Local building and renovation, run by James McFarlane

James McFarlane has more than 15 years of experience in construction, starting with full home builds. Today we take on everything from framing and new homes to finishing work and repairs from Trenton to Kingston, and north to Tweed and Madoc.

How we work

Who you'll be working with

Elevate Contracting PEC is a small, local business. Here is who does the work, how a job runs and where we work.

The owner

James McFarlane owns Elevate Contracting PEC. He has more than 15 years of experience and does much of the work himself.

Background

James started out building full homes from the ground up, with framing as his main trade. Over the years he added flooring, tile, trim, drywall, windows, insulation and finish carpentry.

Other trades

For plumbing, HVAC, electrical and excavation, we bring in a regular group of trades we work with, so you have one contact for the whole job.

The process

Call or send a request with a few details. We'll talk it through and give you a free quote. Once you agree, we book the work and keep you updated.

Job size

We take on full home builds and renovations, as well as smaller repairs and property upkeep. If you're not sure whether your job is a fit, just ask.

Service area

Based in Picton, working from Trenton to Kingston and north to Tweed and Madoc.

Reviews

What customers say

A few words from people we've worked with.

Jamie did an excavation and used pool install for us. He was so great to work with. Great communication, competitive pricing, and he and his team were extremely professional. They did an excellent job! Will definitely be calling Jamie back for other projects

Stephanie Parish, Prince Edward County

Have had nothing but good experiences with Jamie. He’s always willing to go the extra mile and is a pleasure to work with.

Kurtis David Shaw

James has done several jobs around our home. He's a pleasure to work with, always responsive, patient and professional.

Dee

James did a fantastic drywall repair for me! He is knowledgeable and friendly - I will definitely hire him again!

Alison Lawtey

Great service! They communicated well, did good work, were priced fairly and stayed on budget with time and money. No issues recommending them and will have them back.

Ted McRae

I had the opportunity to work alongside James on both a complete home renovation and a water service repair, and I couldn't have been more impressed with the quality of his work. From start to finish, he was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about doing the job right. His attention to detail, workmanship, and communication were outstanding throughout both projects. The renovation turned out beautifully, and the water service repair was completed efficiently with no shortcuts—everything was done to a very high standard. If you're looking for a reliable contractor for home renovations, water service replacements, or general contracting work, I would highly recommend James. He's honest, dependable, and takes pride in delivering quality results that last. It's hard to find contractors who combine skill, integrity, and professionalism the way he does. I wouldn't hesitate to work with him again and will confidently recommend him to anyone looking for top-quality renovation or construction services.

John Maracle

Great work. Great service.

B K

Quality work, attention to detail, and easy to get along with.

John McFarlane

Ready to talk about your project?

Call us at 613-919-4554, or send a request online and we'll get back to you to set up a free quote.

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