Monarch Kitchen Bath & Home

Kitchen Planning & Renovation
Pickering ON L1W
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9.4 10 (88 reviews)

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TB
3 reviews Richmond Hill, ON
10/10

Kitchen and powder room renovation

We recently had our kitchen and powder room renovation completed by Monarch Kitchen and Bath. Our first meeting with Monarch was with Kevin, who came by the house to thoroughly reviewed the space and spent much time with us to discuss our vision for the powder room and kitchen renovation.

Kevin completed 2 design plan options and took the time to go over each of the plans with us. We visited their extensive showroom to make choices for flooring, cabinets, counter-tops, backsplash, and hardware. Kevin was very friendly, patient, and helpful throughout this process and we never felt rushed. He consistently kept us updated on costs in order to ensure we stayed within our budget.

For the most part, the work was completed as outlined on the schedule provided. We were always informed of any change in schedule. Everyone, including the plumbers and electricians, as well as the cabinet, flooring, counter-top, and tile installers were all very professional and addressed any questions and concerns we had in a timely manner.

We are extremely happy with our beautiful new kitchen and powder room. Thank you to Kevin, Neil, and each and every member of the Monarch crew for all of your hard work and expertise. We would not hesitate to recommend Monarch to anyone looking to renovate their home.

Approximate cost of services:
$55,000.00
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Your glowing review is so appreciated. We work hard to meet your expectations and place your satisfaction at the forefront. We are thankful you referred your Sister to us and look forward to the completion of her kitchen very soon.

Michael and Joanne Dumas in Scarborough
Michael and Joanne Dumas in Scarborough
1 review Toronto, ON
10/10

Kitchen reno

This is the first time I have turned my home over to someone else to do a renovation in the past it was done by myself. The project was done very well and on time and any problems were fixed and or repaired with out any issues and in a short time period. The planner and the owner were awesome to deal with and the rest of the staff were always a phone call away to answer any questions. Next on to the bathroom.

Approximate cost of services:
$30,000.00
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Thank you Michael & Joanne for your glowing review. You were both a pleasure to work with. Thank you for entrusting your project to someone else for the very first time.

Sharon in Ajax
Sharon in Ajax
3 reviews Ajax, ON
10/10

kitchen renovation

We spent a lot of money but we are completely happy with the kitchen renovation done by Monarch. They not only work with you on the design but they arrange everything not just the cabinets, the countertop, the backsplash, the sinks, the taps, etc. They take care of the electrical, the plumbing even removing old appliances after installing the new ones. We couldn't be happier. My wife sometimes even comes down in the middle of the night to admire her new kitchen.

Approximate cost of services:
$33,000.00
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It was a pleasure working with you. We're so happy to hear you're enjoying your new kitchen. Thank you for your kind words.

Mary-Jo Standring in Whitby
Mary-Jo Standring in Whitby
1 review Whitby, ON
10/10

Kitchen renovation

Monarch Kitchens did a wonderful job on our kitchen renovation. The designer, Janet Dawson, did a great job with the design while working within our budget. All the Monarch staff were very professional, knowledgeable, and friendly, and got the job done in a timely manner. We had a great experience overall, and I would highly recommend Monarch Kitchens.

Approximate cost of services:
$25,000.00
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Thank you for choosing Monarch as your renovation partner. You were a pleasure to work with we wish you nothing but happiness in your new space.

George a.
George a.
4 reviews Courtice, ON
10/10

Bathroom suite renovations

A major problem occurred 18 months after completion and Monarch were back immediately to assess the problem. They promptly performed the required fix to our complete satisfaction. Monarch is a trustworthy company and their staff are most helpful and a pleasure to deal with. No hesitation in recommending this company.

