Our basement renovation expertise can turn a dark, damp basement into a whole new space for family living, a new home office, home cinema, second bathroom, or dedicated play space for the kids.
Preparation is key to a successful basement renovation that will stand the test of time, and ensure the safety and long-term value of your space. Our ‘must have’ elements for a great basement renovation include:
- Waterproofing: Vital for sealing and protecting your basement from moisture and preventing costly water damage.
- Radon Detection: An essential safety measure for your home’s air quality, and potential exposure levels in the basement.
- Egress Windows: Keep your basement bright and airy with windows for light and ventilation. By law, basement egress windows are required for any basement bedroom as an escape route.
- Vapour Barriers: Protects your space from moisture penetration, ensuring a dry and comfortable environment.
- Insulation: Critical for energy efficiency and temperature control, making your basement liveable year-round.
- Sump Pump: A necessary installation to prevent flooding and keep your basement dry.
- Permits: A building permit is usually required for installing or enlarging a basement window, as it usually involves cutting through the foundations.
These are not just ‘nice to have’ additions, they are fundamental to any effective and attractive basement renovation. Our design-build expertise guarantees that your basement is truly built to last, with every detail handled properly from start to finish.
Legal basement apartments
Make some extra income from your detached or semi-detached home by renovating your basement into a self-contained apartment. Basement apartments can also be called a secondary suite, secondary unit, rental unit, or Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU), but they all require the same carefully planned renovation to be safe and legal.
K&M Construction can manage every step of the renovation, including navigating the permit process to ensure your legal basement apartment is safe, functional, and fully compliant with (local) code. We handle all necessary inspections, municipal zoning requirements, safety features and design elements to create a space that will make you money. With us, your basement apartment will be ready for tenants quickly and efficiently.
We only construct apartments that are fully legal, compliant with local and city by-laws, and with proper fire safety and other measures including minimum ceiling heights and separate access. Legal basement conversions will enhance your property value, and provide reassurance to your tenants. Remember too that this is a significant space under your own home, so it’s important it is built without compromising your own home’s structural integrity!
Contact us to arrange your free consultation to discuss the viability and suitability of your property’s basement for use as an apartment.