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Common questions about home renovations, additions, and custom builds in Toronto. Narrow results by service or topic, or browse paginated answers — each page is sized for faster loading on mobile.
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How long do renovation projects typically take?
Timelines depend on scope and complexity. A bathroom renovation takes 3–6 weeks, a kitchen renovation typically takes 8–12 weeks, basement renovations often take 4–8 weeks, and condo renovations are scheduled around corporation rules. Whole-home renovations may run 4–8 months. We provide a detailed schedule at your consultation and hold ourselves to it with our on-time completion guarantee.
Category:General
Topic:#Timeline
How long do typical basement renovations take in Toronto?
Most basement renovations take 4–8 weeks from demolition to completion. Factors affecting timeline include project size, complexity, permit approval times from the City of Toronto (typically 2–4 weeks), and whether structural modifications are needed. Our streamlined process often delivers projects faster than industry averages without sacrificing quality.
Category:Basement
Topic:#Timeline
How long does a bathroom renovation take in Toronto?
Most full bathroom renovations take 3–6 weeks from demolition to completion. We provide a detailed timeline at your consultation and hold ourselves to it with our on-time completion guarantee. Factors that can affect duration include the scope of plumbing changes, custom tile work, and fixture lead times.
Category:Bathroom
Topic:#Timeline
How long does a condo bathroom renovation take?
Most condo bathroom renovations are completed within 2–3 weeks of construction, minimizing disruption in your home. The full process from consultation to completion, including permits and condo board approval, typically takes 6–10 weeks total.
Category:Condo Bathroom
Topic:#Timeline
How long does a condo kitchen renovation take?
Most condo kitchen renovations are completed within 3–4 weeks of construction. The full process from consultation to completion, including design, condo board approval, and permits, typically takes 8–12 weeks total.
Category:Condo Kitchen
Topic:#Timeline
How long does a home addition project in Toronto take?
A home addition typically takes 6 to 14 months end-to-end. The pre-construction and permitting phase runs 2–6 months (projects that are fully zoning-compliant can clear permits in 1–2 months, while those requiring a Committee of Adjustment hearing for minor variances add 3–6 months). The active construction phase typically runs 4–8 months depending on complexity. We provide a detailed schedule that separates these phases so your expectations are realistic from day one.
Category:Home Additions
Topic:#Timeline
How long does a kitchen renovation take from design to completion?
Most kitchen renovations take 8–16 weeks depending on scope and complexity. We provide a detailed timeline at your consultation and our on-time completion guarantee keeps your project on track at every milestone. Cabinet lead times and custom fabrication are the most common factors that affect duration.
Category:Kitchen
Topic:#Timeline
How long does a rear or side expansion take?
Most rear and side expansions take 5–9 months from planning through final inspections: 2–3 months for design, drawings, and permit approval, followed by 3–6 months for construction. Laneway and garden suites typically take 6–10 months total. Premium projects in established neighbourhoods often require more detailed design and heritage review.
Category:Home Additions
Topic:#Timeline
How long does it take to build a custom home in Toronto?
A custom home build typically takes 12–18 months from design through completion. This includes 3–5 months for architectural design, engineering, and permits (longer if Committee of Adjustment variances or heritage approvals are needed), followed by 9–13 months of construction. Projects that are fully zoning-compliant can use FASTRACK permitting for portions under 100 m². Complex projects or homes in heritage areas may require additional time. We provide a detailed construction schedule that separates these phases before ground is broken.
Category:Custom Builds
Topic:#Timeline
How long will my project take?
Timelines depend on project type: most bathroom renovations take 3–6 weeks, kitchen renovations 6–8 weeks, and basement finishes 4–8 weeks. Home additions and custom builds are scoped individually based on complexity. We provide a clear, detailed timeline before work starts and hold ourselves to it with our on-time completion guarantee.
Category:General
Topic:#Timeline