The vision from the design to completeness has been fantastic when it all came together. Our space has been completely transformed and maximised to get the full potential from it. The attention to detail was thorough and the communication to us was well explained throughout the process.
We agreed the design, and colour schemes at the workshops which RENOVA facilitated, including visits to showrooms. This was coordinated with all the other partners, and they too made the process as easy as possible while maintaining the high standards that we experienced with the initial discussion with RENOVA.
RENOVA’s management of the project on our behalf was excellent which took away any stresses and worries. We would strongly recommend RENOVA to anyone looking to renovate their home. You will be 100% satisfied with your decision! Our final word is Amazing!
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We had a very pleasant experience hiring Renova to do the renovation work on our home. Their clear staged process and budgeting, as well as their excellent communication, took away a lot of the stress that is an unavoidable part of such a big and costly effort. All the team – John, Sian, Barbara, Paul and Barry – was a pleasure to work with. We had a general plan of what we wanted to achieve, which Renova were happy to fulfil, but their workshops were very helpful in deciding about all the many details (big and small) which otherwise we would have had to deal with all by ourselves. Sian and Barbara were very attentive to our needs, but at the same time came up with constructive ideas, design wise, which proved to fit perfectly in the overall result.
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We were very happy that the work was completed on schedule, not trivial considering that the project was carried out during the pandemic. The end result was beautiful, and more than matched what we were hoping to achieve. All that we agreed upon was implemented. There were a few minor issues that had to be rectified after we moved in, which their after sale service dealt with quickly and without any hassle. Overall we would highly recommend Renova for any home retrofit job.
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When we purchased our house we knew it needed a lot of work. It had been left unoccupied for over 2 years and the previous owners were heavy smokers, which basically meant the entire house had to be gutted. When we met John & Alan from RENOVA we were immediately struck by how professional and easy-going they were. They helped us plan our budget and the retrofit itself, and the design team were on hand (at the office or online) whenever we had a suggestion or worry. The whole process was extremely easy, and the professionalism extended to all members of their team, including the guys onsite. The project was completed on schedule without any hiccups and when we came to see the finished job it was like stepping into a brand new house, it was completely unrecognizable from what it had been. We couldn’t recommend RENOVA enough
We bought our lovely 1940s home in the Summer of 2018. It needed a lot of work to bring it up to modern standards. We heard about Renova through our architect, Michael Kelly, who had been hearing good things from his former colleague, Sian, who works there as their in-house architect . Michael suggested we go along and see what they were about, having heard positive things from Sian. I met first with John Martin, the charming, charismatic co-director of Renova in their office in Wicklow, to discuss our ideas for our new home ( the other director is the also lovely Alan Stevens). I came away from our meeting on top of the world. John makes it sound easy, straight forward. He offered something simple: they would do the work on our house on time and within budget. ‘No problem. It’s what we do.’
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The one slight obstacle we saw was that we had already consulted with Michael Kelly, our architect, who had invested some time and energy into our project and we were reluctant to let him go. To their credit Renova agreed to work with Michael in remodelling our home, instead of keeping it all in house, which is their preference. He designed and was very involved in overseeing the work, while they built it and fitted it out and project managed the whole thing.
We were assigned a wonderful foreman to our project. Lorcan and his team arrived punctually every morning to do their work. They left the site neat and tidy every evening. Their work was precise and skilful. We never once felt the frustration that we heard from so many of our friends who have renovated homes, about vacant sites, poor communication, messy workmanship, lapsed timelines. We always felt listened to. We always felt like they were all striving to finish the best house they could for us. The team, including project manager Paul , communicated with us regularly about progress ( or lack of progress) , decisions to be made at each step etc. Site visits were arranged regularly. The whole experience was very calm and actually very enjoyable.
We met early in the process with Karina, who was their in-house designer at the time. Karina was brilliant at what she does but always making us feel like we were steering the designs. Having a designer at hand to help was one of the real advantages of Renova for us. Her eye for colour and design helped us to create a finish in our home that we would have struggled to achieve on our own. The fact that she worked in tandem with the whole team made the process very seamless.
I recommend Renova to anyone renovating their home because they are truly committed to doing a good job. They have unbelievable standards of client care. And one of the best things about them is that every single one I met, from John and Alan at the helm, to Lorcan and the team on site, Paul overseeing everything and Sian and Karina on design, were committed and decent people, who are good at what they do and will genuinely be rooting for you to have a great experience in doing what can be a very stressful thing in your life.
Go and chat to John. See for yourself… Thanks guys.
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I hope you and all at RENOVA are doing well. I really do apologise for taking so long to get a testimonial written for you. But here goes anyway and I hope it serves.
To say that we are delighted with our new home is very much an understatement. The works that RENOVA carried out for us are incredible and life changing for our family. We are thrilled to have a beautifully designed and finished energy efficient home. John told us at our first meeting that everything would run smoothly and it would be stress free as they follow a detailed 6 stage process which he very adeptly walked us through. And he was only too right! It was a joy to see our works being carried out smoothly, seamlessly on time and in budget.
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From our first contact with RENOVA right through to the completion of all the works they have been exceptional. Our neighbours have also commented many times on how all the works were carried out in a very neat and tidy manner. It’s about a year and a half now since RENOVA handed us back our home after an extensive deep retrofit. RENOVA really do take all the stress and hardship out of building projects. This is mainly due to RENOVA’s meticulous planning and having everything agreed and ordered far in advance of it being fitted or needed. It’s a real pleasure to visit RENOVA’s Design Studio where it’s a delight to go through finishing options and meet more members of their team. You really get to see your house renovation take shape there. We love the way Siân carried out all the architectural design in a way that completely suited our needs. Siâns creative flair and attention to detail is a real trademark of everyone at RENOVA. Ger’s craftsmanship and site management skills really also deserve a mention. His standard of works and organisational skills are incredible. Paul who oversaw all the works was also a joy to work with. Covid didn’t even upset his plans any more than the exact amount of time all sites had to close down for. Once they could open again RENOVA were up and running again.
Your home without a doubt will be in safe hands with RENOVA. A big thanks to all at RENOVA especially John, Alan, Paul, Siân, Barbara, Ger, Brian and Wayne. We thoroughly recommend RENOVA to anyone that needs their home retrofitted and renovated.
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John, Paul and all of the Renova Team,
We cannot thank you enough for your hard work and dedication in extending and renovating our home.
From Sian and Barbara in the office to Joe and the lads on site, everyone in the team was a pleasure to deal with and always obliging.
The design, construction, renovation and decoration elements were so well thought through and efficiently managed with every element discussed and agreed in great time. Opportunities and issues (like covid!) were thoroughly discussed so there were never any surprises and the result is a lovely, warm and beautifully finished home.
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We are just so delighted with the outcome and would have no hesitation in using and recommending Renova to others in the future.
Thanks so much for everything.
Amanda & Mark
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We engaged RENOVA in May 2020 to modernise our kitchen, dining area and playroom. Our children were progressing towards their teenage years and we wanted a large open plan room which would make better use of the space we had. From the beginning the RENOVA team were incredibly professional, efficient and a pleasure to work with. Our project started at the end of June 2020 and completed within the 8 week deadline, this was even more impressive given that the construction industry had just come out of lockdown and suppliers were dealing with backlogs. Our new kitchen and living space is just beautiful! It’s warm and inviting with an extremely high spec finish and works so well for our family. I can’t compliment the entire RENOVA team highly enough, their professionalism, design knowledge and work ethic are second to none.
We bought our first house (built in the 1980s) with the idea of renovating it. We wanted to focus mainly on energy improvements (wall insulation, windows, doors, etc.), plus a full renovation of the en-suite and other cosmetic improvements.
We initially thought that our project was too small compared to RENOVA’s ‘deep retrofit’ specialty jobs, when we looked at their sample projects on their website. However, after our first meeting with John, we felt that there is no such thing as a ‘too small’ project for them. We felt very well looked after by the whole team: John, Barbara, Sian, Paul, Barry, Anthony, Yvonne; and we are sure there were many others working in the background as well.
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Their process made it very straightforward for us: we had a couple of initial meetings to define the scope and specifications of the renovations; this was followed by a cost estimate of the various part of the project. After some further refinement, we agreed on the works and they took it from there. Along the way, there were a couple of instances in which a few variations were made, either due to our request, or because some issue was discovered during the works. In every case, RENOVA presented clear cost estimates for us to make a decision.
