Basement Renovation in Etobicoke, Toronto
Etobicoke is one of Toronto's most geographically diverse districts—a sweeping area that stretches from the waterfront communities of Mimico and Long Branch in the south to the sprawling residential subdivisions of Rexdale and Thistletown in the north. Its housing stock spans postwar bungalows on deep lots in Islington and Alderwood, executive homes in The Kingsway and Humber Valley Village, and solid mid-century builds throughout Etobicoke's established inner neighbourhoods. Whatever your home type, we help Etobicoke homeowners turn their overlooked lower level into a safe, beautiful, and fully livable space.
Every Etobicoke Basement Starts With the Right Plan
Etobicoke's wide range of home types—from compact postwar bungalows in Alderwood to sprawling executive homes in Humber Valley Village—means every basement project begins with a fresh assessment. Our design team evaluates your foundation type, ceiling clearance, existing mechanicals, and drainage conditions before a plan is drawn, so the finished result is safe, code-compliant, and exactly what you envisioned.
Why Etobicoke Homeowners Choose Peace of Mind Interiors
Etobicoke is a district of enormous variety—from the grand Tudor estates of The Kingsway to the deep-lot postwar bungalows of Alderwood and the 1960s ranch homes of Islington-City Centre West. No two Etobicoke basements are the same, and that is exactly how we treat them. Our team brings neighbourhood-specific knowledge, trade coordination, and design expertise to every project across the district—from Humber Bay Shores in the south to Thistletown in the northwest.
District-Wide Expertise
We have completed projects throughout all of Etobicoke's neighbourhoods—from Humber Valley Village and The Kingsway in the southeast to Rexdale, Thistletown, and Elms-Old Rexdale in the northwest—and understand the specific construction characteristics of each area.
Moisture & Foundation Control
Etobicoke's varied geography—lakeshore clay soils in the south, Humber River valley proximity in the centre—creates different moisture profiles across the district. We assess and engineer moisture solutions calibrated to your specific property and foundation type.
Fully Permitted
Every project is fully permitted through the City of Toronto. We manage all permit applications, schedule and attend all required inspections, and handle every city sign-off for framing, electrical, plumbing, egress, and fire separations so you never have to navigate city administration alone.
Strong Resale Impact
Etobicoke's real estate market has shown consistent strength across all its sub-districts, and a professionally finished basement can recover up to 70% of renovation costs in added home value—one of the highest-return improvements available to Etobicoke homeowners.
Your Etobicoke Basement Renovation in 4 Simple Steps
Free Consultation
We visit your Etobicoke home—whether a 1960s bungalow in Richview, a split-level in Islington Village, or a larger property in Humber Valley Village—inspect your basement in person, discuss your goals, and provide honest, realistic budget guidance. No pressure and no obligation.
Design & Quote
We produce detailed floor plans, 3D renderings, full material selections, and a fully transparent itemized quote with a clear construction timeline—all locked in and documented before any work begins on your Etobicoke property.
Expert Build
Our crews handle all City of Toronto permits and manage every trade—framing, insulation, electrical, plumbing, drywall, flooring, trim, and all finishing—under one coordinated schedule with one accountable point of contact throughout.
Final Reveal
We walk the completed space with you at handover, reviewing every surface, fixture, and finish detail—confirming the result matches exactly what we committed to from day one before we consider the project closed.
Basement Renovations Across the GTA
Proudly serving homeowners throughout Etobicoke and the Greater Toronto Area with exceptional basement finishing and renovation services.
Frequently Asked Questions About Etobicoke Basement Renovations
Straightforward answers to what Etobicoke homeowners ask us most before starting a basement renovation project.
Basement renovation costs in Etobicoke typically range from $35,000 to $85,000+, depending on the size, condition, and finish level of your project. Etobicoke's wide variety of housing—from compact 1950s bungalows in Rexdale to large custom homes in Humber Valley Village—means project scope and cost vary significantly. A basic open-concept finish starts near $25,000, while a full legal secondary suite with separate entrance, kitchen, bathroom, and egress window can exceed $100,000. Every project includes a free, fully itemized quote with no obligation.
