If your basement is stuck as storage, we plan, build, and finish it so it feels like the rest of your home—not an afterthought you keep the door closed on.
What is bothering you now
Maybe you have boxes piled everywhere, a half-finished space, or a room that never quite feels dry or comfortable. These are the situations we are called into most often.
Low ceilings, poor lighting, and mismatched finishes make the basement feel more like a storage locker than part of your home.
Concrete underfoot, drafty walls, or past moisture issues make it hard to relax, let kids play, or invite guests to stay.
Random walls, awkward bulkheads, and scattered storage mean you lose square footage you are paying to heat and cool.
Work begins, stalls, or changes direction, leaving you with exposed framing, dust, and no clear completion date.
Our fix: A scoped, sequenced basement plan with protection, rough-ins, finishes, and inspections mapped out from day one so you know what is happening next and when you get your space back.
We start with how you want to live in the space, then design, phase, and build around that so every decision—walls, flooring, lighting, and storage—supports that plan.
Talk through your basement plansWhat to expect
We break the work into clear stages, protect the rest of your home, and give you straightforward updates so you are never guessing what is next.
We review how you want to use the space, check for moisture or structural issues, and map out walls, rough-ins, and access.
We handle protection, framing, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC rough-ins in a logical order so trades are not tripping over each other.
We close in walls and ceilings, install flooring suited to basements, and complete trim so the space feels like the rest of your home.
We walk the basement with you, handle touch-ups, confirm everything works as it should, and leave behind simple care notes.
Working around kids, tenants, or a home office? We can phase work so key areas stay usable while we build.
Key decisions
We walk you through the few decisions that matter most so you are not overwhelmed by options or stuck with finishes you regret.
In our planning meeting we look at how you live, how much natural light you have, and whether this is for family, guests, or rental—then narrow your choices to combinations that make sense.
Every basement is different, but most projects fall into these ranges based on size, rough-in needs, and finish level. We confirm exact pricing after a walkthrough.
Smaller scopes
Ideal when the structure is already in place and you need drywall repairs, flooring, paint, and lighting updates to make the space usable.
New bathroom rough-ins or major layout changes are quoted separately.
Most family basements
For unfinished or partially finished basements that need framing, rough-ins, drywall, flooring, and trim throughout.
Custom millwork, fireplaces, or extensive bathroom/kitchenettes priced as add-ons.
Premium and income suites
High-detail basements with custom finishes, built-ins, multiple bathrooms, or secondary suites where layout and compliance matter.
Legal secondary suite design, permits, and engineering can be coordinated and quoted with partners.
Quotes are fully itemized with allowances, contingency, and requested add-ons itemized for clarity. No hidden feesever.
What moves pricing
We walk you through these factors during the consult so you understand why one option costs more or less than another.
Moisture problems, old framing, or unsafe electrical need attention before we invest in new finishes.
Adding or moving bathrooms, laundry, or walls affects both cost and timing, especially in older basements.
Standard, durable finishes keep budgets predictable, while premium millwork, tile, and fixtures increase investment.
Tight stairs, limited parking, and condo or townhouse rules can change how quickly we can move materials and waste.
Working around tenants, home offices, or strict quiet hours can extend timelines and site visits.
Before we start, we review these factors with you, price them in plain language, and flag any that are optional versus must-do.
Get detailed basement pricingYou want a finished basement, not months of dust, delays, and guesswork. Here is how we keep the project under control.
You see exactly what is included, what is not, and how we handle surprises before any work starts.
We outline key dates for framing, rough-ins, inspections, and finishes so you know when each stage is happening.
We protect floors and walls on the way to the basement, manage dust, and reset pathways at the end of each day.
You have a single point of contact, daily check-ins while work is active, and quick answers if plans need to adjust.
If something related to our installation fails under normal use, we return to investigate and make it right.
The aim is not just a nicer basement—it is a smooth project that leaves you with livable space and no unresolved loose ends.
Preparation
A few small steps before we start make the work go faster, protect your belongings, and keep your schedule predictable.
Sometimes pausing the project first protects your budget and the long-term result.
What usually happens
What usually happens
What usually happens
Straight answers about timelines, disruptions, and what we handle for you.
Have more questions? We're here to help with planning, budgets, and timelines.
Book my basement consultRecent work across Toronto, Mississauga, and Brampton.
“I hired Mike to renovate my basement, and I could not be happier with the results. The work was absolutely phenomenal, every detail was executed with care, professionalism, and top notch craftsmanship.”
Sahil GosaliaBasement remodeling
“Working with KDM has been a complete pleasure. The entire team was friendly, prompt, efficient, and thorough. They under promised and over delivered. I got a beautiful basement that I am completely happy with in a timeframe that was barely an inconvenience. They cleaned before, during, and after so it was easy to move into the space.”
Melissa JansenBasement remodeling
“They are professional, detail oriented and just an amazing bunch of people to work with. Mike is very energetic and always willing to help you out in every possible way. The work quality is great and the timing is the best part, he finished my basement side entrance work before he promised.”
Sagar JaniBasement side entrance
Share how you want to use the space and when you would like it finished—our team will map out a clear plan, pricing, and schedule.
