The Seamless Path from Mitigation to Rebuild
One of the most stressful aspects of recovering from a major disaster is the transition from emergency mitigation to reconstruction. Many restoration companies perform the cleanup and drying work, then hand you off to find your own contractor — leaving you to manage multiple companies, timelines, and insurance conversations while trying to return to normal life.
ServiceMaster Restore Sea to Sky eliminates that gap. As both a certified restoration company and a licensed general contractor, we handle every phase of recovery — from the moment we arrive on scene through the final building inspection and post-construction clean-up. Your home returns to pre-loss condition under one roof, with one project manager, on one timeline.
Our Reconstruction Process — Phase by Phase
Estimation & Insurance Approval
Our project estimator prepares a detailed scope of work using industry-standard estimating software that insurance adjusters recognize and accept. We document all damage thoroughly — including photographs, moisture readings, and material specifications — and work directly with your adjuster to negotiate a fair and complete scope before any reconstruction begins. We advocate for you to ensure nothing is missed.
Scheduling & Permits
Once the scope is approved, we develop a detailed construction schedule and apply for all required building permits. We coordinate with the municipality, manage all inspections, and ensure all work meets current BC Building Code requirements. You don't need to deal with permit offices — we handle it all.
Materials Selection & Approval
We work with you to select replacement materials that match your home's existing finishes and style — or help you choose upgrades where appropriate. From flooring and drywall to cabinetry, fixtures, and roofing, we source quality materials and present options for your approval before ordering. No surprises.
Construction
Our licensed tradespeople and trusted subcontractors execute the reconstruction according to the approved plan. We cover all required trades — structural framing, drywall, insulation, electrical, plumbing, roofing, flooring, tile, painting, trim, and more. A dedicated project manager coordinates all trades, manages the schedule, and maintains regular communication with you throughout construction.
Completion & Inspection
Upon completion of all construction work, we arrange the required building inspections and final sign-offs. Our project manager conducts a detailed walkthrough with you to ensure every element of the restoration meets your expectations. Any items identified during the walkthrough are addressed before we close the project.
Post-Construction Clean-Up
Construction is inherently messy. Our post-construction cleaning team performs a thorough clean of the entire home — removing construction dust from all surfaces, cleaning windows, vacuuming and mopping floors, and ensuring the space is genuinely move-in ready. You don't return to a home that smells like construction; you return to your home, restored.
Trades We Cover
Structural Framing
Fire and water damage can compromise structural framing — joists, beams, studs, and sheathing. We assess and replace structural elements as needed, ensuring the rebuilt structure meets or exceeds original specifications.
Drywall & Plaster
Water-damaged or fire-damaged drywall is removed and replaced. Our finishing crews achieve smooth, seamless results that blend with existing walls and ceilings — ready for paint.
Electrical
Fire and water damage frequently affects electrical systems. Our licensed electricians assess, repair, or replace all affected wiring, panels, outlets, and fixtures — ensuring code compliance and safety.
Plumbing
Whether repairing the pipe that caused the damage or replacing plumbing fixtures affected by fire or water, our plumbers restore your home's plumbing systems to full working order.
Roofing
Fire damage, windstorm damage, and ice dams frequently require partial or full roof repairs. We work with roofing specialists to restore your roof — ensuring weathertight protection before interior reconstruction proceeds.
Flooring
Hardwood, engineered wood, laminate, carpet, vinyl, and tile — we restore or replace all flooring types, matching existing materials where possible and sourcing alternatives that meet insurance scope when exact matches aren't available.
Painting
A complete repaint is typically required following fire or major water damage. We use appropriate primers for restoration work (including odour-blocking KILZ after fire damage) and quality interior paints matched to your existing colours.
Cabinetry & Millwork
Kitchen and bathroom cabinetry, built-ins, and custom millwork affected by disaster damage are carefully assessed. We source matching replacements or refinish salvageable components to match original appearance.
Insulation
Wet or fire-damaged insulation must be replaced — both for energy performance and to prevent mould growth within wall cavities. We install appropriate insulation for the BC climate and building code requirements.
Why Choose ServiceMaster for Reconstruction?
Licensed, Bonded & Insured
We carry all required contractor licenses for BC and are fully bonded and insured. You can be confident that our work meets professional standards and that you're protected throughout the project.
Insurance Expertise
We've managed hundreds of insurance-related reconstruction projects. We know how to prepare documentation that adjusters accept, how to handle supplement requests for scope changes, and how to advocate for a complete, fair settlement on your behalf.
Single Point of Contact
One project manager oversees your entire restoration from mitigation through reconstruction — no handoff between companies, no starting over with a new contractor who doesn't know your history.
Pre-Loss Standard
Our goal isn't to rebuild something functional — it's to rebuild your home exactly as it was before the disaster. We don't consider the job done until you agree that it meets pre-loss standard.