Then COVID-19 hit…
Not only RENOVA was there with us all along, keeping us informed of the status of the project and being on top of the changing guidelines during the pandemic, but also they were ready to spring back into action once the restrictions on construction activity were lifted. With RENOVA, we always felt we were never alone during these troubling times.
We cannot imagine what would have happened, had we decided (as we originally thought) of managing the construction project ourselves. Not only RENOVA took care of every aspect of the agreed works and managed their own subcontractors, but they were flexible to accommodate and coordinate with other contractors that we hired ourselves for some specific jobs.
It’s been about 10 months since we moved in and we are very pleased that we chose RENOVA for the renovation of our first house. Many thanks for making this happen.
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We have greatly enjoyed partnering with Renova on achieving our dream home. Every highly skilled and professional member of the Renova team has been a pleasure to interact with. At every stage, they have gone above and beyond our expectations from design to implementation. They guided the process of our deep retrofit with thoughtful suggestions and professional advice throughout, without impinging on our personal goals for how we wanted our home to work for us. In addition to dealing directly with their own in-house team of experienced professionals, they recommended a selection of quality kitchen, bathroom and lighting suppliers, thereby ensuring we received great workmanship while giving us the flexibility to choose the personalities we wanted to work alongside.
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They saved us time and money by carefully coordinating each phase of the process so that we never had to follow up with individual contractors or see the house sit idle waiting for material, completing the process within our budget and weeks ahead of schedule. Overall, it has been a great experience and one we would strongly recommend to anyone interested in a home remodel they can really be proud of.
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Right from the outset we were blown away by the professionalism of the Renova Team. John walked us through the process, step by step, and worked out a clear and transparent pricing schedule. There was no ‘hard sell’; a genuine ‘what’s best for the customer’ ethos pervades this firm. After signing up we were introduced to Sian and Barbara from the design team who met us in our house, hosted various Zoom calls and facilitated a number of design workshops onsite in the Renova premises. Both provided insightful ideas and steered us through the entire design process. Where any issues, doubts or queries arose they were straight on it, putting us quickly at ease.
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The renovation process itself was wholly professional. Led by Paul and the Renova team, everything was completed in a calm and controlled manner. All we had to do was hand over the keys. We found the team to be extremely responsive to any queries we had, always willing to listen and offer advice. They were also quick to pivot when suggested changes arose, barely breaking stride. Our neighbours also commented on how unobtrusive the team were. The site was kept clean, with noise kept to a minimum where possible, and they were always mindful of not taking up too many parking spots in our cul de sac.
All in all, a relatively seamless process. We’re delighted with the results!
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We have just completed a major refurbishment on the old family home making it into our family home, and what an amazing transformation RENOVA have done.
From the initial meeting with John we knew we had made the right choice in choosing this company. Siân and Barbara made the whole design decision-making so easy and were very attentive to what we wanted, nothing was a bother to them.
The construction team under supervision of Paul and onsite supervisor Barry was such an easy and stress free process.
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When visiting the house during the work, Barry always took time to explain and show us the progress. Every one of the building team was always so polite and helpful anytime we were there. The team were extremely reliable and punctual everyday, something even the neighbours have remarked on!
The final outcome was way better than what we imagined and we are extremely happy to have transformed our home to such a high standard using such a highly professional company that is RENOVA. The whole process from the inital meeting right through to the final hand over was exemplary.
We would have no hesitation in recommending RENOVA to anyone thinking of getting work done.
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“After many years and much deliberation, we took the plunge and began our renovation with Renova.
We have never looked back. We love every aspect of our “new” home and are fond of saying – it’s a new joy every day.
Our renovation took place during the early stages of the pandemic – just to add to the drama – but this was no problem for such an able, capable and professional team
From our first dealings with John, to all of our studio meetings, planning and then design meetings for finishes, fixtures and finishes – it was a pleasure.
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Renovating doesn’t have to be stressful – you just need Renova – to smooth the ripples for you, even in a pandemic.
We moved back in – on time and on budget – quite the feat given the circumstances.
Everything was immaculate, and no stone is left unturned to meet our requirements – this is a first-class service.
In fact, the project was so well managed by them, that it was easy to enjoy, not many can say that, of a renovation.
John, Paul, Sian, Ger and the team at base – Barbara and Yvonne – all could not have been nicer to deal with, communication is the key here and it is faultless.
I almost miss them!
Take the stress out – have Renova in.”
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Everyone at Renova is friendly, genuine and customer focused. No request was too small or too big and everyone we worked with went out of their way to make the most out of the process for us. As renovation novices we were given great information, advice and help at each step and now are enjoying the benefits of a modern home that we love.
From initial proposal to design consultation, to handover, Renova’s attention to detail was immaculate. Everything was done to a very high standard, exceeding our expectations at each stage. Early on we realised that not only do Renova want to deliver highly-efficient, comfortable homes but also homes that are designed and styled to each customer.
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We can recommend Renova as being open, flexible and thorough in meeting all challenges, expected and unexpected. Reflecting on the process we wouldn’t hesitate again to put our full trust in Renova to do the right and rigorous thing. Given some of the challenges with our project we are thankful to have had them during our renovation.
From beginning to end and in addressing any snags that came up, Renova have been reliable, responsive and persistent in making sure we’ve been happy with the result. Renova have a very personable approach to delivering great quality renovations and we can’t recommend them highly enough.
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Our family home in Brittas Bay dated from the 1950’s and was now owned by 3 sisters and needed a complete modernisation to fit the needs of the 3 families.
Renova offered a full service from architectural and interior design to planning permission and construction and they delivered first class services in every area.
They took care of everything from the waste water treatment to the hard landscaping, incorporating the wishes of the 3 sisters.
The site management was second to none and the challenges of construction during the pandemic were systematically overcome and the project was completed in June.
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Now as we enjoy the wonderful home that Renova have built for us, we can see the benefits of design and cost control inputs from every part of the organisation.
They work as a unit with a common focus on customer satisfaction and we are delighted to be reaping the rewards.
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We decided that we needed to insulate our home to a good standard and address some layout issues. We had met John Martin at an Ideal Homes exhibition many years ago. We contacted a number of companies including Renova. The Renova 6 stage process appealed to us and it worked really well for us. At every stage of the process, we felt we had control and everyone we engaged with wanted us to have a lovely, comfortable home by the end of the project. Siân worked with us on our design requirements.
She spent time finding out what was not working with the layout of our home and what we wished for. She guided us to achieve a layout that works really well for us.
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Our workshops with Siân, Barbara and Paul allowed us to discuss our needs, likes and dislikes. As a result, we did lots of research and made well informed choices. Barbara made appointments with our kitchen and bathroom providers. At both appointments, the providers had been supplied with details of the spaces in advance so choosing our kitchen and bathroom fittings was made very easy with nothing left to chance. Any questions we had were dealt with promptly.
By the time work started on our home, we had made decisions on everything. We just had to sit back and let Kevin and his team do the work. Work was to be completed in 16 weeks. Unfortunately, the site was closed for six weeks because of COVID restrictions. However, as soon work recommenced Kevin ensured we were back in our home after 22 weeks. The fact that everything was decided on and ordered early in the process was a big advantage and Renova use Irish suppliers. We were informed of any issues that arose during the project and there was always advice available to arrive at a good solution. The site was very well managed by Kevin. To adhere to the social distancing guidelines, we kept our visits to the site to a minimum, but Kevin kept us up-to-date sending us pictures of all developments. We are now living in a comfortable, energy efficient home which meets our needs and looks really well. Thanks to the Renova team that helped us realise our dream.
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The primary reasons that we chose to work with Renova were their professionalism and industry knowledge, drafting a detailed timeline and budget, and providing us several references which allowed us to freely ask questions of their previous customers.
Once we agreed on the timeline, they showed up early that morning and immediately started work. The team working onsite were really great to work with and we could get updates at any time.
As in a lot of large projects, there were a couple of internal things that were found once the work commenced which Renova quickly advised us of and also provided a couple of options with updated pricing and timelines.
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We have heard of many stories from friends who had their own renovation projects which have run over time and budget, but we never had to deal with any of this with Renova.
