When we decided to move to Ottawa from the Toronto area I was a little apprehensive about a custom build since we were so far away, but then I met Tristan and Kelly. I knew right from the first meeting that I was dealing with good and genuine people. We are now almost 1-year in our home, and I have to say Tristan and Kelly exceeded our expectations. They were not just there for us in the planning stage, or through the building stage, but they are still here for us today. I cannot thank them enough for their endless
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After speaking with 10 potential builders around Ottawa, it was refreshing when Tristan and I first spoke. This was my first big custom, after several full gut reno’s, and wanted someone experienced to help ensure everything went smoothly, and fill in knowledge gaps. Shellstar’s project management program was perfect. The feedback I received from all my pre-project checks was unanimously, Tristan is one of the most organized builders they’d dealt with. My experience was exactly that. From the moment we signed the agreement, he lead me through the design, engineering, permit, quote gathering etc. etc etc processes. We were constantly
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The design and attention to detail are outstanding in every Shellstar home I’ve seen. Tristan and Kelly really listen and go the extra mile when helping their clients create their dream homes. With inspired ideas, whimsical elements, practical spaces and even secret rooms and craft nooks for the kids, every room is a delight to enter!
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We thought we would write a note thanking Shellstar Homes for the outstanding job on our home. As you know we researched thoroughly through the internet and the Ontario Home Builders Association before selecting a builder, and our efforts certainly paid off. Meeting with you and touring some of your models convinced us that we were on the right track, but our mind was made up when we realized that you would also be our neighbors. We are so happy with the house you built for us; it was nice to deal with somebody with honesty and integrity that “wasn’t
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