Serving Strathmore Homeowners
Strathmore is the largest community east of Calgary along the Trans-Canada Highway, and it has the housing-stock variety of a town that has grown in waves. Older Strathmore homes downtown (built in the 1960s, 70s, and 80s) sit alongside the suburban developments of the 2000s and 2010s. Wheatland County surrounds the town with acreage properties that have their own renovation patterns. We deliver work across all three.
The trade-off in Strathmore work is travel. Strathmore is roughly an hour from Okotoks, our longest standard commute, and the local trade pool is meaningfully smaller than Calgary's. Most local Strathmore contractors do excellent work but specialize narrowly: a flooring shop, a kitchen-cabinet store, a custom builder. Comprehensive multi-trade renovations are harder to find locally, and homeowners with full-scope projects often look outside town for a contractor who can run the entire job. That is most of why Strathmore work comes our way.
Why Strathmore Homeowners Choose Parkside
Two reasons most often. First, single-contractor scope: we run the entire project, including every trade, with one project manager, one estimate, and one warranty. Strathmore homeowners doing comprehensive renovations rarely have that option locally. Second, our existing Calgary-based trade network (cabinetmakers, electricians, plumbers, tile setters, finish carpenters who have worked alongside us for years) comes with the project. Strathmore homeowners get Calgary-quality trades on a Strathmore project, which is meaningfully different from what a local-only contractor can deliver.
The travel cost is real and we are upfront about it. We schedule Strathmore projects in concentrated blocks: full-day on-site presence rather than half-day visits, batched material deliveries, and trade days that make the most of the round trip. That discipline keeps Strathmore project costs in line with closer markets while preserving project quality.
Popular Strathmore Renovations
Suburban kitchen and main-floor refresh
The most common Strathmore project. 2005-2015 homes in Wheatland, Lakewood, and Aspen Creek with builder-grade finishes that have aged out. Standard scope is kitchen rebuild (cabinet replacement, quartz counters, new appliances), main-floor flooring, and paint. Investment $55,000 to $95,000 over an 8 to 12 week construction window.
Older home full update
Downtown Strathmore homes from the 1970s and 80s often need comprehensive renovation rather than incremental updates. Our scope on these projects usually includes mechanical upgrades (electrical service, plumbing, sometimes HVAC) alongside the cosmetic work. Total investment varies widely: $150,000 to $300,000 depending on scope.
Acreage primary suite reconfiguration
Wheatland County acreages tend to have larger primary suites that benefit from comprehensive renovation. Tiled walk-in showers, freestanding tubs, expanded walk-in closets with custom millwork, and integrated laundry are common requests. Investment $50,000 to $110,000.
Basement development
Standard 1,000 to 1,500 sq ft basement developments with one or two bedrooms, full bathroom, family room, and often a wet bar. Strathmore basements price similarly to Calgary basements when scope is similar; the travel premium affects smaller jobs more than larger ones.
Strathmore-Specific Considerations
Strathmore's slightly more rural character means some homes have well water, septic, or propane considerations that don't apply to Calgary or Okotoks projects. Acreage properties in Wheatland County almost always involve these systems. We coordinate any system-specific work with appropriate specialists during the project.
The Town of Strathmore's permit process is straightforward and generally efficient. Wheatland County permits (for acreage projects) follow a separate process that we handle on the homeowner's behalf.
Featured Strathmore Projects
Recent Strathmore work includes a Wheatland kitchen rebuild with custom cabinetry and quartz counters, an Aspen Creek basement development, and an acreage primary suite renovation in Wheatland County. We are happy to share photos and references during the estimate process.
Services We Deliver in Strathmore
Every renovation service we offer is delivered in Strathmore. The most-requested in this market:
Kitchen Renovations
Complete kitchen remodels including cabinetry, countertops, backsplashes, and layout redesign.
Learn moreBathroom Renovations
Luxury bathroom renovations with custom tiling, fixtures, vanities, and finishes.
Learn moreBasement Development
Full basement finishing: framing, electrical, plumbing, drywall, and finishing carpentry.
Learn morePainting
Professional interior painting with premium materials and clean, lasting lines.
Learn moreTiling
Expert tile installation for floors, walls, showers, and backsplashes.
Learn moreFlooring
Hardwood, laminate, engineered, and luxury vinyl plank installation.
Learn moreFrequently Asked Questions About Renovating in Strathmore
How far is Strathmore from your office?
Strathmore is roughly an hour east of our Okotoks office, the longest standard commute in our service area. We work in Strathmore but schedule it deliberately, with full-day on-site presence, batched material deliveries, and fewer trips. Travel does affect efficiency, but project quality and supervision is the same as for closer projects.
Do I need a permit for a renovation in Strathmore?
Yes. The Town of Strathmore requires building permits for structural changes, basement developments, additions, and most exterior work. Trade permits are required for electrical, plumbing, and gas alterations. Permit turnaround is generally 2 to 4 weeks. We pull permits and schedule inspections.
What kind of homes do you renovate in Strathmore?
A mix. Strathmore has older homes (1970s and 80s) downtown and along the original streets, newer suburban builds (2000-2018) in Wheatland, Lakewood, Brentwood, and Aspen Creek, and acreage properties surrounding the town in Wheatland County. Each segment has different renovation patterns.
Are Strathmore renovations less expensive than Calgary?
Slightly. Material costs are the same, but trade availability is more limited and travel charges affect smaller projects. Larger comprehensive renovations price similarly to Calgary equivalents, while smaller jobs sometimes carry a small mobilization premium because of the travel.
Do you handle the smaller market with fewer specialty trades?
Yes. That is a real Strathmore consideration. The local pool of specialty trades (custom millworkers, stone fabricators, custom glass) is smaller than in Calgary. We bring our existing Calgary-based trade network to Strathmore projects, which is one of the reasons our value proposition is strong even with the travel.