Common Questions
Everything you need to know about our services, process, and what to expect when working with KD Imperial Builders.
Getting Started
Reach out through our contact form, call us at 647-370-1518, or WhatsApp us. We'll schedule an initial consultation — usually a 30–60 minute call or site visit — to understand your project and outline what's involved. No obligation.
Yes. We handle both ground-up interior build-outs and renovation or retrofit projects for existing commercial spaces — whether you're taking over a vacant unit or transforming an existing restaurant, retail store, or office.
Restaurant and lounge owners, retail operators, franchise owners, commercial landlords, and entrepreneurs opening their first business location. We work across the Greater Toronto Area with a strong focus on the Peel and Niagara Region.
Services
Both phases are available independently. Some clients come to us for Phase 1 only — they have a contractor but need compliance expertise. Others engage us for Phase 2 only. Using both phases together provides the most seamless outcome.
Absolutely — we handle this regularly. We assess what failed, create a remediation plan, coordinate required trades, and prepare your site for re-inspection. In many cases we've helped clients recover and get cleared within a matter of weeks.
Permits & Compliance
In the Greater Toronto Area, a straightforward commercial permit can take 4–8 weeks. More complex projects may take longer. Our job is to submit a complete, clean application that avoids back-and-forth with the city — which is the most common cause of delays.
Incomplete drawings, non-compliant designs (OBC violations, egress deficiencies), missing engineering sign-offs, or applying for the wrong permit type. All preventable with a proper pre-submission review — which is exactly what our Phase 1 process catches.
Pricing & Timeline
Phase 1 consulting is structured as a fixed engagement fee based on project complexity. Phase 2 construction is priced on a contract basis with milestone-based payment schedules. We provide detailed, transparent proposals with full scope breakdowns before any work begins.
A straightforward retail unit might take 6–10 weeks. A full restaurant or lounge build with custom millwork and complex finishes could take 14–20 weeks or more. We provide a detailed construction schedule with clear milestones before work begins.