About Us
We don’t just build to high standards. We help set them.
At Kemp, our building expertise is second to none. With more than 20 years in the industry, we’re at the forefront of green, energy-efficient, and Net Zero building techniques and technologies. As “green” builders, South Delta community members, and grandparents who want a better world for the next generation, we care deeply about creating sustainable, high-performance homes.
We’re proud of the industry recognition we’ve received for building excellence — but more than that, we’re proud of the work we do. For more than a decade, Kemp Construction has been part of a small group of BC builders working to exceed code and build better homes for our friends, neighbours, and clients in Tsawwassen, Ladner, South Surrey, Richmond, Burnaby and Vancouver. For us, the Kemp Construction promise, “Well-Built. Every Time.” isn’t just a set of words, it’s a commitment we bring to our job sites every day.
We’re certified homebuilding experts
At Kemp, we don’t just ask for your trust, we earn it. Our team has spent countless hours participating in training and leading-edge pilot projects in order to become experts in our field – and we have the third-party certifications and industry recognition to prove it.
We are certified residential builders with the Canadian Home Builders’ Association (CHBA), active members of the Homebuilders Association of Vancouver (HAVAN), and certified Built Green® and Net Zero builders, as well as members of Energy Star® and RenoMark™.
We give back to our industry in time and education – our president, Steve Kemp, has served as Vice-Chair of the HAVAN Renovation Council, and is a member of the HAVAN Education and Training Committee. Steve has also been involved with various committees working with the City of Vancouver to improve building energy standards.
As Qualified Net Zero Builders, we’re committed to sustainability
In early 2022, Kemp Construction became Delta’s first Qualified Net Zero Builder. It was the next natural step in our quest to reduce housing’s carbon footprint through energy-efficient and sustainable building techniques and technologies. As part of our journey, we had already achieved a Platinum Built Green® level in new home construction, and we are currently working on our Passive Home certification.
Our Team
Steve Kemp – President, Owner
Steve has been building things since high school. He started with swimming pools, worked on the construction of residential homes in Ontario and Alberta, then worked in sales and marketing for a prestige custom homebuilder.
With more than 25 years in the industry, Steve is passionate about building better homes with improved energy efficiency. He shares that passion with his team, keeping up-to-date with the latest building science and technology, participating in pilot projects, and sharing his knowledge with industry colleagues as a member of the Homebuilders Association of Vancouver (HAVAN) Education and Training Committee, and in his past role as Vice-Chair of the HAVAN Renovation Council.
Michael Chase – Construction Manager
Michael followed his family into the construction industry 30 years ago. Over the years, he’s developed a wealth of construction knowledge, managing capital improvement projects in commercial construction, and acquiring extensive residential construction experience.
Michael is driven to deliver projects to agreed deadlines, and treats each project as if it were his own, building strong relationships with our clients, trades, and suppliers. He makes it a point to develop a strong understanding of each client’s needs throughout a project. From the highly technical to the smallest detail, Mike goes the extra mile to deliver “well-built, every time”.
David Kemp – Business Operations
David started with Kemp Construction on our first renovation of a downtown condo in 2006, on the tools with his Dad, proudly ripping drywall and laying floors.
Before returning to the business in 2022, David spent ten plus years in commercial construction and development in a variety of roles from LEED consulting for multi-family developers to the manager of sales and project management for a commercial sub-contractor in Delta. They were stressful but fun times as he worked with the largest construction companies in the country, supporting the largest public and private construction projects in the province!
We know he’s happiest when on the tools developing his passion for carpentry, but also know he’s most effective when supporting our customers, our community benefit initiatives and managing the internal systems that are integral to us to delivering on our 8 Kemp Promises.
Debbie Kemp – Behind the Scenes
While Steve and Mike are out on the job sites, Debbie takes care of everything in the office – she’s Chief Everything Officer (as a former client used to say). Debbie brings 30 years in Organization and Leadership Development, and Coaching in Corporate Canada to her work in the family business.
In the office, she works with our accounting team – but the more important, and fun, part of her job is getting to know our clients and their needs, working with suppliers, developing our marketing materials, and getting involved in the local community.
Carmen Morales - Behind the Scenes
Carmen recently relocated to Tsawwassen from Texas. We are very excited to have her as an addition to our growing company. As a former owner of a digital marketing agency and with more than 20 years experience in marketing, sales and small business management, Carmen will be a valuable asset to the crew at Kemp Construction.
Our team knows that good partnerships build great homes!
Are you wondering what it is like to work with the Kemp Construction Team?
If you are considering creating your dream home or a home renovation, have a listen to these clients as they discuss their experience of working with Kemp in an interview with Joy TV. You'll also get a chance to meet Steve & Debbie Kemp and Mike Chase as they discuss full home renovations.
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