At the end of the day we were able to move back into our house right on schedule, and the quality of work was impressive. Several months after moving in we noticed a couple of minor things which required a touch up and Renova promptly returned to fix them. We’re delighted we chose Renova and didn’t have to deal with a lot of the stress that others we know have had to deal with.
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Our house is a terraced house built in the late 1980s and has been rented for the last 20 years. Intending to return and make it our home, we required a complete refit and upgrade of windows, insulation, electricity and plumbing services, as well as a complete redesign of the interior to provide for greater flow of light and space. We also wanted a company which would provide one-stop shop project management from initial work to final product.
From the outset, when John carried out the initial survey the house, we felt confident we’d chosen the right company. Professional and business-like and clearly on top of his brief, he explained the 6-Stage Process the company follows to ensure the quality and consistency of their work.
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The detailed checklist used to provide the initial estimate was the central document used for all subsequent conversations at the company’s premises and this allowed for focused meetings to nail down the work and finish details at the company’s design studios. The initial budget estimate proved to be very close to the final agreed figure and with details of the payment stages clearly laid out and frequent updates of the ongoing costs, budget control was made very easy and straightforward.
Workshops at the company’s design studio with Siân and Barbara were very professional and enjoyable and their experience was invaluable. It’s a testimony to the preparation process that, by the time construction began, we had only minor involvement, other than to visit and see our old house transform, as well as agree minor aesthetic changes. Nothing was a problem, in fact everyone we dealt with at Renova approached each question in problem-solving mode, a great measure of their collective experience.
During the actual construction phase, we were given Paul’s, overall site manager, and Barry’s, site foreman, numbers and both were a pleasure to deal with. Always available to answer any queries, not once did they make us feel we’d asked a silly question and were always keen that we visit the site whenever we wished. Perhaps the best we can say about their professionalism is that several of our neighbours mentioned (unprompted) how hardworking, courteous and helpful Barry and his team were, always going out of their way to accommodate neighbour’s needs (this was pandemic time). zsaw
Aftercare has been as professional as every other aspect of the job and it’s noticeable that the subcontractors Renova use are every bit as diligent as the company itself.
In short, we can’t speak highly enough of the entire Renova ethos. What they say they’ll do, they’ll do and they do it very well. Should we ever need to, we’d use Renova again without hesitation and with complete trust. Great example of an Irish company doing top class work.
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“We are delighted with our choice of Renova for our deep retrofit project. We enjoyed our interaction with both your staff and all the professionals involved including both Carragh Paving and Murphy Sheanon Landscaping.
Your professionalism and attention to detail were impressive and we look forward to using your services again.”
Renova were a pleasure to deal with from beginning to end. They took all of the hassle out of the renovation process.
Everything on our project was dealt with efficiently and with flair. There is a sense that everyone in Renova takes pride in their work.
We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to anyone.
“I waited a year to write this testimonial. Renova promised a beautifully designed, energy efficient home and excellent after sales service. One year after they packed up their tools and sent in their meticulous cleaners I can unequivocally state that Renova delivered everything they promised, and more.
Our home works and looks exactly as they left it, and continues to delight. Our energy bills are really low.
Renova kept to the budget, kept to the schedule and kept their promise of a top quality, comfortable, efficient home, delivered without stress. Every single team member was professional, talented and a pleasure to deal with. We actually enjoyed the process of renovating our home and would use them again without hesitation.”
We have been very happy with the services that Renova have provided during our extensive renovation project. From the beginning the engagement has been very positive, with John leading through the initial process. The turnkey approach of Renova suited our circumstances well and we felt comfortable to hand the responsibility for the entire works to them. During the project, Alan and Sian took great care to take our objectives into account and gave us very considered professional advice. The team around Brendan on site was excellent – again, professional, maintaining a clean site and very helpful when it came to accommodating our wishes. We would call out Brendan’s ability to communicate with the neighbours and making sure disruptions were minimised where possible. In summary, we would be very happy to recommend Renova.
We approached Renova, having contracted to buy a period house which required renovation. We were impressed at their approach and methodology from the initial meeting. While we knew this was the house for us, we had some reservations in embarking on the project. Firstly, we found the prospect of engaging multiple construction professionals daunting. We wanted to get the project underway as soon as possible and we were concerned that engaging several professionals would result in delay. Secondly, having just purchased the house, we were keen to have visibility on the costs and to avoid cost overruns. Renova’s offering was attractive because we felt that it would give more visibility on timing and budget. In addition to that, Renova’s approach was business-like and they seemed to recognise that certainty and service were important to us.
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We were impressed that John was in a position to commit to having a crew onsite soon after we completed the sale. During the pre-construction stage, we had a number of design meetings at the Renova studio. Sian and the design team were on hand to lead these meetings but the advantage of the Renova approach was that if there was a QS or construction query, it could be dealt with there and then. Because Renova have multiple crews onsite at any time, they are up to speed with finishes and they are able to guide you in the right direction. They have samples of tiles, doors, flooring and window finishes which they find work well in the studio for clients to look at. This took a lot of leg work out of the process. The team is experienced and was very helpful in making recommendations as to what works well.
Kevin and his team went onsite in December 2018. Alan and Anthony were very good at communicating the project management plan and timings, so that there was no situation where a decision was left until the last moment. Kevin was an absolute pleasure to deal with and our neighbours were full of praise for the respectful and considerate way he managed the site. Kevin and his team approached the renovation in a meticulous way, really taking pride in every last detail and ensuring a really good finish. We cannot praise Kevin enough.
The project was completed on time, which really was so important to us. It also came in on budget and there were no nasty surprises on the cost front. We now live in a house that is almost 100 years old but which is as warm and comfortable as a new build. We really would not hesitate to recommend Renova to anyone embarking on a renovation project.
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“This was the second time that our family had dealt with Alan Stevens and on each occasion we have been impressed by his reliability, integrity and efficiency. On this particular occasion time was of the essence as I had a fixed date to move into my new home. RENOVA delivered on their promise and an old, cold, dark and dreary 100 year old cottage was transformed into my contemporary, cosy, bright and energy-efficient new home, and I moved in on the promised date. RENOVA’s wealth of knowledge and attention to detail helped to turn a potentially complicated event into an enjoyable and exciting experience. I’m delighted with the results and would highly recommend RENOVA.”
Renova was recommended to us by friends. It was an absolute pleasure doing business with this company. From our first meeting with John Martin, wrapped up in our artic cold holiday house, to the time of handover, by Alan Stevens, where we could be comfortably bare foot in our new home, we couldn’t be happier with the result. It was the quality of a show home, ready to move straight in.
We initially had worries as we were in Dublin and not on hand if anything needed checking but this was never a problem as communication was always second to none. This was due to the unique one stop shop, and one contractor to fulfil the project from beginning to end.
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They transformed our 70’s build holiday home of a BER G rating to a 21st century A3 rating and future proofed it for us. With added floor space and a vaulted roof they expanded our space beyond our visions, all the while within our budget.
Sian’s design expertise and working in our lifestyle and needs was second to none.
We highly commend them for their quality of work and after service too. Their staff were always professional and the site was meticulously maintained by foreman Barry.
We also love hearing our friends, neighbours and passer bys compliments on the fantastic job completed. Thanks to John, Alan, Sian, Barry and all the brilliant Renova Team.
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From the first time we met the guys from Renova we were very impressed with their professionalism. We were making a significant investment into a project and what we needed was someone who understood what we wanted to achieve and someone to be a partner rather than just a contractor.
I was impressed with the amount of time that Renova gave to the project even before we had officially engaged them. They helped organise the planning approvals, designed the necessary plans and proposals and spent a lot of time listening to us so that they understood the outcome we were aiming to achieve. This was before we had paid them a penny and probably took about six months before we were all happy with where the project was heading.
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Once we handed the house keys over to them we were very comfortable with how the project was managed and all issues were discussed as soon as they arose and any amendments or changes to the budget were always agreed at the earliest possible point.
Where they weren’t carrying out some of the work directly they always had a range of solutions that were available and offered to us so we could approve the use of subcontractors. Obviously they had to ensure that any sub contractors used were of a similar standard to Renova as ultimately responsibility for the project rested with them.
I am pleased to say that the end product was exactly as we had agreed although my wife was finding little bonus things that she hadn’t expected to see for a few weeks after we moved back in.
