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About Horizon Eco Builders
Our mission is to provide the City of Vancouver and the Lower-Mainland with our cost-effective yet sustainable service and in so doing, strengthen the movement towards sustainability that the world is currently undergoing. Horizon Eco Builders Inc. is a licenced, insured and WCB protected business.
Our Story
Founded in the spring of 2019 Horizon Eco Builders Inc. is the first of its kind - a home-renovation company that can bring its clients a top quality service that is sustainable, innovative and healthy at an affordable price. With our first three years of existence spent strengthening and developing industry relations and refining our product, Horizon Eco Builders is now primed to become one of the major players in the home-renovation industry in Vancouver.
Our Goals
Customer-Centric Approach
We prioritize customer satisfaction through transparent communication, striving for win/win solutions, and maintaining exceptional quality in every detail.
Positive Stakeholder Experience
We cultivate a positive work environment where customers, employees, trades, and stakeholders feel respected and content through collaborative engagement, open communication, and realistic deadlines. Our goal is to achieve B Corp certification within the next 2 years.
Sustainable Renovation Practices
We promote sustainability in renovation through zero waste practices: thoughtful deconstruction, salvage material reuse, item donation, recycling, and responsible disposal. By reducing waste, we protect the environment and save costs for our clients. We prioritize avoiding harmful chemicals, fostering a healthier, sustainable future.
Environmental and Social Impact Growth
We envision growth as an environmental and social impact enterprise, believing that as a company, we hold the power to contribute significantly to making the world a better place. Our commitment extends beyond business, embracing the potential to positively influence communities and the environment.
Challenge & Resolution
01
High Costs and Stress in Renovations
Cost-Efficiency and Stress Reduction: Minimize renovation costs and alleviate the stress associated with home improvements.
02
Excessive Construction Waste
Construction Waste Reduction: Implement sustainable practices to significantly reduce construction waste.
03
Negative Renovation Experiences
Positive Collaboration Experience: Foster a positive and collaborative environment, ensuring a satisfying experience for all.
Meet the Team
Co-Founder
Simon Druart
Simon, inspired by sustainable initiatives due to his upbringing in Europe, studied mechanical engineering and design. His exposure to innovative sustainable building techniques during travels ignited his passion for construction in 2009. Focusing on eco-friendly materials, he worked for a Passive House builder in Canada before co-founding Horizon Eco Builders with Thomas. He obtained Project Manager Professional certification in 2023.
Co-Founder
Thomas DuBoyce
Thomas, a Montreal native, sought adventure on the west coast, finding carpentry as his creative outlet. Working as a commercial framer in 2015, he witnessed material wastage, sparking his interest in sustainable construction. Joining a high-efficiency builder in Vancouver, he founded Horizon Eco Builders in 2019, driven by a commitment to innovation in the industry. His journey embodies a quest for sustainable solutions.
"We had the pleasure of working with Horizon Eco-Builders on a renovation project. Simon and Thomas at Horizon Eco-Builders are specialists in environmentally friendly construction projects. The work was executed very professionally and in a timely manner. They are extremely punctual, meticulous, and leave no detail behind. We highly recommend this young, dynamic and bilingual construction company who carried out this project as if it was their own house! We are really happy with the new look of our house!"
Chor-Huy P.