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First Place Homes

Updated 2026-09-08 · 31,213 reviewed · 300 listed · Scored from 14 Google reviews · How we rank ›

5.0(14) 79 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Kitchen RenovationEmergency & Quick-Turnaround RepairsHome Additions & Second StoreysWhole-Home & Gut RenovationInterior DesignerInterior Construction ContractorHome BuilderDry Wall ContractorWater Damage Restoration ServiceCustom Home BuilderBathroom RenovationFlooring ContractorTile ContractorBasement Renovation & Finishing

Google-verified14 Google reviewssince 1997

First Place Homes
Location
Old Toronto, Toronto
Services
Kitchen Renovation, Emergency & Quick-Turnaround Repairs, Home Additions & Second Storeys
Reviews
14
Ranking
#37 in Kitchen Renovation
Best for
homeowners with complex renovations requiring structural changes or whole-home scope coordination

Core details are sourced from this business's Google Business Profile (checked 2026-09-08). Website-sourced details were fetched 2026-08-08.

What recent reviews say

Harvey builds trust through clear communication and hands-on oversight from first meeting to final detail. Clients praise his depth of knowledge across renovation trades, reliable subcontractors, and ability to manage complex projects (structural work, multi-stage scope changes) while keeping timelines and budgets firm. Clean worksites, accommodation of family schedules, and visible pride in results stand out consistently.

Praised for
  • responsive and transparent communication
  • respects home and family schedule
  • knowledgeable and expert guidance
  • on-time, on-budget delivery
  • detail-oriented craftsmanship
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Best for: homeowners with complex renovations requiring structural changes or whole-home scope coordination

Where this business shines

  • Passive House expertise and certification
  • transparent budgeting and cost control
  • multi-trade coordination and scheduling
  • capable of complex structural and scope-change projects

Worth knowing

  • Harvey leads all projects personally; visible on-site during builds
  • works with same subcontractors repeatedly (JDavis Painting named as reliable partner)
  • maintains detailed budgets; cost surprises avoided through planning expertise
  • accommodates tight timelines (e.g., bedroom refresh before school year start)
  • cleans worksites daily

What reviews say by service

Kitchen Renovation
praised for professionalism, on-time delivery, clean finish, and attention to family comfort during work
Bathroom Renovation
heritage-property bathroom refresh exceeded expectations; clear communication on options
Whole-Home & Gut Renovation
structural wall removal and full-house updates handled expertly; scope changes accommodated without losing budget control
Home Additions & Second Storeys
front-yard renovation delivered to vision; team coordinated seamlessly
Interior Designer
provides design guidance and idea input during pre-planning and project phases
Custom Home Builder
complex contemporary home with glass features and open-plan main floor completed to high standard

How it compares

  • Rated 5 against a 4.87 average across the 142 kitchen renovation businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 29% of the businesses in this directory.

What earned this score?

How We Score
Star rating 93
Review volume 51
Review recency 59
Review sentiment 81
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Does Harvey handle heritage properties?
Yes. Reviewers cite a heritage property bathroom and kitchen refresh that exceeded expectations, with Harvey providing clear guidance on options.
Can you accommodate tight timelines?
First Place has completed accelerated projects like a full bedroom renovation before school year start, though reviewers note this represents a faster-than-typical pace.
What areas do you serve?
Their website lists service coverage across Beaches, Riverdale, Danforth, Bloor West Village, Toronto, Mississauga, Vaughan, and Richmond Hill.
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Last updated 2026-09-08