Finally the after care provided by Renova continues to be of the standard provided throughout the project.
If you are planning a project and you are willing to pay that little bit extra for peace of mind I strongly recommend that you speak to Renova. They may not be the cheapest but they are the best in their field.
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We engaged RENOVA to renovate an apartment that we had just purchased. They provided a super overall service from first contact to final handover.
We had a single point of contact for the duration of the job that was always reliable and available. We were based outside Dublin so were pleased that Renova managed a complete refit with us needing only one site visit during the entire process. They dealt with minor on-site problems independently without allowing them to cause delays.
All enquires and queries were dealt with in a timely and efficient manner including dealing with neighbours in a sensitive manner. RENOVA also handled all contacts with the management company.
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Their design studio proved to be a fantastic asset that made the selection of all the fittings and finishes so easy and hassle free.
There was full transparency on costs before the project began and the job finished on budget and on schedule, with no nasty surprises.
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We bought a house in the Tenters in Dublin, part of the Liberties. Built in 1922, it hadn’t been touched since then, with some small extension and some electricity added. Safe to say that the house needed complete overhaul and refurbishment. We had seen photo’s of a similar property brought back to life by Renova, so we contacted them.
From day 1, we experienced a professional and helpful approach which gave us great confidence. Estimates and costs developed and support for those to explain why something would cost what it did. Change requests were handled rapidly and costed, up or down depending on what we had changed. We really appreciated that there is a full team of professionals available to us – from design to pricing to interior design, execution and budget control.
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In the end, our house was completely rebuilt, literally stripped down to a shell and rebuilt. The result was superb and even more than we had expected it to be.
Everything came in on time, and while we made several last minute adjustments, nothing was ever too much or created hassle. When we moved in, the team arrived a day later, and went through the house looking for faults; the couple of minor issues found were scheduled and resolved quickly. As an example we had a problem with our heating system late Friday evening a couple weeks later (user driven!) and we sent an email describing the issue, asking for help – not expecting an answer there and then. 20 minutes later, the plumber called us and talked us through the issue, at 8pm on a Friday night.
Everyone in the Renova team is a consummate professional. They know their subject and area very well. They covered planning permission, gas connections, electrical and water connections. Superb advice, and always willing to look at alternatives and advise us. It was helpful to have a one stop shop of dedicated individuals to take us on this journey. We absolutely could not have done this on our own, and I would challenge anyone to meet the timing they achieved. People who live in the area have approached us many times complimenting the finished article, and we are very proud of our new home!
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RENOVA were responsive at the outset to our initial query to fully renovate a well-built 2 bedroomed apartment which had been well maintained but otherwise essentially untouched nor modernized over the 40 years since it was built. They provided a timely and detailed budget, and worked hand in hand with us, across the design and implementation of the refurbishment, adhering closely to the budget. When other alternatives were uncertain around resources and commencement dates, RENOVA demonstrated they could commit to a realistic start date, follow closely the programme milestones, and when the need arose to consider alternative options whether building work, heating or plumbing systems, or interiors – they were able to present us with sensible and cost effective options from which to choose without compromising the schedule.
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RENOVA may not at first assessment seem the cheapest option, but our experience was one of full value for our money, high quality design and workmanship, with transparent and accurate budgeting. We would recommend them to clients looking to complete a comprehensive apartment refurbishment and full turnkey solution with one contractor.
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From the moment we met John Martin we knew Renova were in a different league to other renovation companies or contractors. We had done renovations before to previous properties, but this one was on a whole other scale and we knew we needed a team that would make the project go as smoothly as possible. Apart from their great website, what initially attracted us to Renova was the one-stop-shop approach. Knowing that all works could be carried out under one contract made the project more manageable.
After the schedule of works and costs were finalised, contracts complete, Alan Stevens came to the project.
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As a designer I had every space thought out and designed, and therefore was particularly impressed with the amount of time that Alan and his team invested to ensure my high expectations were met. There were a lot of design meetings! From there we went on site, Gerard Kelly came on board as the site foreman and from day one I was completely confident in his work, his attention to detail is meticulous and he really thinks things through as to how they’re going to look and function when finished. Someone asked me during the build was it stressful, and I can honestly say that we didn’t find it stressful. That was due to the confidence we had in the Renova team. It wasn’t all plain sailing, as in most renovations or building works something will go wrong somewhere along the line. However, we were hugely impressed with how Renova dealt with the any issues that arose.
We are settling back into our lovely newly refurbished home, with a huge thanks to the all the hard work by everyone in Renova. We really appreciate the attention to detail and the willingness to go the extra mile to get the finished result that we wanted. We’d highly recommend Renova to anyone looking to transform their home.
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We decided to renovate our house and contacted 4 companies. Of the 4 RENOVA were the only ones we felt confident with. From speaking to friends and hearing horror stories I was always concerned with a renovation that you are you’re compromising on certain aspects, and things like budgets jumping up and timelines being extended. Everything was upfront and honest from costs to deadlines. RENOVA took and 1890’s cottage with a 1960’s extension and brought it up to date, making it a warm and comfortable home. Looking back after nearly 2 years living here, we’re still delighted with the work and would highly recommend John, Alan, Penny, Joe and everyone else that worked on the project.
Working with Alan and John was very easy. They guided us along the way after what we had thought would be a stressful journey. They didn’t impose their ideas of what they thought we should have but worked with us to develop our vision of what we wanted.
It was a pleasure to work with them and the renovation team who were completely professional at all times. We felt our 105 year old house was safe in their hands.
It turns out we were not wrong. I would recommend them without any hesitation.
When I decided to have my house renovated, Renova popped up in my Google Search. I was impressed with their website and arranged a meeting with John Martin. From the get-go, I knew I was in the right hands. The plans that John drew up were extremely detailed. His advice on what I needed and importantly what I didn’t need, was excellent.
The work done by Kevin and his team was superb. Their professionalism was second to none. My neighbours all commented on their courtesy and consideration towards them.
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I don’t know anything about interior design but that was not a problem as Penny did an amazing job for me. The photos speak for themselves.
The work was completed on time and on budget. Renova changed my drab, cold house into a modern, warm home. I recommend Renova to anyone considering a deep retrofit. You won’t be disappointed.
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We are absolutely delighted with the service RENOVA provided. They made the process easy from beginning to end and the quality of the work they produced is excellent. They maximised space and light while ensuring that the house was made energy efficient. RENOVA kept to our budget and were very friendly and professional to deal with throughout the process. Along with the end product, one of the things that we were most happy with was how issues were dealt with. Issues are obviously inevitable but they way in which RENOVA deals with them is to be commended. It should also be noted that their after service is also excellent.
We engaged Renova to modernise the ground floor of our home in Howth specifically the kitchen, dining and living areas at the rear of the house.
One of the main benefits in using Renova was having one central contact person for the entire project. Alan was so knowledgeable and helpful to us. He provided weekly progress updates as well as keeping us informed of any budget impacts. All of the Renova staff that worked on-site were courteous and considerate at all times.
We had a new baby due around the time of the completion date so we were concerned about any slippage to the timeline. We needn’t have worried.
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Renova delivered to the exact date promised and it was wonderful to bring our baby home to such a lovely new house!
Every aspect of the project was handled professionally and we would have no hesitation in recommending Renova. We now have a modern, warm and comfortable home.
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When you decide to renovate your home there is, inevitably, a degree of nervousness about the project – you generally only get one go at these type of jobs! There were also a lot of questions: have we put the right programme of works together? will we get value for money? what will the finish be like? what about all the decisions to be made? Not least – did we select the right company? The night before work began on our house, John Martin from Renova sent a email to us saying “Don’t worry – you are in good hands”. And so it proved to be.
The project was very much a collaborative effort between Renova and ourselves and from initial design, through the renovation/retrofit works, and finally on to completion and snagging, the whole project ran well.
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Our interactions with the various members of the team were always positive and were informed by their experience, expertise, a willingness to solve problems and courtesy. The all-in design, build and finish service is a very attractive proposition for home renovation. Renova deliver that service well and we are delighted with the finished product.