Approximate cost of services:
$20,000.00
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Thank you so much for your kind remarks George and Denise. We have enjoyed working with you and look forward to serving you again in the future. All the staff thank you for your amazing cookies.
King Regards
Neil B Samson

Keith W. in Pickering
Keith W. in Pickering
2 reviews Pickering, ON
10/10

Kitchen & Bathroom Renovations

We have recently finalized our renovation project with Monarch Kitchen & Bath and we are more than pleased with the result.
The work involved a complete renovation to the Ensuite Bathroom and Kitchen plus a minor renovation to the second bathroom.
The initial design consultation with Janet was handled in a very professional manner. Detailed drawings and specifications were supplied to us complete with costs for each item of work.
When the work commenced Neil the owner personally supervised the entire renovations so that the problems usually associated with renovation work were kept to a minimum. The renovation was completed on time.
We have no hesitation in recommending Monarch based on the performance of everyone involved throughout the entire process.

Approximate cost of services:
$50.00
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Thank you for choosing to work with the team at Monarch Kitchen & Bath Centre. We are pleased to hear you are happy with the end result, and that your home was handled with care.

Ruth & John from Toronto
Ruth & John from Toronto
2 reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Kitchen Renovation

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We are delighted with our new kitchen, hallways and powder room. We enjoyed working with Amanda, Neil & the Monarch team. We always received a quick response to any concerns we had.

Approximate cost of services:
$75,000.00
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We're so glad you're happy with your home renovations. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to work with you.

Wenda M
Wenda M
3 reviews Pickering, ON
10/10

Kitchen renovation

We had Monarch Kitchens do a complete kitchen remodel for us in 2010 and I cannot say enough about the service we received. Prior to choosing which company to do our kitchen renovation, we had visited 3 others but upon meeting with Kevin Samson, the designer, I was immediately confident that by picking Monarch I would be making the right decision. This was exactly experience in the end.
Kevin was extremely patient, listened to my likes and dislikes along with providing various suggestions and options to consider. Unlike any of the other companies Kevin was the only one who came to our home prior to completing an estimate. I had an interested in going with light cabinetry in a kitchen that was located in the middle of the home with only one window. Working with Kevin the design was finalized and over a 6 week period the old kitchen was completed gutted and transformed into a beautiful working kitchen with light maple cupboards, quartz countertop, built in wine rack, several pot drawers, etc. The service was excellent and everyone we dealt with was most professional and helpful at all times.
We had a problem with a door on the garbage bin which started to come loose and Neil attended immediately and reattached it and it has never been a problem since.
In February 2016, almost 6 years after the installation, we discovered a water leak in our basement. Thinking it was from the water line to the frig that was installed by Monarch we contacted them and within 15 minutes Neil attended our residence, determined it was not the water line after all, but coming from the laundry tub. He offered to call his plumber who called back the same day and attended our residence within a couple of hours, located and repaired the leak right away for a small fee which we gladly paid having just sold our home.
At the time of selling our home, which was on the market for one week, the kitchen was the talk of everyone who attended to view it. There is no question the kitchen helped with the sale of our home at $50,000 over asking.
Thank you to Kevin, Neil, and everyone at Monarch for their excellent customer service and commitment to excellence. We would recommended this company to anyone wishing to do renovations.
Thanks again for everything,
Wenda and Richard

Approximate cost of services:
$38.00
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Thank you for choosing to work with the team at Monarch. We're so glad you were happy with the end result, and that our team not only met but exceeded your expectations during the process.

David
David
6 reviews Pickering, ON
10/10

Dream Laundry Room - Full install - On Main floor. Cabinets, plumbing, electrical, and more

We considered several contractors for our laundry room project on the main floor of our home, and narrowed down the final quotes to two firms: The Home Depot, and Monarch Kitchen and Bath Centre Ltd. We ultimately decided on Monarch Kitchen and Bath Centre Ltd for the following reasons:

1. Their initial design and estimate process for quotation was thorough, and they helped convey the value of the project in an easy to understand manner.

