Licensed BC general contractor for fire damage rebuilds across the City of Vancouver — Kitsilano, Point Grey, Kerrisdale, Shaughnessy, Dunbar, Mount Pleasant, Strathcona, Grandview, Hastings-Sunrise, and the rest of the City. Not a cleanup company. We do the structural rebuild, smoke damage interior reconstruction, City of Vancouver permits, and high-end finish replacement after fire loss. See our featured Vancouver fire rebuild case study on the main fire damage restoration page.
Request a Scope Review →Insurance-funded restoration requires specialized expertise in working with insurers, adjusters, and consultants to navigate the claims process while delivering quality reconstruction. Eurohouse Construction brings 16+ years of experience managing fire and water loss projects, from initial damage assessment and emergency mitigation through full reconstruction and final sign-off — with the technical depth to restore the high-end finishes, custom millwork, natural stone, and architectural detail that luxury North Shore and Whistler homes require.
We handle the full damage spectrum: fire and smoke damage, water damage from burst pipes, appliance failure, weather and flood, mould remediation, sewage backup, wind and tree damage, strata water damage, and structural damage from combined causes — as one licensed general contractor rather than handing off to a separate rebuild contractor partway through.
Fire damage in the City of Vancouver has a specific character. The housing stock is older than most BC municipalities — substantial wood-frame construction from 1920–1960 sits across most City neighborhoods. Building density is high. City of Vancouver permitting is its own process, distinct from the District municipalities on the North Shore. Vancouver fire rebuilds reward a contractor who understands all three of these things.
The City of Vancouver's permit process is more complex than the average BC municipality. Building permit, electrical permit, gas/mechanical permits, plumbing permit, and depending on scope: development permit, heritage review, or character zoning compliance. Larger fire rebuilds may also trigger BC Energy Step Code requirements that didn't apply to the original construction. We have an established working relationship with City of Vancouver building, planning, and heritage staff.
Our most documented Vancouver fire rebuild — From Fire Loss to Family Home — is featured as the main case study on our fire damage restoration hub page, with full photos, scope, design renders, and the ClaimsPro Specialty Risk coordination story. Rather than duplicate that content here, we link directly to it.
Fire damage restoration across Kitsilano, Point Grey, Dunbar, Kerrisdale, Shaughnessy, South Granville, Arbutus Ridge, Oakridge, Cambie Corridor, Mount Pleasant, Riley Park, Fairview, Strathcona, Grandview-Woodland, Commercial Drive, Hastings-Sunrise, Renfrew-Collingwood, Killarney, and the rest of the City of Vancouver.
Homeowners in British Columbia are not obligated to use the contractor recommended by their insurance company. You have the right to engage your own licensed general contractor to perform the reconstruction. Choosing Eurohouse ensures:
Insurance-assigned contractors often focus on speed and cost minimization. Eurohouse focuses on proper restoration and long-term property value protection — particularly important for luxury, architect-designed, and heritage residences. Learn more in our analysis of cash settlement vs. insurance restoration.
Eurohouse Construction Inc. is a licensed BC general contractor specializing in insurance-funded fire damage rebuilds, water damage reconstruction, flood damage repairs, structural repairs, and luxury residential restoration across West Vancouver, North Vancouver, Vancouver, Whistler, Squamish, and Lions Bay.
Eurohouse maintains full project control from initial damage assessment through final completion. Six phases, one licensed GC throughout:
We understand the unique demands of insurance work — tight timelines, detailed documentation, coordinated scoping, and transparent communication with all stakeholders including property owners, adjusters, engineers, and restoration consultants. With typical restoration project timelines of 4 to 8 months depending on extent of damage, we manage every phase of insurance reconstruction: mitigation coordination, detailed scope development, pricing alignment with adjusters, permitting, construction, and comprehensive documentation for claim closure.
As a Pacific Home Warranty accredited contractor with Home Warranty Repair certification, we provide the backing and expertise expected for insurance-funded work. Our restoration projects are supported by comprehensive warranty coverage, detailed photographic documentation, transparent change order management, and clear communication throughout the claims process. When fire or water damage strikes, property owners and insurers trust Eurohouse to deliver professional, efficient, and quality restoration.
February 2026
Dual-claim residential recovery combining insurance water damage restoration with home warranty foundation repair. Pre-production 3D visualization helped the client see exactly what they would receive before construction began.
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February 2026
Should you take a cash settlement or let your insurer manage the restoration? A guide for luxury homeowners in Vancouver, West Vancouver, and Whistler comparing both options — and why the choice matters more than most people think.
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February 2026
A fallen tree destroyed a detached guest house on Rosebery Avenue during a North Shore windstorm. Full rebuild with development permit, District design review, and modern West Coast contemporary design.
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February 2026
Why it happens on the North Shore, what damage looks like, how insurance works in BC, and what to do in the first 48 hours. Practical guide for West Vancouver, North Vancouver, and Whistler homeowners.
Read Article →Two reasons specific to Vancouver: (1) The housing stock is older — Vancouver Special, Craftsman, post-war bungalows — which often have wiring, plumbing, and structural systems that are decades old and weren't upgraded during prior renovations. Fire rebuilds typically involve full electrical and significant mechanical replacement. (2) Urban density. Fire damage spreads to neighbouring units or affects shared common areas more often in Vancouver than in lower-density municipalities, which adds multi-claim coordination complexity.
Yes. Some Vancouver fire claims involve homes with character zoning protections, formal heritage designation, or area-specific architectural guidelines (like RT zones in older neighborhoods). The rebuild may require Heritage staff review, specific architectural treatments, or compliance with character zoning bylaws. We have direct working experience with City of Vancouver Heritage and planning staff on these reviews.
Smoke and soot move through HVAC systems and wall cavities in dense Vancouver buildings — often to areas the fire didn't physically reach. We assess the full extent of smoke and soot impact, identify materials that need replacement versus cleaning, and rebuild affected interiors. Smoke damage to high-end finishes (natural wood, stone, fabric) typically requires full replacement to restore pre-loss condition.
A complete fire damage rebuild in Vancouver typically takes 8-12 months depending on damage scope, City of Vancouver permit timelines, and design complexity. Partial fire damage with smoke/water spread can be 4-6 months. The biggest variables: insurance scope approval, City permit and inspection cadence, structural engineering requirements, and the quality of pre-loss finishes. Our featured Vancouver case study shows the full process from demolition through final occupancy.
Yes. We coordinate the building permit, electrical permit, gas/mechanical permits, plumbing permit, and any required development permit or heritage review with the City of Vancouver. Larger fire rebuilds may also trigger BC Energy Step Code requirements that didn't apply to the original construction; we handle those compliance requirements as part of the rebuild scope.
Yes. Vancouver's condo/apartment density means many fire claims involve strata coordination — strata insurance, individual owner insurance, property manager involvement, and BC Strata Property Act compliance. We handle the coordination plus the unit reconstruction. We carry the $2M certificate of insurance with the strata corporation named as additional insured for all strata projects.
Eurohouse handles the rebuild after the fire is out — from emergency stabilization through final occupancy. Coordinated directly with your insurer (including ClaimsPro Specialty Risk for higher-value claims), permitted with the City of Vancouver, rebuilt to the standards your home requires. Request a 15-minute scope review before you commit to anyone.
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