Basement renovations · Hamilton
Warm, bright, dry living space below grade — a family room, guest suite, home gym, wet bar or a separate unit with its own entrance.
A basement is already enclosed, heated and connected to the house. Finishing it well is mostly about what you cannot see: dealing with moisture first, insulating the exterior walls, planning ducts and plumbing so ceilings stay as high as possible, and getting light into the space.
We look at the existing foundation, mechanical layout, ceiling height and windows before we draw anything, so the plan works with your basement rather than against it.
Bulkheads can often be tightened or relocated, and a careful layout puts the lowest areas over storage and hallways.
Any active water problem needs fixing at the source before finishing. We will tell you if we see signs of one.
Pot lights, lighter finishes and — where possible — larger windows or a walk-out make a big difference.
The right subfloor and flooring choice keeps a basement floor comfortable underfoot.
Real photos from a single Shabo walk-out entrance built under an existing deck.
The deck is temporarily shored and the area beside the foundation dug out to depth, with water managed as we go.
Timber forms set for the stairwell walls and stairs; concrete poured and the new door opening framed.
Board-formed walls, broom-finished steps and a landing sloped to a drain.
Exterior door installed, glass guards on the walls, and a new concrete pad tied into the yard.
How it works
Ceiling heights, moisture, mechanicals, windows and where a bathroom or entrance could go.
A layout that suits your goals, with drawings and permits arranged where they are needed.
Walls, insulation, plumbing, electrical and ductwork, inspected before they are closed in.
Drywall, flooring, doors, trim, bathroom and bar finishes.
Final inspection where required, then a walkthrough with you.
Projects
A separate entrance to the basement, built beneath an existing deck. The area beside the foundation was excavated with the deck shored, then a concrete stairwell was formed and poured, finished with a sloped…
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A finished basement bar with white shaker cabinets, a quartz counter, sink and dishwasher, set into a framed alcove with…
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It was a pleasure working with Johnny! Johnny and his team did a complete renovation of my bathroom. They did a fantastic job and and I am extremely pleased with the results. Johnny is very knowledgeable and helpful when it came to explaining all of the different options available. Johnny communicated throughout the renovation. I would highly recommend Shabo Construction! I am looking forward to working with Johnny again in the future.
I had my kitchen, powder room, and upstairs bathroom done. The work is absolutely beautiful! The team communicated with me throughout the entire process and provided regular updates about everything. I had trouble picking colours that would look nice in the space, and Johnny helped me pick some that would match the style I wanted. The rooms that they worked on were in rough shape, but now look nice and modern. The entire crew was very nice to work with, and I will definitely use their services again in the future!
We had an incredible time working with Johnny. He was so responsive and communicative throughout the whole process. Absolutely the most polite, friendly accommodating guy to work with. And, his workmanship and attention to detail was top notch. Excellent work, no corners cut. My bathroom is incredible, and everything I could have hoped for. 10 out of 10, will use again!!
Questions
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Finishing a basement often needs a building permit, especially when adding a bathroom, bedroom or separate unit, or changing structure. We check what applies to your plan and help you through the process.
It depends on size and scope, and on inspection timing when a permit is involved. A straightforward finish takes several weeks; a legal unit with a walk-out takes longer. We give you a realistic schedule with the estimate.
Yes. We plan a mechanical room with proper access and clearances, and box in pipes and ducts neatly elsewhere.
Moisture-tolerant floors such as luxury vinyl plank or porcelain tile are common choices. We look at your slab before recommending anything.
Where we work
Most of our work is in Hamilton and the communities around it. Not sure if we cover your street? Ask — it takes ten seconds.
Service areasFree estimate
Rough ceiling height, what is down there now and what you would like it to become. Photos help a lot.
Estimate request for: Basement Renovations
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