RenoRun
RenoRun delivered building materials to contractors in 2 hours, maximizing jobsite productivity.
RenoRun was a construction tech platform that provided fast material delivery (2-hour service) to contractors and renovation professionals across Canada. The company operated an e-commerce platform integrated with a logistics network sourcing from local suppliers and owned warehouses to ensure rapid fulfillment of building materials. RenoRun shut down operations permanently on April 26, 2023, after filing for creditor protection in March 2023.
Problem solved
Construction crews lost significant billable time and money traveling to material suppliers instead of working on-site, reducing productivity and increasing labor costs.
Target customer
General contractors, renovation professionals, and construction crews in Canada and North America seeking rapid material delivery to minimize labor downtime.
Founders
E
Eamonn O'Rourke
CEO
20+ years in construction across Ireland, Australia, Canada, and the US; identified the need for fast material delivery while working in the industry.
D
Devlin McDougall Chartand
Co-founder
Construction industry background; co-founded RenoRun in 2017 alongside Joelle Chartrand and Eamonn O'Rourke.
J
Joelle Chartrand
VP of Culture, Co-founder
Construction industry background; co-founded RenoRun in 2017.
J
James Collom
Co-founder
Co-founder with limited public background information available.
Funding history
Seed
$3M
July 2018
Led by Real Ventures
· ScaleUp Ventures
Series A
$22.5M CAD
November 2019
Led by Inovia Capital, Obvious Ventures
· ScaleUp Ventures, Real Ventures, Maple VC, Silicon Valley Bank
Series B
$181M CAD ($142M USD)
February 2022
Led by Tiger Global, Sozo Ventures
· Investissement Quebec, SE Ventures, BDC Capital, Fifth Wall, Desjardins Capital, Nicola Wealth, Export Development Canada, TriplePoint Capital, GGV, ScaleUp Ventures, Obvious Ventures, Inovia Capital, Real Ventures, Maple VC, Silicon Valley Bank
Total raised:
$173M
Industries
Pricing
Tiered subscription model: RenoRun Pro at $100 CAD/month ($100 USD in US) included free same-day delivery and 50% off rush (2-hour) delivery fees. Revenue also generated from material markups and one-time flat delivery fees.
Notable customers
Over 10,000 customers by 2021; reportedly on track to become largest Home Depot purchaser in Canada within first 18 months of operation.
Integrations
Not publicly disclosed
Website
Competitors
Amazon Business
Broader product catalog but lacks construction-specialized 2-hour delivery and contractor-focused features.
Home Depot
Established retailer with logistics network but lacked fast same-day delivery model or digital-first contractor platform.
Lowe's
Traditional home improvement retailer without specialized contractor delivery service or dedicated mobile ordering platform.
Why this matters: RenoRun raised $173M and grew to serve 10,000+ contractors in just 4 years, but ultimately failed to achieve unit economics in the capital-intensive delivery logistics space. The shutdown illustrates the challenges of building fast-delivery logistics for B2B customers with thin margins, despite strong market validation and investor backing.
Best for: Best for general contractors and renovation firms seeking to reduce crew downtime by eliminating material procurement trips, though the service is no longer available.
Use cases
Emergency Material Runs
A contractor discovers mid-project they're short on drywall sheets. With RenoRun's 2-hour delivery, a crew member can quickly order materials via the mobile app rather than taking the entire crew off-site for a 2-hour run to the supply warehouse. The material arrives before lunch, keeping 4-5 workers productive on-site.
Multi-Site Logistics
A general contractor managing 3 simultaneous renovation projects across Toronto can order customized material bundles for each site from a single platform, with delivery scheduled to match the crew's arrival. RenoRun Pro subscription eliminates surprise delivery fees and guarantees same-day fulfillment.
Just-In-Time Inventory
Instead of pre-ordering bulk materials and managing on-site storage, a mid-sized contractor uses RenoRun to request materials as needed throughout the project week. This reduces material waste, theft, and weather damage while freeing up jobsite space.
Alternatives
Home Depot Pro
Established national retailer with broad inventory but lacks specialized 2-hour delivery and contractor-focused logistics optimization.
Lowe's for Pros
Traditional retailer program with contractor discounts but no fast-delivery infrastructure or mobile-first ordering experience.
Local Material Suppliers
Direct relationships with single suppliers rather than aggregated platform; varies by region and lacks standardized delivery SLAs.
FAQ
What was RenoRun? +
RenoRun was a construction tech platform that delivered building materials (lumber, drywall, hardware, paint) to contractor jobsites in as little as 2 hours. The company operated a vertically integrated model with e-commerce, local supplier partnerships, and owned warehouses to ensure rapid fulfillment across Canada. The company permanently shut down on April 26, 2023.
How much did RenoRun cost? +
RenoRun Pro subscription was $100 CAD/month (or $100 USD in the US) and included free same-day delivery plus 50% off rush 2-hour deliveries. The company also charged one-time flat delivery fees for non-subscribers and marked up material costs.
Who used RenoRun? +
RenoRun served general contractors, renovation professionals, and construction crews primarily across Canada (Montreal and Toronto at launch). By 2021, the company had over 10,000 customers and was reportedly the largest Home Depot purchaser in Canada.
Why did RenoRun shut down? +
RenoRun filed for creditor protection in March 2023 and ceased operations on April 26, 2023. Despite raising $173M in funding, the company could not achieve profitability in the capital-intensive delivery logistics model.
What alternatives exist? +
Contractors can use Home Depot Pro, Lowe's for Pros, Amazon Business, or local material suppliers. However, none offer the same 2-hour delivery speed or contractor-specialized experience that RenoRun provided.
Tags
construction
logistics
material delivery
contractor tools
e-commerce
B2B
last-mile delivery