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Upgrade Your Home—From the Ground Down
Why Renovate Your Basement?
Adds Valuable Living Space
Increases Home Value
Perfect for a Home Office or Gym
Customize your basement to fit your lifestyle with a quiet office, a personal gym, or a peaceful studio space.
Ideal for Entertaining
Great for Growing Families
Potential Rental Income
Increased Home Functionality
Add a laundry room, mudroom, or workshop boosting your home’s practicality without a full addition.
Custom Storage Solutions
A renovation allows homeowners to customize the kitchen to their lifestyle whether that means a breakfast bar, coffee nook, chef’s workspace, or open concept entertaining area.
Improved Comfort and Insulation
Upgraded insulation, flooring, and lighting turn a cold basement into a cozy, energy efficient retreat.

400+ Toronto Basements
More GTA basement renovations than almost any contractor in Toronto, with permits and inspections every time.

Rental-Ready Suites
We build legal secondary suites that pass City of Toronto inspection and are ready to rent from day one.

Moisture-First Approach
Every basement we touch is assessed for moisture and properly waterproofed before a single stud is framed.
Why Total Reno & Design?
Quality Work That Stands the Test of Time
Honest Work, Happy Homeowners
Our business is built on referrals from satisfied clients who trust us with their homes. We treat every project like a long-term partnership, not just a one time job.
Peace of Mind, From Start to Finish
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Most Toronto basement renovations require a building permit especially if you are adding a bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, or separate entrance.
Yes, if it meets Ontario Building Code requirements for a secondary suite: minimum ceiling height, egress windows, a separate entrance, kitchen, bathroom, smoke and CO2 detectors, and fire separation between units.
A standard finishing project takes 3 to 4 weeks. A basement with underpinning and a legal secondary suite including separate entrance can take 4 to 6 months depending on city permit.
Signs include efflorescence on concrete walls, musty odour, visible mould, water stains, or damp insulation. Our basement renovators perform a thorough moisture assessment as part of our free consultation.
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