Basement renovations in Ottawa
A basement is where moisture, structure and mechanical systems meet. We plan it as a system first and a finished room second. That means looking at drainage, insulation, ceiling height and the furnace and panel before choosing a floor.
The result can be a family room, a home office, a gym, or the start of a separate suite. Liam helps you decide what the space should do and what it needs to get there.
What is included
Every project is scoped in writing. This is the kind of work this service covers.
- Framing, insulation and vapour control
- Drywall, ceilings and lighting
- Flooring suited to a below-grade slab
- New bathrooms and wet bars
- Egress windows where a bedroom is planned
- Furnace, panel and ductwork changes
- Coordination with waterproofing and underpinning specialists
Who is on the crew
A typical basement renovation calls in these trades, in this order. Yours may need more or fewer. Liam confirms the crew in the written scope.
| Trade | Plan | Demo | Rough-in | Close-in | Finish |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engineer or waterproofing | Plan | Demo | |||
| Framer | Rough-in | ||||
| Electrician | Rough-in | Finish | |||
| Plumber | Demo | Rough-in | Finish | ||
| HVAC | Rough-in | ||||
| Insulation | Close-in | ||||
| Drywall and taping | Close-in | ||||
| Flooring | Finish | ||||
| Finish carpenter | Finish | ||||
| Painter | Finish |
Good to know
Can you lower the basement floor for more headroom?
Underpinning is a specialist trade and needs engineering. We bring in the right people and plan the rest of the work around it.
What about moisture?
We look for the source before anything is built over it. If the walls or floor need work, that comes first.
Planning a basement renovation?
Book a site visit. Liam will look at the space with you and tell you plainly what the project involves.