You administer a condominium building, you answer to co-owners, you must respect the decisions of the board of directors and coordinate work on the common areas, often in an occupied environment. These responsibilities require a general contractor who knows how a condominium association works and who adapts to its decision-making, budgetary and legal constraints.
Condominium associations call on a general contractor for projects that affect the common areas, building envelopes or code upgrades required by law or by insurers. Each project involves collective decisions, a contingency fund to respect and co-owners to keep informed.
Roofing, facade, underground parking, entrance halls, corridors. Coordination with the board of directors for the schedule and budget. Regular monitoring and complete documentation.
Building Code, fire compliance, accessibility, insurer requirements. Complete support, from the initial assessment through to the final inspection and obtaining the certificate of compliance.
Masonry, brick joints, exterior cladding, insulation, waterproofing membranes. Work planned according to the priorities identified in the maintenance log or the contingency fund study.
Water damage, fire, structural failure. Rapid intervention to secure the premises, coordination with the association's insurers, restoration of the affected units and common areas.
Renovation of common areas, modernization of mechanical systems, window replacement. Detailed quote suitable for presentation to the board of directors and co-owners, with budget options.
Phased planning to minimize disruption to residents. Clear communication to co-owners about the schedule, restricted access and the expected duration of the work.
Condominium associations that work with the same general contractor over several years benefit from a relationship where standards are known, methods are proven and the building's history is documented.
Construction J.G. Lessard, founded in Montreal in 1974, employs a team of around 60 people. A member of the ACQ and holder of RBQ licence 1368-9997-20, the company works on condominium projects in Montreal, on the North Shore and the South Shore. This stability allows for continuity of service from one project to the next, without having to re-explain the building's context at each intervention.
Condominium associations that entrust a project to a general contractor generally follow a five-step process, from the initial assessment to final delivery. What sets condominium projects apart is the involvement of the board of directors at each decision-making stage. Here is how this process unfolds with JG Lessard.
Meeting with the association or the board of directors to understand the project's challenges: nature of the required work, budget available in the contingency fund, occupancy constraints, regulatory requirements and co-owners' expectations.
Visit to the building to assess the condition of the common areas, identify priority work and prepare a detailed estimate. Options may be proposed to allow the board of directors to choose based on priorities and the available budget.
Establishing a realistic schedule in coordination with the association and residents. Each phase is planned to minimize disruption, respect the condominium bylaws and adapt to access constraints for common and private portions.
Daily site supervision, regular updates to the association and the board of directors, progress photos. Unforeseen events are communicated in real time with recommendations to avoid impacts on the schedule or the approved budget.
Final inspection with the association, correction of finishing points if necessary, handover of complete documentation: reports, photos, warranties. This documentation can be added to the condominium's maintenance log.
Excellent service, very satisfied with Michel Robert's work. The work he does is of the highest quality, and he's happy to share his experience in the field. I will most likely call on JG Lessard again in the future, and recommend him to others.
Very competent team, courteous service, reasonable price. A tree fell on our house during the ice storm of April 2023, perforating the roof membrane and affecting the waterproofing. The exterior staircase, brick wall, paint and earthwork needed repair. They were flexible and got the job done on time.
We renovated our kitchen with JG LESSARD and our project manager was with us every step of the way. Thank you to the entire team for your excellent work!
The JG Lessard team contacts you within 24 to 48 business hours after your quote request. The timeline for starting the work depends on the scope of the project, the planning required with the board of directors and, in some cases, approval at the general meeting.
JG Lessard's post-disaster service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. In an emergency, you can call directly at 514-648-2345 #9. The team of IICRC-certified technicians responds quickly to limit damage and secure the common areas and affected units. JG Lessard works with several insurers, including Promutuel.
If the association's insurer is not one of our partners, you can still ask them to mandate us for the work. Our team handles the coordination, documentation and billing, regardless of the insurer involved.
Yes. JG Lessard plans the work in phases and adapts the intervention schedule to minimize disruption in occupied buildings. Co-owners are informed of the schedule, restricted access and the expected duration of the work. Site crews can work according to a schedule approved by the association or the board of directors.
Yes, JG Lessard offers free estimates. You can request a quote online, by phone at 514-648-2345, or by email at info@jglessard.com. A project manager will conduct a technical visit to assess the required work and prepare a detailed estimate suitable for presentation to the board of directors.
JG Lessard offers several types of contracts depending on the association's needs: lump sum (fixed price), cost plus (flexibility and transparency), time and materials, or turnkey. The type of contract is discussed with your project manager based on the nature and scope of the project, as well as the requirements of the board of directors.
Yes. JG Lessard prepares detailed quotes including the scope of work, the planned schedule, budget options and contractual conditions. This document can be used by the association to present the project to the board of directors or at the co-owners' general meeting.
Whether you are planning work on the common areas, a code upgrade or a post-disaster rehabilitation, we can assess your needs and propose an approach tailored to the constraints of your condominium association.
Recognized for our commitment and reliability, we are at your side to turn your ideas into reality.
