Building quality homes since 1984

Welcome to Somenos Construction

Founded in 1984, Somenos Construction builds custom homes, completes renovations, and delivers commercial projects across the Cowichan Valley. We're a local, owner‑operated team focused on quality work and clear communication.

Meet the Somenos Crew

team_photo_edits — Evan Watson, Co-Owner

greg_mills_edited-1275x1700 — Greg Mills, Crew Member

mike_burgess_edited_2 — Mike Burgess, Crew Member

Our team is the heart of Somenos Construction, and truly the reason our clients leave glowing reviews. Many of our crew members have worked together for decades, creating a seamless workflow and deep understanding of our values and quality standards. We blend this experience with fresh perspectives from younger team members, and we're committed to ongoing education in the latest building practices and sustainable technologies.

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We consider ourselves craftsmen, blending old-world skills and knowledge with new-world technology and design. Our strong, decades-long relationships with employees, key sub-trades, and suppliers mean we can control project outcomes more reliably.

Our values & beliefs

Straightforward Honesty

We communicate clearly and set realistic expectations — no overpromising, no glossing over challenges. If something isn't feasible or advisable, we explain why and work with clients to find the best solution.

Pride in Craft

We approach every project with care and attention to detail, as if building for our own families. We avoid shortcuts and ensure issues are addressed properly, not just patched over.

Local Insight, Not One-Size-Fits-All

We draw on decades of experience in the Cowichan Valley to recommend what truly works here. We avoid generic solutions and always consider local conditions, regulations, and best practices.

Long-Term Teamwork

We believe consistent quality comes from a stable, experienced team. We invest in long-term relationships with our staff and trades, avoiding the pitfalls of high turnover common in the industry.

Transparent Process

We provide detailed, open billing and keep clients informed at every stage. We avoid hidden fees, vague estimates, and last-minute surprises.

Quality Over Haste

We prioritize doing the job right over rushing to completion. We avoid unrealistic timelines and ensure quality isn't sacrificed for speed.

Genuine Sustainability

We use energy-efficient and sustainable methods because they make sense for our clients and the environment — not just for marketing. We avoid empty 'green' claims and only promise what we can deliver.

Our mission

Build with care, communicate clearly, and deliver on time and on budget.

The bitterness of poor quality lingers long after the sweetness of low cost is forgotten.

Benjamin Franklin

As a client, I felt very supported during the entire building process and I trusted the Somenos Construction team unreservedly. I would use them again without hesitation.

J. Needham

Everything has exceeded our expectations; we are very happy with the design.

John & Susan Garvey

Not a day goes by where my wife and I do not thank the heavens above that our home was built by Somenos Construction and designed by Trudy McAdam. What a great experience it was!

Jeremy & Tina Wood

We are very happy and satisfied, now living in our beautiful new home. Working with Somenos Construction has been a most positive experience.

Maureen & Colin Collister

We cannot stress enough how grateful we were for the experience and expertise of Somenos Construction. They are excellent with communication, and, in the end, they actually came in a bit under budget!

Darlene Fletcher

We are really proud of the final result of our stylish duplex and Somenos Construction made it happen for us.

Mike & Deb Butler

We are so pleased and satisfied with every aspect of our new home. Everything is perfect.

Bob & Claire Vey

D'Arcy and his team, as well as the various Somenos sub-contractors & suppliers, were excellent to work with. Their craftsmanship, integrity and attention to detail exceeded our expectations.

Cindy Garneau & Jeff Dalgliesh

Trudy (designer) is professional, prompt, and has an eye for detail. She listened to what we wanted and put our ideas to paper, providing alternate ideas and suggestions.

Moira & Doug Hauk

Their practical knowledge and experience in working with the designer and myself proved to be of great value, and was a critical part in keeping the project on time and on budget.

Barry Waters