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Meet Lauren Sutherland: a woman-owned carpentry company in Calgary

Owner-operated since 2011. The person who quotes your job is the person who builds it.

By Lauren Sutherland 2 min read
Meet Lauren Sutherland: a woman-owned carpentry company in Calgary

Cowgirl Construction is Lauren Sutherland's company. She started it in Calgary in 2011 and still runs every job herself, from the first walk-through to the last piece of trim. Here's what that means for your project.

Owner-operated, start to finish

At larger companies, a salesperson often quotes the job, a project manager runs it and crews you've never met do the work. At Cowgirl Construction, Lauren is the person you talk to, the person who measures and the person on the tools. That means fewer handoffs, fewer surprises and one person accountable for the result.

What we do

Our focus is finish carpentry and renovations around Calgary:

The Cowgirl Code

Four rules guide every job:

  • Honest work. Clear quotes, straight answers and no upsell. If something doesn't need replacing, we'll tell you.
  • Measure twice. Tight joints, level floors and clean caulk lines. The details are the whole job.
  • Respect your home. Drop cloths, dust control and a tidy site at the end of every day.
  • Always in the loop. You'll know what's happening, what's next and when we'll be there.

Read more on our about page.

Why "woman-owned" matters to some clients

Some homeowners simply prefer to have a woman working in their home, whether they live alone, are home with young kids, or just want a different experience from a typical crew. Others like supporting a woman-owned local business. Whatever your reason, you'll get the same thing: careful work and straight answers.

Get in touch

Tell us about your project through the quote form, or call (403) 923-5287.

Frequently asked questions

Is Cowgirl Construction woman-owned?

Yes. Cowgirl Construction was founded by Lauren Sutherland in 2011 and is owned and operated by her.

Will Lauren do the work herself?

Yes. Cowgirl Construction is owner-operated. When specialist trades such as electricians or plumbers are needed, those are licensed trades, coordinated as part of the job.

Saddle up

Got a project in mind? Let's talk.

Tell Lauren what you're dreaming up. Free, no-pressure quotes for homeowners across Calgary and area.