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Updated 2026-08-16 · 8,261 reviewed · 200 listed · Scored from 20 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.6(20) 76 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Detached Garage Construction
UTES Design&Build
Service
Detached Garage Construction
Reviews
20

What recent reviews say

Most reviewers experience fast responses and transparent guidance from Arash and his team, particularly Hossein as project manager. Structural drawings get city approval quickly, and renovation projects stay on timeline and within budget. Two negative reviews cite communication gaps and delays when design changes were requested, suggesting responsiveness can falter once initial plans are delivered.

Praised for
  • professional responsiveness
  • clear communication and guidance
  • structural expertise
  • attention to detail and quality
  • project delivered on time and budget
Watch-outs
  • delays and missed deadlines on revisions
  • unresponsive to contact at times
  • project abandonment
skilled-craftsmanshipclear-quotingon-time-completionpermit-handlingresponsive-supportgreat-project-management
Best for: homeowners needing structural review or permit drawings for renovations and additions
Think twice if: you need rapid revision cycles; some reviewers experienced weeks of delay when requesting design changes

Strengths

  • Licensed structural engineer (P.Eng.) with 25+ years in Ontario
  • City permits often approved within two weeks
  • project manager handles revisions and follows up with inspectors

Worth knowing

  • Arash Bahamin is the lead engineer (P.Eng.)
  • Hossein serves as project manager and site liaison
  • Tarion and HCRA licensed
  • load-bearing wall removal and structural underpinning expertise documented
  • garden suite and laneway suite design cited in reviews
  • one review notes structural letter with wall specifications cost $450

What reviews say by service

Detached Garage Construction
load-bearing wall removal and structural integrity reviewed positively; permit-to-construction coordination praised
Garage Additions & Conversions
renovation guidance and design revisions handled professionally; city coordination strong
Garage Design & Permit Drafting
structural drawings and permit applications frequently approved within two weeks with minimal city questions

How it compares

  • Rated 4.6 against a 4.71 average across the 175 detached garage construction businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 51% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Our Rubric
Star rating 77
Review volume 57
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 67
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
17
4
1
3
0
2
1
1
1

Common questions

How much does a structural engineer letter cost?
One review cited $450 for a stamped letter recommending wall specifications, though other consultations may vary.
How long does city permit approval usually take?
Multiple reviews report drawings were approved within two weeks, sometimes faster than expected.
Do they handle design changes after the initial plan?
Yes, but two reviews note delays of 2-3 weeks on revised drawings; clarify timeline expectations upfront.

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Last updated 2026-08-16