Frequently Asked Questions

Home additions in Toronto typically range from $350 to $450 per square foot. For a standard 800-square-foot second-floor addition, this translates to $280,000 to $360,000. The final cost depends on interior finishes, structural complexity, and mechanical/electrical upgrades. In luxury neighbourhoods like Rosedale and Forest Hill, costs often trend toward the higher end. Your consultation includes a detailed, fixed-price quote.

Kitchen renovations typically range from $30,000 for essential upgrades to $150,000+ for luxury custom builds, depending on scope, layout changes, and finish quality. Kitchens with prefinished materials average around $28,000, while painted MDF cabinetry kitchens average $40,000. Your free consultation includes a detailed, fixed-price quote tailored to your specific project.

Garden suites typically cost $400–$550 per square foot, while laneway suites range from $450–$600 per square foot. Cost drivers include foundation requirements, utility connections, interior finishing level, and architectural complexity. Premium suites in Forest Hill, Rosedale, and Lawrence Park typically include higher-end finishes at the upper end of these ranges. Using the City of Toronto's new free pre-approved "Made in Toronto" plans can reduce design and permit costs significantly while keeping construction costs within these ranges.

Rear and side expansions commonly range from $360 to $480 per square foot. For a standard 500-square-foot expansion in a premium neighbourhood, that typically equates to $180,000–$240,000. Key cost factors include foundation requirements, interior finishes, mechanical upgrades, window and door specifications, and site access constraints. Your consultation includes a fixed-price quote.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.