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“After many years of indecision and not without a great deal of trepidation we decided to remove an existing large corrugated iron shed/garage from the bottom of our small town garden and replace it with a small building which would serve as a studio for me to work from also incorporating a shed cum storage area. We first approached Murphy Austin architects who drew up a plan for a beautiful simple light filled building, which they brought to planning permission stage. When we started looking for builders the architects suggested approaching Renova.
They had worked with them on a previous project and felt that Renova’s formula of providing a one stop shop with a full team on board was a better and more efficient option to employing several independent contractors with all the headaches and time management issues that can entail for the client.
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It was good advice. From the outset we were impressed with Alan Stevens and John Martin. A budget was put in place and a payment plan from the beginning and everything was documented for us so that we knew exactly how much it would all cost. Alan would oversee the job and Lorcan Nolan was appointed as site manager. Lorcan was at all times approachable, reliable, courteous and careful, our neighbours loved him, he was very mindful of the disruption a building site can cause to those living around and kept a very close eye on the running of the site. Every evening everything was left clean and tidy, the common areas swept and clean and there was a great sense of order and professionalism to the job. A really beautiful building ensued which has made a huge difference to my working life. I can safely say we were sorry to see Renova go, they really minded us throughout and problem solved without drama or cost when issues arose.”
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“As we edge towards Winter, we really appreciate (as a family), what a wonderful improvement Renova’s quality workmanship has made to the comfort level of this seventy year old semi D in Dublin. It is eight months now since Renova transformed what was once an uninsulated draughty house into our cosy new A3-rated family home – and we are lovin it!
When I first came across Renova on a Google search for building renovators, I was very impressed by the photographic evidence on the Renova.ie website of the before, during and after stages of each Retrofit completed by the company.
I was also taken by the number of verifiable testimonials recommending Renova’s friendly team and the high quality of their workmanship.
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Having consulted with independent architects and builders about the possible complexities of the job and feeling frustrated and confused by the divergence of opinion and cost, it was refreshing to talk to a specialist retrofit company like Renova who could supply a tailored solution to our needs from their One-Stop-Shop.
After an initial meeting with John at the the house to be retrofitted, and our subsequent family meetings with Alan the Project Manager (John’s Business Partner) Sian, (Renova’s in-house Architect), and Gerard (our onsite Foreman), three things stood out to us about the Renova approach.
Firstly, they have a straight talking, can-do and personable approach to everything.
Secondly, the depth of the combined Renova Team knowledge-base, gained from previously successfully completed projects, is extensive.
Thirdly, the co-ordinated approach Renova brought to our Project’s Process, Scheduling and Execution meant that when we wanted to add items to the already agreed budget, there was a well oiled mechanism within their process to ensure everything was transparent and scheduled, and there were no surprises on costs or construction.
Sian’s proposal in particular for the new kitchen/living and separate utility room was an immediate hit with my wife, and exceeded her expectations with its combination of elegance and practicality.
What we learned from our retrofit journey is that each retrofit is a unique and complex job, and that having a company like Renova at the hub of the Architectural/Interior Design, Project Management and Construction Phases of the Project, de-stressed much of the building experience process for us the client family.
Renova are a wonderful team of skilled professionals who have helped breath new life into an old family home.
Thank you John, Alan, Sian, Gerard and all at Renova for such a lovely job.”
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“We are delighted with our modern, energy efficient and sleek new extension. Expecting our 2nd child we had a fixed timeline to be adhered to and Renova did not let us down. All staff were approachable, they attentively listened to our needs and whilst it may not seem very important, we appreciated their courteous approach with our neighbours who commented on how tidy, polite and efficient Renova were.
We had a few special requests e.g. to build a fireplace, a functional utility room and a special layout of a bathroom to be changed in a few years (out with the baby changing station in with a shower), which was not a problem.
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Whilst delighted with their work the true differentiator for us is their customer service. We had a few minor issues and even up until recently (1.5 years later) it has never been a problem to arrange for our head builder to pop around and help fix.
We would happily recommend Renova to others.”
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“We are very happy with the quality of the work done by Renova who refurbished our apartment. We received detailed estimates, they oversaw the work and it was completed within the timeframe outlined and within budget. John and Alan were available at all times for consultation and advice. Penny’s expertise and advice on fittings and colour schemes was excellent. The work done by the team is of a very high standard. We are now living in a very comfortable, well insulated and well designed space. We felt we were in the hands of professionals who oversaw every aspect of the refurbishment and a foreman and employees who carried out the work to a high standard. We have no hesitation in recommending Renova to others.”
“From the moment we contacted Renova and had our initial consultation with John the level professionalism shown was outstanding. It was clear that this was the right decision, an otherwise daunting and stressful undertaking was made easy and enjoyable by the whole RENOVA team.
Respectful, quiet and tidy is not normally words associated with a renovation site but it was these qualities exhibited by the Renova team carrying out the work on our home which was commented on by all our new neighbours at the time. Neither of us had the time with our busy schedules to project manage numerous contractors to complete such a big renovation and refurbishment.
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This is where Renova stepped in to their own and project managed everything from the initial full strip out of the house to the completion and handing back the keys to our lovely home. They turned a tired 1970’s house that was in dire need of some love and attention to a warm and energy efficient home.
Renova delivered on everything they promised and have an excellent after sales service. With John and Alan at the helm, time management and budget constraints where all adhered to. They were both on hand, along with site manager at all times during the renovation to discuss any details. If any issues arose, they were communicated to us straight away and solutions were found whether changes to a technical specification or design. John and Alan were always on top of things and always very honest with any suggestions or amendments that cropped up.
The design phase went very smoothly, thanks to Penny assisting us with every detail, she was unbelievably helpful and patient. Penny has an incredible eye for details and works tirelessly to ensure the client is happy with the finish.
We were thrilled with the high-quality finish and high standard of refurbishments which exceeded our expectations. We would highly recommend the RENOVA team and would certainly use them for any future work we require to be done on our home!!”
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“Renova provided detailed advice at the concept stage of the project.
Completed the design to the agreed scope, and made a successful planning application to the local authority.
Provided interior design advice over several meetings, and were very understanding of my changes of mind.
Included the complete project in their scope of work, including electrical, plumbing, kitchen, and decoration.
This was a great relief as there was no requirement for me to engage or coordinate other contractors. (except garden-patio)
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Carried out the construction and renovation to the promised time line, not withstanding several additional items (including additional front porch and living room to kitchen double doorway).
Keeping the schedule was very helpful as I needed to coordinate my visits overseas with the schedule.
Were very responsive to the few minor issues arising after the handover.
Responded quickly to clarify and comply with comments made in the SEAI Compliance Audit.
Provided additional on site guidance on the operation of the heating system when requested several months after handover.”
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“For a few years, we had thought of renovating our house in Malahide with a view to achieving a few specific goals. One of our main aims was to open up the front hallway by removing a downstairs toilet and introduce more light into our very dark kitchen which faces due North. We also wanted to create more space in our kitchen / dining area by removing a solid wall connecting to an existing garage extension to the rear of the house and to make better use of the garage itself.
We visited the Ideal Homes exhibition in Autumn 2016, and were pleased to meet John Martin and his Renova team. It was clear to us from the start that Renova had the personnel and expertise to undertake the type of renovations we were looking for.
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Whereas, many firms of Architects and builders that we met at the exhibition specialised in major building works and extensions, it appeared to us that Renova (as their name suggests) seemed to concentrate on renovation and insulation of existing homes with a view to making better functional use of existing space and making homes brighter, warmer and more energy efficient. In this regard, it was clear from the start that Renova were a perfect fit to fulfil our specific needs.
We arranged to meet John in our home in Malahide in January 2017, and explained our specific needs. He listened carefully to our requirements, and made a number of very helpful and practical suggestions at this first meeting. He explained how Renova operated as a company and the different stages of planning prior to the commencement of work on the house. Within days of this initial meeting, John provided a very detailed estimate of the cost and a definite timescale for the works. As early as this initial meeting, it was clear to us that we were dealing with a highly professional company with detailed experience in all aspects of home renovation – and hence we had no hesitation in signing a contract with Renova to undertake the work.
For us, a key advantage of working with Renova on this project, was their expertise in all aspects of interior design and layout. From our early meetings with Penny to our final meeting with Stephen (just prior to the commencement of works in May 2017) , all aspects of layout and interior design were discussed in detail. These discussions were not just about what style of new kitchen and bathroom we would like – it went down to minute details of types of door handles, internal doors and paint colour e.t.c. As it was often quite difficult for us to visualise these aspects (prior to seeing them in-situ), we really appreciated the ideas and helpful suggestions of the Renova team, most of which are now incorporated into our transformed home.
