How much does basement renovation cost in Scarborough?

With Zigma Group, basement renovation starts from $32 per sq ft, and most projects fall between $36,000 and $85,000. Prices are in Canadian dollars before HST, as of October 2026, and are confirmed after a site visit. The main factors are finished floor area; adding a bathroom, bar or laundry; and waterproofing or ceiling-height work needed first.

Do I need a permit to finish my basement in Ontario?

Often, yes. A permit is usually required if you add or move plumbing, change heating, alter structure or add an entrance. Simple cosmetic work may not need one. We check with your municipality.

Can you add a bathroom in a basement?

Yes. It depends on where the main drain is and whether the new fixtures can drain by gravity or need a pump. We check this at the first visit.

Do you do basement renovation projects in Scarborough?

Yes. We work throughout Scarborough, including Agincourt, Guildwood, Birch Cliff, Cliffside, West Hill and Highland Creek. Call +1 (647) 718-3913 to arrange a visit.

Who issues the permit for this work in Scarborough?

Where a permit is needed, it is issued by the City of Toronto (Toronto Building, Scarborough district). We prepare the drawings and handle the application and inspections.

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Basement Renovation in Scarborough

A finished basement adds a full floor of living space without changing the outside of the house. Done properly, it starts with keeping the space dry and warm. In Scarborough, most houses are 1950s to 1970s bungalows, back-splits and two-storeys on generous lots.

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Finished room with wood flooring, recessed ceiling lighting and solid wood doors — From our Abtin project

Scope

What is included.

Moisture and foundation assessment
Insulation, framing and subfloor
Bathrooms, bars and laundry rooms
Electrical, lighting and heating
Egress windows and new entrances
Flooring, ceilings, doors and trim

Cost

What it costs.

From $32per sq ft

Most projects in Scarborough: $36,000 to $85,000

What moves the price

Finished floor area
Adding a bathroom, bar or laundry
Waterproofing or ceiling-height work needed first

Prices are in Canadian dollars before HST, as of October 2026. Every project is confirmed with a written quote after a site visit.

Local knowledge

Basement Renovation in Scarborough.

Homes like these
Post-war basements usually have reasonable height and a side entrance, which suits both family space and a second suite.
Housing
In Scarborough, most houses are 1950s to 1970s bungalows, back-splits and two-storeys on generous lots.
Permits
Building permits in Scarborough are issued by the City of Toronto (Toronto Building, Scarborough district). We prepare the drawings, submit the application and book the inspections.
Areas we cover
We work throughout Scarborough, including Agincourt, Guildwood, Birch Cliff, Cliffside, West Hill and Highland Creek.
Basement potential
Scarborough bungalows often have full-footprint basements with side entrances, which makes them good candidates for a legal second suite.
Part of Toronto
Scarborough follows Toronto's zoning and permit process, including the rules for garden suites and additional units.

Before you start

What to know.

Permits
In most GTA municipalities, finishing a basement needs a building permit when the work involves structural changes, new plumbing, heating changes or a new entrance. We confirm what applies to your address.
Water first
Any leak, damp wall or drainage problem has to be fixed before framing goes up. Finishing over moisture leads to mould behind the walls.
Ceiling height
Low ceilings, ducts and beams limit what a basement can become. If more height is needed, underpinning can lower the floor.

How we work

One team for every stage.

AssessWe survey the house as it stands.
Design and permitsDrawings and approvals before work starts.
Strip-outWhat is worn out comes off.
RebuildStructure, wiring, plumbing and walls.
FinishesCabinetry, tile, floors and paint.
HandoverWalkthrough and documents.

Questions

Basement Renovation in Scarborough: the short answers.

How much does basement renovation cost in Scarborough?: With Zigma Group, basement renovation starts from $32 per sq ft, and most projects fall between $36,000 and $85,000. Prices are in Canadian dollars before HST, as of October 2026, and are confirmed after a site visit. The main factors are finished floor area; adding a bathroom, bar or laundry; and waterproofing or ceiling-height work needed first.
Do I need a permit to finish my basement in Ontario?: Often, yes. A permit is usually required if you add or move plumbing, change heating, alter structure or add an entrance. Simple cosmetic work may not need one. We check with your municipality.
Can you add a bathroom in a basement?: Yes. It depends on where the main drain is and whether the new fixtures can drain by gravity or need a pump. We check this at the first visit.
Do you do basement renovation projects in Scarborough?: Yes. We work throughout Scarborough, including Agincourt, Guildwood, Birch Cliff, Cliffside, West Hill and Highland Creek. Call +1 (647) 718-3913 to arrange a visit.
Who issues the permit for this work in Scarborough?: Where a permit is needed, it is issued by the City of Toronto (Toronto Building, Scarborough district). We prepare the drawings and handle the application and inspections.