How Much Does a Basement Renovation Cost Brampton?

Basement renovations are a great way to increase your living space as well as increase your home value. When you renovate your basement you are able to utilise your home's existing structure and make it a more functional area for your family.

The cost of renovating your basement in Brampton or the surrounding areas can vary depending on several factors, including the size of the area, what you want to do with it and extra features you want to include, such as a bathroom or kitchen. The costs of the materials have to be taken into account as well as the labour costs, extra finishing touches like the type of flooring and any  design upgrades such as other custom made features you may want to add.

Finishing a basement involves insulating the walls and joint sealing, painting walls and ceilings, making sure there is an accessible entryway. It also includes installing heat and electricity. Essentially designing the space to make it as liveable as primary living areas means that there are various materials and labour required to deliver a well finished basement.

The average basement renovation cost typically ranges anywhere between $55 to $80 per sq ft, worth mentioning that hiring contractors who get the job done right first time is important as far as basement renovations go. The lowest price quotes may not be the best option if you want an expertly renovated basement you can enjoy without any hiccups further down the line. 

If you had been thinking about finishing your basement and not sure how to go about it or the costs involved. The good news is that basement renovations are easier than ever before with more availability of reliable expertise and quality materials in and around Brampton. The first step when thinking about renovating is deciding what you want to do with the space and whether or not putting up walls will make sense for your floor area. After which comes selecting materials based off your style preference; usually though some opt against extra insulation so they can open things back up again after finishing touches such as new flooring or sound proofing between different areas where sound may travel easily through plasterboard.

Average cost for a standard basement renovation without a bathroom

The overall price of a basement renovation that is designed as a home gym, additional living area or office space is typically less expensive than creating a full suite with a functional bathroom or kitchen. Additionally it comes down to how the room will function - converting your basement into one that uses the existing floor space without adding any extra appliances such as bath or kitchen units is significantly more budget friendly and on average the costs of standard basement renovations start anywhere from $26000 to $40000. 

Premium basement finishing with lifestyle upgrades such as a home theatre will typically add about $20,000 to the overall costs. Bathroom or kitchen additions tend to add about $18000 to the project cost as that comes with necessary plumbing work.

There are several factors that impact the budget for a basement finishing. For example, there may be a need to dig floors deeper in order to raise the ceiling height, or installing new flooring. There may have to be pipes installed for plumbing, sometimes additional electrical works have to be done if they were not in place before. Not to forget about pumps to drain water, plus drywall installation and painting - all these things can add up if not planned into your budget from the start. Fortunately reputable basement contractors include the costs breakdown before starting your project which can help to plan an accurate budget in advance. Nonetheless it is usually advisable to have a 10% - 20% cushion in your budget for any unknowns that may arise during the renovation process.

Make Your Basement Renovation a Success With Brampton Basement Finishing

Basement renovations has been our expertise for well over a decade and we have helped to deliver countless basement finishing projects for Brampton residents. With an excellent team of design professionals and highly experienced contractors, your basement is in expert hands. Call today for a no-obligation consultation.