Our initial confidence in Renova was very much reinforced when we met with Robert and his team in the first few days of the work. Robert was so accommodating and had such a pleasant manner that he put our minds at ease straight away. Brian, who took over subsequently when Robert was on leave, was equally professional and accommodating in his approach. From the start, we knew we had no need to supervise the works, and only required the occasional visit to say hello, admire the workmanship of the team and discuss some minor decisions that had to be made along the way. We very much appreciate that Robert took the time to talk to our neighbours before commencing the work to explain what was to happen. All our neighbours subsequently attested to the professionalism and consideration shown by the Renova team throughout the three months of the works.
Early on in the project, John wrote to advise us to expand the scope of the project to include a total replacement of the existing heating system – as the current system used gun barrel piping that was old and would leak in time. Now that we are enjoying our cosy, and hugely more heat efficient home, we are so glad that we followed John’s recommendation. The additional work did not add significantly to the overall cost of the project and represented really good value for money.
When we moved back into our newly renovated home, we were truly gobsmacked by the transformation that had taken place in terms of extra light, space, functionality and the overall look and feel of the finished product. We were also struck by the quality of the finish and workmanship throughout. This quality of finish was due entirely to the expertise and specialist skills of the team employed by Renova – including their plasterer, plumber, electrician, and painter. There were also a number of pleasant surprises where Renova had gone beyond the initial specification to ensure the overall look and feel of the place was of the highest quality. To say that Renova had exceeded our expectations is a significant understatement. All of our neighbours and friends who have called to see the finished product have had the same jaw-dropping reaction when seeing the finished product for the first time.
When we had settled back into our newly renovated home, Alan paid us a visit to survey the final product for himself and go through our snag list. We were highly impressed that he not only made sure that all items on the snag list were speedily attended to, but he also readily acceded to our request for one or two final changes to the initial specification that we felt would improve the overall look of our newly renovated home. Alan also made it clear that we should have no hesitation in contacting Revova at any time should any issues subsequently arise – now that really is after sales service with a smile!
Overall we are thrilled with the transformation to our home in Malahide. As we sit having breakfast in our lovely new, spacious and bright dining room, we almost feel as if we are in our back garden. This is courtesy of the huge new back window that makes our back garden an integral part of our new dining room – a design feature entirely conceived and implemented by Renova.
The renovation of our home in Malahide was a very positive experience for us, and this is due to the highly skilled and professional staff at Renova, their accommodating nature and their overall attitude to their work and the people they deal with. We have no hesitation in recommending them highly for any renovation work of a similar nature.”
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“Our decision to downsize in 2017 meant that our investment apartment had to be totally remodelled. It had been a rented property for twenty years.
We chanced upon Renova on the internet followed by a meeting at an Exhibition at the RDS and were impressed by their approach. Their understanding of our requirements and their thoroughness in costing the complete project were the initial reasons we decided to proceed with them.
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The clear communication throughout with the in house design team made our project much easier to manage. Their sensitivity to the issues involved in an apartment complex was much appreciated by our new neighbours. These issues included noise, construction workers moving through common areas, delivery vehicles amongst others. Our project finished on time, on budget and on good terms. We would recommend Renova 100%.”
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RENOVA’s main asset is its friendly and helpful staff, a super team.
The design team gave us some great ideas that we would not have thought of ourselves.
The site was always kept clean and tidy and the finished home was better than we expected.
The job was completed on time and within budget.
“Sitting in our nice cosy A3 BER rated house on a chilly day in January it’s very easy to see the value of the works that Renova did for us. This time last year this house was a drafty E2 that was either too hot for me or too cold for my wife. Now a consistent temperature between 19-21°C is the 24 hour climate, thanks to excellent insulation, underfloor heating and an air source heat pump.
What attracted us to Renova after our own extensive research into insulation and energy efficiency was the comprehensive package that their retrofitting company provides. John and Alan have successfully combined their professional training with their considerable experience into a specialist service that goes far beyond the bricks and mortar.
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The fact that Renova has its own dedicated team of experienced and talented tradesmen was also a considerable factor in our choice. Knowing the work is to be carried out by a dependable and reliable team provides a guarantee of quality workmanship that is not available when sub-contractors are relied on. It also ensures that a tight timetable and accurate cost analysis can be realistic expectations.
John and Alan were able to analyse what each insulation measure would bring to the overall improvements and could fully explain the folly of any half-baked attempts. It became clear as we discussed the works to be done and got to the quotation from John that Renova was just the professional outfit we needed. Renova promised when the works were done that we would be walking into a show house. There would be a timetabled process where we chose bathrooms, kitchens, doors, windows, lighting etc. with the guidance of the interior designer, Penny.
Knowing we were dealing with such a professional team freed us up to consider some reorganising of the interior of our home; initially it was just to be a deep retrofit insulation. In the end, and thanks to the considerable patience of John and Alan, we have ended up where every room in our “new” house has benefitted from the Renova touch.
We were particularly keen on getting as environmentally friendly a heating system as possible and Stephen was just the man to guide us here with a wealth of knowledge and experience in the area.
And as promised we did effectively walk into a show house that just happened to be in the exact location we had left 5 months previously. The pride in the work as the foreman Kevin showed us around was palpable, with extra touches everywhere that we had not specified (or thought of really).
Again when Alan came for the snag list, his sense of pride in what really was a fantastic effort was very evident and there was no attempt at all to dismiss any of our very minor snags. We had a good chat with Alan this day and again could get a feel for how John and Alan complement each other so well.
We can highly recommend Renova and their work to anyone thinking of the daunting task of major renovation. All during the process they provided solutions rather than problems and once the works began we left them at it, not visiting again until 2 weeks before we moved back. You don’t have to “keep an eye” on their work. Neighbours all complimented the workers and how they marshalled the site with very little disruption. They couldn’t get over the fact that even the grass was mowed during the renovation.
If you want the best job done, headache free, then Renova is your bespoke solution.”
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“Following our house purchase we recently completely a fairly large upgrade/refurbishment to our house. The property was in need of modernising and having previously lived in a number of cold, drafty homes we were very keen to undertake a deep retro to include insulation, heating and plumbing upgrade and fit out albeit within our budget. We have a young family and busy work lives and had never really undertaken a project like this before.
We looked around at a number of builders/contractors including some who were recommended to us by family/friends. I also came across Renova by chance following an internet search. I liked what I initially saw on their website but I did not know anyone who had dealt with them before.
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In any event from our first meeting with John Martin it was clear they were a very professional and thorough in their dealings with us and got involved 100% in the project from the first contact. In our first meeting we gave him an idea of what we wanted to do and our budget for the project. I was very impressed initially when John agreed to attend at the property on a number of occasions and subsequently provided us with a detailed cost estimate and recommendations of works to be undertaken in line with our budget. We also met him at the property a number of times which further assisted us greatly in making decisions around what we would do with the property. To be honest while we dealt with other builders and got quotes from them the decision to go with Renova was relatively easy in the end. They were by far the most professional, helpful and had a full team of experts available and ready to be involved within their company. When the project started we were introduced to the site foreman who was a complete star and really excellent point of contact for us the whole way through the project. He was easy to deal with, very interested in his work and went out of his way to accommodate any of our requests or meetings with him. He kept a clean and immaculate site at all times and even went around to the neighbours before starting the heavy building works to introduce himself and let them know what was going on. This made it very easy to us when we eventually moved in and we have very grateful and thankful neighbours now! The project was completed on time and within budget. The help and assistance we got all the through in design, lay out and upgrade of works was really impressive. In summary and looking back overall we found Renova excellent to deal with, very professional in their work and the finished product is better than anything we could have expected. I would highly recommend them.”
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“I met John Martin at an Ideal Homes exhibition in 2015. At the time we were looking to renovate an old apartment in order to sell it on. Renova changed the layout, put in a new heating system, kitchen, bathrooms, flooring and complete redecoration. The work was completed on time and on budget.
