STEP BY STEP GUIDE TO YOUR DREAM BASEMENT!

STEP 1: DISCOVERY & LAYOUT 

Timeline: 1-2 Days

Complimentary.

On-site consultation to assess basement-specific variables such as mechanical bulkheads and structural possibilities. We identify the best placement for rooms while accounting for low-hanging pipes and HVAC trunks common in GTA homes.

STEP 2: DESIGN & ARCHITECTURAL DRAWINGS

Timeline: 1-2 Weeks

Payment: 10%

Our design phase is centerred on creating precise architectural drawings. We develop detailed floor plans that optimize layouts and ensure full compliance with the Ontario Building Code (OBC). These drawings serve as the technical roadmap for construction and permit applications.

STEP 3: PERMITS & APPROVALS

Timeline: 4-8 Weeks

We handle all municipal submissions across the GTA. We secure specialized permits for structural changes and plumbing for new basement washrooms to ensure your project is 100% legal and safe.

STEP 4: SEPARATE ENTRANCE

Timeline: 1-2 Weeks

Payment: 25%

For projects requiring independent access, we construct the separate entrance before interior framing begins. Whether it is an above-grade side door or a below-grade concrete stairwell with drainage, this step is vital for legal suites and private access.

STEP 5: ROUGH-INS & FRAMING

Timeline: 2-3 Weeks

Payment: 20%

We frame tight to the ceiling to preserve every inch of height. Mechanical rough-ins for electrical and HVAC are strategically tucked into bulkheads to maximize the open feel of the basement.

STEP 6: INSPECTIONS

Timeline: 1 Week

Payment: 10%

Safety is paramount. We coordinate with ESA inspectors and City officials to verify framing, fire separation, and electrical safety before any drywall is installed.

STEP 7: FINISHES & TRIM

Timeline: 2-4 Weeks

Payment: 15%

Drywall and paint bring the light back in. We use light-reflective colors and moisture-resistant flooring (like luxury vinyl plank) that handles temperature shifts and looks stunning under low-profile lighting.

STEP 8: HANDOVER

Timeline: Final Week

Payment: 10%

The final reveal of your premium living space. We conduct a final code-compliance check and deep clean, handing over a space that feels like a natural extension of your upper floors.