ProStyle Construction tops BestBuildersCanada’s 2026 Langley renovation ranking

BestBuildersCanada ranked 87 Langley firms and named ProStyle Construction the top renovation contractor for 2026, citing its Georgie Award win, 5.0 Google rating and 500-plus completed projects since 2007. The list puts a spotlight on how homeowners should navigate permits, warranties and contractor credentials for major renovations in Langley.

Why it matters: - Langley homeowners planning major renovations need contractors who can handle permits, inspections and warranty coverage across two separate municipalities. - BestBuildersCanada’s ranking gives a snapshot of which firms pair strong reviews with relevant renovation experience in the Langley market. - ProStyle Construction finished first, making it the directory’s “Best overall” pick for larger renovation projects.

What happened: - BestBuildersCanada checked 87 Langley firms and listed 10 in its 2026 renovation contractor ranking. - The directory said it weighed Google rating, review count, service fit for home renovation and portfolio strength. - ProStyle Construction ranked No. 1 in an update published in October 2026. - The top five firms all had Google ratings of 4.9 or 5.0. - ProStyle Construction is the only top-five firm that won at the 2026 Georgie Awards.

The details: - ProStyle Construction was founded in 2007 as a one-man tile and flooring business. - The company now operates as a design-build firm serving whole-home and main-floor renovations in Langley, Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley. - ProStyle reports more than 500 completed projects since 2007. - The firm holds a 5.0 Google rating from 27 reviews as of Nov. 3, 2026. - ProStyle is a BC Housing licensed residential builder, licence 56273, and is registered as a developer and general contractor. - Founder and president Abel Strujenco has 20 years in the trade. - Director of Operations Randy Ferchoff is Red Seal certified and has more than 40 years in the trade. - Job site supervisor Derek Ferchoff runs day-to-day site work and has a background in woodworking. - The company is a member of RenoMark, the Canadian Home Builders' Association and the Homebuilders Association Vancouver. - ProStyle is also a CHBA Qualified Adaptiv Home Specialist for accessibility work. - The firm’s awards include a Georgie win for Best Kitchen Renovation over $200,000 for Golden Reflections in Vancouver. - ProStyle was also a finalist for Residential Renovator of the Year at the Georgie Awards. - Other 2026 finalist spots included Best Condo Residential Renovation over $750,000 for Bayshore Elegance and two HAVAN categories for Golden Reflections and Bayshore Elegance. - Georgie results are judged by a panel from outside BC and verified by Renaissance Group CPA Ltd. - HAVAN winners are chosen by a panel of builders, renovators and designers from across Canada. - The Canadian Choice Award names one winner per category and city after community nominations and review. - ProStyle’s pricing is handled per project after a free consultation. - Clients can choose either a fixed-price model or an open-book cost-plus structure at builder-direct pricing. - Material pricing stays fixed unless costs rise by more than 5% between signing and purchase. - RenoMark provides two years of labour coverage on every ProStyle renovation project. - New builds carry 2-5-10 home warranty insurance. - ProStyle carries $5 million in liability coverage and keeps a WorkSafeBC account in good standing. - The firm handles whole-home and main-floor renovations, kitchens, bathrooms, basements, condos, townhouses, legal suites, coach houses, home additions, accessible renovations and custom homes. - ProStyle says most kitchens take 6 to 10 weeks. - The company applies for permits and books inspections for kitchen projects. - Client reviews highlight direct communication from Abel, Randy and Derek, plus work completed on budget and on time.

The details: - Renovating in Langley often means dealing with both the Township of Langley and the City of Langley. - The two municipalities use separate permit offices, zoning bylaws and fee schedules. - In the Township, finishing a basement or adding plumbing fixtures requires a building permit. - In the Township, homes built before 1990 may need a hazardous materials survey and a Notice of Project before work starts. - In the City, replacing cupboards does not require a permit. - In the City, moving an interior wall does require a permit. - In the City, a renovation worth more than $100,000 can trigger review of utility upgrades by the Engineering Department. - Township inspections must be requested by 3:30 p.m. on the business day before, and next-day slots are not guaranteed. - No one may occupy a building until final inspection and written occupancy authorization are complete. - The City of Langley adopted zoning bylaw No. 3300 on March 9, 2026, replacing a 1996 bylaw. - JC Custom Home Improvement is a Surrey-based design-build contractor founded in 2018. - JC Custom Home Improvement has a 5.0 Google rating from 156 reviews and won the 2026 Quality Business Award as a general contractor in Surrey. - Kitchen Makeovers is based in Aldergrove and has 4.9 stars from 523 Google reviews, the largest review base on the list. - Kitchen Makeovers says most projects finish in about four days. - Profile Renovation is a family-run Langley firm with more than 30 years of hands-on work and a 2026 CHBA Fraser Valley Housing Award of Excellence for Thyme and Toffee. - Markley Construction is a family-run Langley company with more than 20 years in residential and commercial work and more than 1,390 completed projects. - Markley Construction won Best Townhouse / Condominium Renovation Under $300,000 at the 2026 HAVAN Awards for Home Reimagined.

Between the lines: - ProStyle’s edge is not just ratings. The firm combines top review scores, a Georgie win, a builder licence and a longer operating history than several rivals. - The ranking also shows a split in the market. Some contractors are broad design-build firms, while others specialize in cabinets, accessibility or townhouse and condo work. - For homeowners, permit support and written warranty terms matter as much as portfolio photos when the project touches structure, plumbing or utility upgrades. - Kitchen Makeovers has the biggest review count, but its work is narrower than a full renovation contractor. - JC Custom Home Improvement offers 3D design before construction, while Profile Renovation and Markley Construction emphasize family-run service and award recognition.

What's next: - Homeowners planning major projects in Langley will likely keep weighing permit handling, warranty length, award history and project scope before choosing a contractor. - BestBuildersCanada says the list and criteria are published on BestBuildersCanada.com. - ProStyle Construction will likely remain a leading option for high-budget kitchens, condos and large-scale renovations that need licensed-builder oversight.

The bottom line: - ProStyle Construction emerged as the strongest all-around pick in BestBuildersCanada’s 2026 Langley renovation ranking, especially for homeowners who want a licensed builder, two-year labour coverage and proven experience on bigger projects.