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Donovan Homes

St. John's Renovation Contractors
Ranked #9 in St. John's | Grade B-
4.60 (15 reviews)

Donovan Homes

Donovan Homes provides renovation services focused on careful planning, clear communication, and finishes suited to local conditions. The team coordinates selections, scheduling, and site management to reduce disruption and keep homeowners informed at each step.

Why Homeowners Choose This Business

- Local knowledge of St. John’s neighborhoods and building practices
- Organized scheduling and frequent check-ins
- Attention to materials that perform well in our climate
- Clear scopes and documented selections to reduce surprises

Service Area

Projects across St. John’s and nearby areas on the northeast Avalon, including Mount Pearl, Paradise, Torbay, and adjacent communities.


How This Business Compares

A quick local comparison based on ranking, review strength, and market visibility.
  • Has more Google review volume than many local competitors.

Services Covered

  Renovation Services
  Service
  Kitchen Renovation
  bathroom renovation
  basement finishing
  home additions
  interior remodeling
  Exterior Renovation
  deck construction
  window and door replacement
  Siding Installation
  Framing and Carpentry
  drywall and trim
  flooring installation

Kitchen and bathroom remodels; basement finishing and suites; interior carpentry and trim; flooring, doors, and windows; layout changes and framing; exterior updates such as siding and decks; energy-efficiency upgrades where feasible; project planning, budgeting, and permit coordination.


Recent Reviews

4.60

(Based on 15 reviews)

Reviews consistently note responsive communication and timely follow-up before and after projects. Customers mention satisfaction with build quality and the company’s willingness to answer questions throughout the process. Several comments highlight durable materials and options during planning. Overall tone reflects steady service and reliable coordination.

Google Review
Matthew Hudson on Donovan Homes

We’ve been doing work for Donovan Homes now for two years. They’re professional, friendly and most importantly honest. Always a pleasure doing business with them.

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ba str on Donovan Homes

One of a few builders still using plywood sheathing which should be code.Great people to deal with and have built hundreds of homes in our province.We are looking forward to our journey with Donovans as we just purchased our home to be finished and we get to have some say in the finishes. The plywood factor alone was enough for me.I have been in the industry and OSB should be banned in building.PAY THE EXTRA FOR plywood

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Kenmount Kupcakes on Donovan Homes

We’re extremely happy with the building process with donovan homes. They were quick to get back to us on everything I emailed about(pretty much a daily basis). We built a custom two storey and we are extremely happy with the final product, even five years later!
-Sara

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Robert Barrett on Donovan Homes

The staff at Donovan homes go above and beyond pre & post build. We’ve had no issues with our home. Even 7 years later when we added an apartment they got back to us right away and answered many questions we had. Their prices, service & build quality can’t be beat!

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Colin Barry on Donovan Homes

Right from our initial sit down to the final day before occupation the DH team from top down were a fantastic company to work with in our first home build. The very reasonable base price of the home was what first caught our eye. The flexibility the company allowed us in customizing our build to fit our needs and interests coupled with the quality building materials (especially the use of pile wood not chip wood) used only added to our positive experience. In any home build there are some hiccups along the way, fortunately, from our experience, DH prides itself in accommodating these issues in a timely and effective manner. We would highly recommend this company for any customers looking to get off on the right with any residential building pursuit.



Frequently Asked Questions

Typical projects include kitchens, bathrooms, basement finishing, and selective whole-home updates. We also handle interior carpentry, layout changes where feasible, and exterior refreshes like siding and decks.

We start with a site visit and a written scope outlining materials and allowances. Pricing is itemized where practical, and any changes are documented by change order before work proceeds.

Yes, we can coordinate required permits and inspections for renovation work within local regulations. Timelines are planned around municipal review to keep the project moving.

Duration depends on scope, selections, and lead times. After design and approvals, we provide a schedule with key milestones and update you if material availability affects the timeline.

Yes, we can build from homeowner-supplied drawings and coordinate with your designer. We review plans for feasibility and provide feedback on materials and sequencing.
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Opening Hours


  • Monday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday Closed
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

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Business Details


Business Rating
4.60 (15 reviews) FeaturedPro Business
Address
130 Kelsey Dr Suite 102, St. John's, NL A1B 0T2, Canada, St. John's, NL A1B 0T2, CA
Business Type
general_contractor

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