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Updated 2026-08-16 · 8,261 reviewed · 200 listed · Scored from 233 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.4(233) 76 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Detached Garage ConstructionGarage Additions & ConversionsCustom Finishes & Heated GaragesGarage Design & Permit Drafting
Ottawa General Contractors
Services
Detached Garage Construction, Garage Additions & Conversions, Custom Finishes & Heated Garages
Reviews
233

What recent reviews say

Strong reviews praise Murad, George, Roger, and Adam as project managers who keep clients informed through photos and daily updates, coordinate multiple trades smoothly, and deliver finished homes on or ahead of schedule. Yet multiple one-star reviews cite unfinished work, surprise invoices, contract gaslighting, and a practice of offering compensation credits only if clients sign NDAs preventing negative comments. The disparity suggests two very different customer experiences depending on project scale or execution.

Suitable for large interior renovations with a named project manager. Hire with eyes open to potential scope creep and have clear contract language before signing. Check past client references directly, not just reviews.

Praised for
  • responsive project managers
  • high-quality finishes and craftsmanship
  • on-time completion
  • professional trades and team coordination
  • clear communication with photo updates
Watch-outs
  • unfinished work and scope creep
  • poor after-sales support
  • NDA practice to suppress negative reviews
  • dismissive customer service on inquiries
  • contract overages and surprise charges
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Best for: Homeowners undertaking large interior or structural renovations who want a dedicated project manager and can confirm contract scope in writing beforehand.
Think twice if: Confirm all work, materials, and timeline in writing before signing. Ask about their change-order process in detail. Request direct references and speak to them, not just reviews.

Strengths

  • named project managers coordinate complex trades
  • photo and portal updates throughout project
  • on-schedule or early completion
  • warranty on work and quick responsive repairs

Worth knowing

  • Murad, George, Roger, and Adam are named project managers praised for communication and advocacy
  • Client portal with photos and work schedules posted regularly
  • Warranty covers repairs; example: quick resolution of minor bathroom issues after project close
  • One-star reviews cite unfinished basement work ten months post-completion and contract scope disputes; reviewer turned down $5,000 credit to post this review due to NDA requirement

What reviews say by service

Detached Garage Construction
One review mentions adding a secondary rental unit above a garage with positive results for quality and Murad's service; limited evidence.
Garage Additions & Conversions
Multiple reviews cite kitchen additions, basement finishing, and home additions completed ahead of schedule with high-quality finishes.
Custom Finishes & Heated Garages
Reviews praise custom finishes, flooring, kitchen and bathroom remodels, and HVAC work; no specific heated-garage mention.
Garage Design & Permit Drafting
Reviews mention design team input and code inspections before each phase, but no explicit permit-handling or design drafting detail.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.4 against a 4.71 average across the 175 detached garage construction businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 95% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Our Rubric
Star rating 62
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
178
4
22
3
5
2
5
1
23

Common questions

Who will be my main contact during the project?
OGC assigns a dedicated project manager for day-to-day coordination. Past clients name Murad, George, Roger, and Adam in five-star reviews for professionalism and communication.
How are updates shared during the renovation?
Project managers post photos, work schedules, and project details to a client portal and communicate via phone and text.
What if something goes wrong after the project is done?
OGC offers warranty coverage. One reviewer reported a small bathroom issue was resolved quickly after project completion.

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Last updated 2026-08-16