Basement Finishing
We take care of all aspects of your basement finishing project. We will work with you on the design, we will take care of demolition, delivery of materials, build, cleanup and garbage disposal. For years, we have been providing a cost effective and responsive basement renovations service in the Aurora area.
Professional Basement Finishing
What is involved in finishing a basement with a professional basement renovations company, and how long will it take? The following are most common aspects of a basement finishing project, which should take on average about 2 weeks for an average size home of 2,500 square feet. Larger basements will take longer, while smaller basements could be finished in about 7-10 business days
Basement Layout and Plans
Our interior design consultants will work with you to measure your basement, discuss your inspirations and your vision and will create a few detailed design options for your review
Budget and Estimates
When you are happy with the basement plans, we will present you with a detailed price quote for the entire project. You often hear that construction projects run over budget, to ensure that our clients pay exactly what they agreed to pay, we take great care in preparing accurate and detailed price estimate. You can use an estimating guide from http://www.bakerstreet-hi.ca to get a rough idea of the costs to finish a basement in the Greater Toronto Area
Basement Construction Start Date
We will set a start date that fits your schedule
Demolition
If your basement project requires demolition, we will do that for you and will dispose of any and all waste
Construction Permits and Inspections
If you need our help in obtaining appropriate permits, we will assist you with permits and inspections
Quality Construction Materials
On the first date of the project all construction materials will be delivered to your site and stored in a safe location either in your basement or your garage
Basement Layout Chalk lining
Our site supervisor will do a walk through with you, discuss any site specifics and will them mark your basement floor with a chalk line before the start of framing
Framing, Electrical and Plumbing rough-ins
During framing, our electricians will run all the wiring and install electrical point rough-ins, and our plumbers will run PLEX water lines and drains
Drywall and Taping Basement Walls
Once the framing is complete, our drywall crew will install wall boards and then tape and plaster all joints, corners and bulk-heads
Basement Flooring and Tiling
Once drywall and taping work is complete, laminate and tile flooring will be installed
Basement Staircase
If finishing a staircase is part of the project, carpenter will install treads, nosing, pickets and railing
Basement Fireplace and Feature Walls
If your project includes a fireplace or a feature wall, stone veneer or a mantel will be installed
Trim and Decorative Mouldings
Once the flooring work is complete, doors, casings and various decorative moldings will be installed
Priming Walls and Cielings
Your basement is ready for painting. Our painting crews, will inspects the walls and repair any minor defects so that wall surfaces are smooth and ready for priming.
One or two coats of primer will be applied and once the primer is dry your walls and trim are ready to be painted in the colors you selected
Painting and Staining
Finally, the staircase will be stained and a coat of finish will be applied based with your selection of stain and finish
Installing Kitchens and Cabinetry
If your project includes a kitchen, bar or other cabinetry it will be installed before the final coat of paint is applied
Electrical and Plumbing Fixtures
Then all plumbing and electrical fixtures will be installed and our site supervisor will conduct a throughout walk-through with you to identify and mark any minor defects that are to be repaired
Final Basement Inspection and touch-ups
Final touch-ups is the final step in your basement finishing project and once completed, you are ready to enjoy your new living space!
