Renovations in Varsity & Brentwood, NW Calgary

UnitRevive does renovations in Varsity, Brentwood and Charleswood: kitchens, bathrooms, basements, suites and rental turnovers near the University of Calgary.

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Short answer: Varsity and Brentwood are established NW Calgary communities beside the University of Calgary, built mostly in the 1960s. Homes here need kitchens, bathrooms, basements and suites, and the student rental market keeps turnovers busy. Written quotes, one crew.

Renovations in Varsity: what we see most

Varsity and Brentwood sit next to the University of Calgary in NW Calgary, with Charleswood and Dalhousie close by. Most homes are 1960s bungalows and split-levels on mature lots, along with some low-rise apartments and townhouses near Brentwood and University LRT stations.

Being next to the university shapes the work. Many houses are rentals or have basement suites, and turnovers between tenants peak around the school year, especially late summer. Long-time owners call us for kitchens, bathrooms, basements and flooring in houses that still have much of their original layout.

Services we offer in Varsity & Brentwood

Why Varsity & Brentwood clients choose UnitRevive

  • One contact, one schedule. Cleaning, paint, drywall, flooring and repairs run in order with one crew, so nobody waits on the next trade.
  • Written, itemized quotes. The full price before work starts, usually within one business day.
  • Photo reports. Dated before/after photos on every job, so owners and property managers can sign off remotely.
  • Licensed trades where it counts. Plumbing, electrical and lock work that needs a licence is done by licensed trades, with permits as required.
  • Insured and covered. WCB-Alberta covered, $2M liability insurance, a City of Calgary business licence and a written safety program.

Nearby communities we also serve

We also work in Dalhousie, Montgomery, University Heights, St. Andrews Heights and further west in Tuscany and Rocky Ridge. Downtown and the Beltline are a short trip south.

What to know about homes in Varsity & Brentwood

Homes from the 1960s can contain asbestos in drywall compound, plaster, textured ceilings or vermiculite. Alberta rules require it to be identified before it is disturbed, so we arrange testing before sanding or demolition.

If you rent out a basement, check whether it is a legal suite. The City of Calgary keeps a public registry of suites that have passed inspection, and an unregistered suite may need upgrades before it qualifies.

Calgary building, electrical, plumbing and gas permits come from the City of Calgary. We flag what needs a permit when we scope the job, and licensed trades pull them.

How a job works in Varsity & Brentwood

  1. Send photos or book a walkthrough. Tell us the address, the work and your deadline.
  2. Get a written, itemized quote, usually within one business day.
  3. We schedule the trades in order and handle any permits the work needs.
  4. You get dated before/after photos when the job is done, and we fix anything you flag.

Planning renovations in Varsity?

Renovations in Varsity and Brentwood usually start with a 1960s house that needs a modern kitchen, bathroom or basement, or a rental near the university that needs turning over by a lease date. Send photos and the address and we will scope it, test where older materials are involved, and quote in writing.

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Get a free quote

Tell us about the job and we'll reply with a scope and price within one business day.

Request a quote, call +1 (587) 997-5510 or email info@unitrevive.ca

Frequently asked questions

When is the busiest time for rental turnovers near the U of C?

Late summer, before the fall term, and again at the end of April. Booking a few weeks ahead helps.

Can you make an existing basement suite legal?

Often, yes. It may need egress windows, fire separation, separate heating or other upgrades, with City of Calgary permits.

Do you test for asbestos in older Varsity homes?

Yes. We arrange testing before sanding or demolition in homes built before about 1990.

Do you renovate kitchens in 1960s bungalows?

Yes, including opening up closed layouts where the structure allows.

How do I get a quote?

Send photos and the address, or book a walkthrough. You get a written, itemized quote, usually within one business day.

Last updated November 5, 2026. More answers on our FAQ page.