Most Etobicoke basement projects take 6–12 weeks from start to completion. Smaller bungalow basements in neighbourhoods like Richview or Rexdale typically finish faster, while larger projects in Humber Valley Village or Islington Village with higher-specification finishes or structural work may run 12–16 weeks. A detailed, realistic timeline is built into every quote we deliver so your household can plan confidently.
Yes. Any Etobicoke basement renovation involving new framing, electrical, plumbing, egress windows, or changes to fire separations requires a City of Toronto building permit. Etobicoke falls entirely under Toronto's jurisdiction since amalgamation, and all projects must comply with the Ontario Building Code. We manage the full permit application, coordinate all required city inspections, and handle every sign-off as a standard part of our service—no extra cost, no extra stress for you.
Absolutely. Secondary suites are permitted across most residential zones throughout Etobicoke under City of Toronto bylaws. We design and build fully code-compliant basement apartments—with separate entrances where site conditions allow, proper fire-rated assemblies, compliant egress windows, full kitchens, and legal ceiling heights—passing all city inspections. With Etobicoke's strong rental demand, especially near Kipling, Islington, and Royal York GO and subway stations, a finished suite is an outstanding income-generating addition to your property.
Moisture control is the first priority on every Etobicoke project. The district's older clay-soil foundations, aging weeping tile systems, and proximity to both the Humber River and Lake Ontario can all contribute to hydrostatic pressure and seasonal moisture infiltration in lower levels. Before framing begins, we carry out a thorough moisture assessment and deploy the right solution—interior drainage membranes, perimeter channels, high-capacity sump pumps, and full vapour barrier systems—using mould-resistant materials throughout to ensure the finished space stays dry and healthy for decades.
Etobicoke homeowners use their finished basements for a wide range of purposes reflecting the district's diverse demographic. The most popular uses include income-generating rental suites, nanny and in-law suites, home offices and remote work studios, kids' playrooms and homework spaces, home gyms, media rooms, and guest bedrooms with full bathrooms. In larger Humber Valley Village and Islington properties, clients often combine two or three of these uses in a single thoughtfully designed lower level.
Yes! We offer 0% APR financing through Financeit with flexible terms up to 180 months, making your Etobicoke basement project accessible with affordable weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly payments. Apply in minutes online or ask about your financing options during your free consultation—no obligation to proceed.
What Etobicoke Homeowners Say About Us
"We have a large 1960s ranch bungalow in Humber Valley Village with a basement that was completely untouched—raw concrete, original cast-iron plumbing, no insulation whatsoever. Peace of Mind assessed the moisture situation, installed a proper drainage system before any framing went up, and delivered a finished lower level with a home theatre, a full bathroom, and a guest bedroom that guests actually fight to stay in. The craftsmanship is excellent and every permit was pulled and passed without issue."
"Our split-level in Islington Village has a basement that we'd been meaning to finish for years. Peace of Mind came in, worked around the low soffit along the ductwork, and designed a smart open-concept layout with a home office nook, a proper laundry room, and a kids' play area with built-in storage. They handled every permit, managed all the trades, and finished two days ahead of schedule. Couldn't be happier with the result or the process."
"We own a detached home in Richview and built a fully legal basement rental suite with Peace of Mind. They handled the permit, the separate entrance, the egress windows, the fire-rated walls—everything required for a compliant unit. The suite was rented within a week of completion and has been cash-flow positive every month since. Their team was professional, clean on-site, and completely on budget. We've already recommended them to four neighbours."
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Ready to Transform Your Etobicoke Basement?
Whether your home is in Humber Valley Village, Islington Village, Richview, Rexdale, Stonegate-Queensway, Mimico, or anywhere across Etobicoke—we're ready to bring your basement vision to life. Request your free, no-obligation consultation today.