2. They understood our needs for the laundry room, and balanced that with our goals for our home.

3. Monarch presented their plan in a detailed, and concise way - including taking the time to draft two design options.

4. Two of my neighbours had used Monarch and provided an endorsement for their high standards of workmanship, and customer service.

Getting Started / Design Process:

Shortly following the in home consultation, we met at Monarch’s showroom to review the initial drawings. Our designer Janet was quite hospitable and walked us through her designs which were created based on my wife and I describing what we thought we needed in the laundry room, and what would like in our dream laundry room. In the end, we chose the more elaborate design with increased storage and cabinet space - more of a dream scenario – partly because Janet conveyed the value that a well designed laundry room could generate towards the value of a home.

In the following weeks my wife met with Janet to review cabinet material, hardware, etc. In that time we also received a professional project plan from Kelley at head office, which would serve as a timeline, and budget guideline. It was very nice to have a well formatted scope document that we could later refer to if there were any questions or confusion about what was discussed / included in the quotation. For instance, we later decided to add some additional timers and home automation, including upgrading the light switches in the laundry room to automatic room sensors – a must have for under cabinet lighting – and Monarch made all the arrangements – including bringing in their skilled electrician Vicky to get the extra work done and allow other trades to continue humming along.

We reserved the painting portion of the project to save a few bucks (my idea – not my wife’s). It was actually a false savings as it ended up eating my time plus I changed the paint colour on the walls once the cabinets were installed. In retrospect, I really should have left this to Monarch.

Of course, it is unrealistic to think that nothing could go wrong along the way. We did have a few minor issues. What I was impressed with the most is the responsiveness from this company; options were always discussed for remedy, and the owner (Neil) was absolutely fair about associated costs.

We really loved Mike (our installer) he has a heart made of gold - and really helped us understand the process along the way. He suggested the best idea of the design (in my opinion)- rolling wheels for the dryer / washer combo stack. It worked!! Now if I have to get behind the machine to clean or access the water/gas - I can by myself!

In summary, I would definitely recommend Monarch Kitchen and Bath for your next project.

Approximate cost of services:
$20,000.00
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We're thrilled to hear you're happy with your choices and that you found our process to be open and fair. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to show you what we can do.

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More about Monarch Kitchen Bath & Home

Monarch Kitchen Bath & Home's philosophy is straightforward - we are committed to your complete satisfaction. Our team of dedicated professionals work together to serve you. We use cutting-edge technology, we keep in tune with local and international market trends and align ourselves with business partners who are also dedicated to your satisfaction.

CATEGORIES
Kitchen & Bathroom - Cabinets & Design, Kitchen Planning & Renovation, and Bathroom Renovation
PRODUCTS
Kitchen and Bathroom renovations- Kitchen Cabinets, Bathroom Vanities, Design Services,
SERVICES
Monarch Kitchen Bath & Home offers full design and renovation services for your home. We cover projects of all sizes from a counter top replacement to full kitchen and bathroom renovations.
BRANDS
Cuisine Laurier, Urban Effects Cabinetry, Miralis Kitchens
STYLES
We have designers on staff to help you find your perfect style.
SPECIALITIES
Creative designs, Insured and bonded trades, complete project management.
WEBSITE
http://www.mkbi.com
YEAR ESTABLISHED
1981
NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES
8
RETURN POLICY
N/A
PAYMENT METHOD
Cheque Visa Mastercard
LICENSES
Metro License
MEMBERSHIPS
(CGBC) (NKBA) (APBOT) (BBB) (CFIB)
LIABILITY INSURANCE
Yes
DIPLOMAS
(DSPC) (BKDC) (AKDC) (BBDC) (ABDC)
WORKERS COMPENSATION
Yes
PROJECT MINIMUM
15000.00
BONDED
Yes
WRITTEN CONTRACT
Yes
WARRANTY TERMS
Manufacturers Warranty 5 Years-Lifetime./ Monarch Warranty 1 year
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