We were so impressed with Renova that when we were contemplating moving ourselves, we asked John to view the apartment with us. He gave us confidence that we would be able to make a very dated space into the home we wanted. The apartment was gutted and the space rearranged. Extra insulation and a new heating system was added. A new kitchen, bathrooms, wardrobes and fitted storage was added. New floors were laid, and the place was completely redecorated.
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Renova’s experience added greatly to the design of our apartment and we are very grateful for their persistence in making sure some of our ideas could be achieved.
This was not an easy build. All rubble, equipment and new supplies had to be carried up and down three flights of stairs. We found everyone on the build professional, thoughtful and good humoured throughout.
We are now well settled in our ‘new home’, and every time we turn the key in the door we know we made the right decision in moving and engaging Renova.”
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“Given our so very positive experience with RENOVA, we now wonder why we ever dreaded undertaking a significant renovation of our house.
We undertook a major internal renovation downstairs in a regular 4-bedroom semi-detached house as well as installing a combination of internal and external insulation. We took the opportunity to upgrade our heating, electrics and windows and then simply did a house-wide redecoration.
Before committing to RENOVA we were impressed by the professional showrooms and the very informative meeting with John Martin.
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It was obvious that John knew the ins and outs of each aspect of the job and immediately a debate of the pros and cons of each option helped us to clarify what would best meet our needs. To leave that meeting with a very good ball park of anticipated line-by-line costs was refreshing. Our final bill was not far off that initial estimate.
Clarity of costs at every step of the process made decision-making much easier. Our house had a few hidden surprises for RENOVA and subsequent decisions had to be made. The pros and costs of each option was always outlined and always included any cost implications.
Once work commenced the professional approach onsite was impressive; the way the site was set up, liaison with neighbours and regular meetings and briefings were the order of the day. It was such a relief not to have to think ahead and seek out various trades at the right time. The package of skills within RENOVA meant that every single piece of work was completed to perfection. Alan rivalled our own penchant for perfection in finish and maybe even surpassed us. Some time afterwards some minor items needed addressing; these were addressed in a timely manner as part of the aftercare. This resulted in an end product that was second to none.
The motivation of all of those working for and associated with RENOVA was most pleasing. Everyone turned up when they said they would. If there was ever any doubt about anything a call was made. As clients we only received courtesy and full inclusion at all times. RENOVA’s greatest assets are its people and the way that they organise and structure their approach to a project.
Agreeing to have RENOVA undertake this work has been one of the best decisions we have ever made. If we ever needed work done in the future we would not waste time looking elsewhere but would return to RENOVA every time.”
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Renova demonstrated their efficiency immediately after our initial request for information: they swiftly arranged to meet us at the apartment we wanted to renovate in order to better understand our requirements, and shortly afterwards they provided a proposed scope of work, high-level costing, and timeline (which later on proved to have been very realistic). This good first impression remained consistent up to the full completion of the project, and all their team members we interacted with were very responsive and helpful.
Besides our positive first impression, we chose them for their fully integrated model whereby they are taking ownership of every aspect of a home renovation project.
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They perfectly delivered the benefits we expected from that model: work was completed as per the agreed budget, on schedule, with good and consistent quality standards, and with as little stress and burden for us as possible. Our only communication line was with Renova, and their team was fully in charge and accountable for planning the work, procuring the materials, and managing the various tradesmen involved in the delivery of the project.
We are very pleased with the final result both from the points of view of aesthetics and quality of workmanship, and we have no reservation in recommending Renova.
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“We talked about renovating our house for years and in particular opening up the dark kitchen to introduce light and to enjoy the views of the back garden. After talking to several architects we had concerns about the escalating budget estimates. A friend of ours, who had just had a major renovation project completed by Renova, recommended that we talk to them.
From the outset we realised that Renova fitted our requirements exactly. There was a professional approach to the project from start to finish. We had several meetings with John to discuss our requirements. He listened to our wish-list and his advice was practical and appropriate.
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We agreed an itemised budget estimate (including a contingency figure) and a date for starting and completing the work. We met Paddy, the foreman, in advance and he kept in contact over the duration of the work. As a courtesy he also called to our neighbours to introduce himself and to allay any concerns about disruption during the course of the project.
From our perspective the project was stress free. Renova scheduled all the different tradesmen. The quality of work was superb. Paddy is a master carpenter and he did a wonderful job matching architraves and skirting boards to the original Victorian surrounds. Penny, the interior consultant, advised us about design details, materials and costs. Fiachra did an amazing job incorporating some of the old bricks into a feature wall as a backdrop for the stove. Alan was very helpful advising us on details such as sockets and power-points when the space was a shell and it was difficult to visualise the final layout. Throughout the course of the project we asked for additions to the original contract such as new high output radiators. Nothing was a problem. The work started and finished on time and within budget. All in all, the project was a very positive experience, due mainly to the attitude, professionalism and skills of the Renova staff.
Now that we have moved back to the house we are thrilled with the transformation. Unfortunately the rest of the house could benefit from the Renova touch. If we decide to give a facelift to the rest of the house we won’t look any further than Renova.”
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“The foundation to the success of our project was due to the time, knowledge, common sense and patience provided by John in reference to our proposal.
Our ideas were very carefully considered, discussed and where possible were improved. As we moved through the proposal, John prepared a detailed specification, which was costed and frequently updated so we knew exactly the likely financial outcome at all times.
Then having decided on the final proposal, Alan took over. When the building started he had everything set up for the works to proceed, which they did without hindrance from the word “go”.
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Any suggestions that we had during the course of the works were positively discussed and where possible were acted upon and implemented without further discussion or reminder from us.
Throughout we were very impressed by the standard of workmanship, the organisation and management of the works, the respect for our property and for our neighbours.
Our visits were on a “needs be” bases because we had complete confidence in the RENOVA team and this is still our view today having lived in the renovated house for the past few months.
The rest of the back room staff in RENOVA were equally supportive and are totally up to date on furnishings, materials, suppliers and costings etc. This saved leg work and improved on value.
RENOVA’s work practices are, in our view, the best approach to a building project. Very efficient and very easy to understand. Add to this their building expertise and you can safely conclude that the end result will be to your complete satisfaction, as it was in our case.”
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We moved to the US in 2000 and rented out our family home in Dublin. In 2016 we started to think about returning to Dublin and the work that our old home needed to accommodate our needs. We were living as Ex-pats in Germany and would not be in Dublin to “project manage” or supervise any part of the build. We decided to use RENOVA to completely renovate and extend our home. On meeting John Martin and Alan Stevens, we knew we were in safe hands.
Their expertise would have our home warm and dry on completion. On visits home we were impressed by their team of RENOVA skilled workforce, their timeliness on the build, the cleanliness of the site and most of all by their attention to detail and after care at the end of the job. We would highly recommend RENOVA.
“Understanding this was a very personal undertaking of a much loved family home (since 1922) and we needed to make sure we got it right first time and to a high standard ….which Renova delivered above and beyond.
Renova gave us peace of mind for an A to Z renovation especially as we don’t live in Ireland.
Fantastic input and advice from initial meeting on site to being handed the keys.
Working closely with us to change or amend all our “wish list” as well as advising that some things don’t work.
Clearly laid out budget and cost options.
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Having one point of contact during the renovation work.
Special mention for site manager Kevin who went above and beyond.
The expertise of Penny who really did an excellent job of design within our budget as well as getting the house to fit our dream which she did magnificently
Constantly come up with clever and innovate ideas.”
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“We stumbled across RENOVA at a time when we were disillusioned by other firms who wanted a large initial outlay for assessment, design and planning. Given that we both work full time, the last thing we wanted to do was project manage a big renovation. All the decisions were made in a few meetings with John, Alan and Penny and we then let RENOVA get on with it. The all inclusive product RENOVA offer and the one point of contact are invaluable.
Unlike friends who spent all their time during a renovation chasing contractors, RENOVA took it out of our hands and did all the chasing, even when we had organised an extra piece of work in the garden which was not in their remit.
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RENOVA completely transformed a badly laid out and neglected house into a warm and comfortable home and they did it on time and in budget. When they say 8 weeks turnaround, they mean it. All of the team are professional, friendly and nothing is too much trouble both during the works and afterwards.
The best thing we could say about RENOVA is if we were lucky enough to renovate another house again, John and Alan would be the first people we would call.”
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“This was the second time that our family had dealt with Alan Stevens and on each occasion we have been impressed by his reliability, integrity and efficiency. On this particular occasion, time was of the essence as I had a fixed date to move into my new home. RENOVA delivered on their promise and an old, cold, dark and dreary 100 year old cottage was transformed into my contemporary, cosy, bright and energy-efficient new home, and I moved in on the promised date. RENOVA’s wealth of knowledge and attention-to-detail helped to turn a potentially complicated event into an enjoyable and exciting experience. I’m delighted with the results and would highly recommend RENOVA.”
“We were extremely busy during the time of the renovation and would not have had enough time to manage different contractors. We came across RENOVA while looking for contractors on the internet and contacted John and booked some time to go over the details of the house.
In the first meeting John went over some of the previous jobs that they’d done and explained the whole process from start to finish. We had a very good feeling about it and decided to proceed. So we got quotes and worked out what we needed and did not need, and pressed the button.
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The design phase then began and went quite smoothly, special thanks to Penny for assisting us with every single detail from bathroom fittings to the colour of the walls. It was unbelievably helpful. We had a few hiccups during the construction phase due to the bad condition of the house, but Alan and John were always on top of things and we overcame these fairly easily. I remember that I was only able to visit the place on weekends during construction. Every time I was so surprised by how much it’d progressed in a single week. Another thing that caught my attention was how clean the place was during construction, it didn’t even look like a building site.
The house was handed to us a week before schedule and in supreme condition. RENOVA’s expertise and professionalism made the renovation stress-free and the end result exceeded our expectations. I would not hesitate to engage RENOVA again, or to recommend them to others.”
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“Respect, quiet, gentle and tidy are not the words generally associated with renovations. Yet these are the qualities that team RENOVA applied throughout the retrofit of our 1920’s house.
Honesty, time management and budget adherence are other attributes that were brought to the table in addition to keen design ideas to suit our precise needs.
Our brief to RENOVA was to reduce the heating loss downstairs.
A deep retrofit of 3 rooms on the ground floor was recommended.
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Walls, floors and ceilings were taken out and rebuilt. All carpentry work was bespoke and beautifully finished. Electrical and plumbing sub contractors were very efficient. Painting inside and out was clean and tidy. Above all, time keeping was excellent. When we visited, we noticed that our house was cleaned up at the end of each working day which was very reassuring.
We now have a home that is warm.
The job was completed to a higher standard than anticipated by a dedicated team of likeable people.
I would highly recommend RENOVA, they have renewed our home”
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“RENOVA helped me to transform the ground floor of my home from a draughty, dark, badly laid out space into a bright, warm, comfortable living space. Having explored other options, I chose to work with RENOVA because they project manage the whole home renovation from start to finish. From my first meeting with RENOVA to the completion of the work, I worked with the same person throughout – John.
Having one point of contact made the whole process stress-free. Unforeseeable structural issues arose during the work and I was impressed with the efficient, cost-effective manner in which John and his team managed to find a solution. I was very happy with the lads that worked on the project.
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They were more than willing to answer any questions and explain the stages of work when I visited the site.
My home renovation started on the agreed date and was finished on time. Allowing for adjustment for the unforeseeable structural issues, the project stayed very close the the agreed budget.
The attention to detail, professionalism and courtesy that I experienced in my dealings with John and all the trades personnel that worked on my home leaves me with no hesitation in recommending RENOVA, or working with them again in the future should I be in a position to do so.”
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“John and Alan transformed my drab, dated house into a modern, bright, high-spec home, all within budget and on time. From the first, exploratory meeting right through to the completion of the project, the team at RENOVA were terrific to deal with. Their enthusiasm and positive approach made the home renovation a wholly enjoyable experience.
John and Alan oversaw all aspects of the job, big and small, superbly well. They efficiently managed and coordinated the multiple tradesmen and subcontractors on the project, from structural engineering through to decoration.
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Their expertise and professionalism made the entire home renovation stress-free and the finished product exceeded my expectations on every front. I would not hesitate to engage RENOVA again, or to recommend them to others.”
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“After noticing the sign for RENOVA locally, we called in to their showroom and were impressed with their setup and how knowledgeable and professional they came across. After thorough negotiations with John Martin on the cost plan for our home renovation project, we were pleased to go ahead and were impressed with the detailed breakdown of every little cost involved in the project, which made it so easy to track during the course of the home renovation, and meant that there were no hidden costs emerging during it!
Alan Stevens managed the project from start to finish and was an absolute pleasure to work with.
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Our confidence in Alan and John’s management of the home renovation just grew more and more as the project progressed due to their constant communication, professionalism and their obliging attitude. If any issues were raised, nothing was too much trouble. They are very much focused on keeping the client happy!
Every member of the team who worked on site, from the foremen/builders, – (Manus, John and Joe to name a few) to the plumber John, were all very professional and courteous and a pleasure to deal with. The site was securely managed and kept extremely tidy the entire time. The whole project was completed on schedule and we are thrilled with the high quality finish and high standard of insulation. We have ended up with an amazing space that the whole family is thoroughly enjoying! Their aftercare service is excellent too!
We would not hesitate in highly recommending the RENOVA team and will certainly be using them again for any future work we require to be done on our home!”
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“We were basically happy with our house and wanted the same house, but just a bit warmer, and with a new-look bathroom and W.C.
Last summer over a 6 week period, RENOVA got to work. They internally insulated a large east-facing wall, two bedrooms, the bathroom and all the floorboards in between. They replaced our 25 year-old radiators with new high-efficiency ones, gave us a gorgeous new bathroom, a new cloakroom and did a few miscellaneous jobs while they were at it, including fixing a troublesome leak in the roof.
We were very impressed with both the work and the RENOVA style.
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There were no trips to industrial estates on the M50 in order to choose tiles or paints. Instead we gave them a rough outline of what we wanted, went to their showroom in Kilmacanogue, and, and over a cup of coffee, made all the decisions.
We were also extremely impressed by the high quality work of all the RENOVA workers. “Ah, sure it’ll do”, is not part of the RENOVA vocabulary. In addition they were, without exception, courteous and considerate. We can genuinely say that the 6 weeks it took to complete the home renovation work were stress-free ones.
Alan’s perfectionist eye meant that we had a minimal snag-list at the end, which was attended to without delay. With John in the background, there were no budget over-runs. We have now ended up with exactly what we wanted – an even nicer, toasty house.
We would have no hesitation in recommending RENOVA to others.”
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RENOVA came highly recommended by family members who had worked with Alan Stevens in recent years. We provided RENOVA with a very simple brief, which was to make our home more comfortable. From day one, we found that all dealings with RENOVA were very professional. To begin with, they listened and understood our brief. The the works were priced in a transparent way and this was followed by the design process which was well managed and turned out to be a pleasure. When the works started we were particularly impressed by RENOVA’s personnel on site. They were polite, tidy and a pleasure to deal with. All in all we were very impressed by RENOVA and we are delighted with the completed job.
“My main interest was to improve the insulation on an old terraced house (built around 1875) and reduce the carbon the footprint, along with some general improvements. The thought of moving out and having the place taken apart never filled me with joy. However, it was clear from the start that I was in good hands. It probably couldn’t have been any easier.
Getting a good result was a shared priority for everyone involved in the project. If I wasn’t happy with something, we would find ways to make things work. Everyone in Renova gives great attention to detail, and have a real understanding of old buildings. They don’t give their word lightly, but having promised something, they work hard to deliver on it.
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Good communication is at the heart of the process – and trust – and this is where the team were excellent. As new decisions came up – old houses can offer up a few surprises – there was a joint problem-solving approach, in order to come up with something I was happy with. The whole team genuinely cared about the project, and I have great respect for the wide range of skills which were in use.
Even though I had already made significant reductions by installing new windows throughout beforehand, the Renova project brought a further cut in energy use of more than a third. On top of that, the house is now much warmer and more comfortable.
I have no hesitation in recommending Renova.”
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“We contacted RENOVA in November 2015 to renovate a rental property. We had an accurate indication cost for the works within 48 hours, and a detailed proposal within a week.
RENOVA took control of the whole process and handled everything from the initial strip out right through to completion, including a final clean.
They took care of the technical retrofit specification as well as the interior design. An otherwise stressful undertaking was made easy and enjoyable by the RENOVA team.”
