Increase your basement ceiling height and create valuable living space with professional underpinning. Our licensed engineers and experienced crew safely lower your foundation while strengthening your home's structural integrity.
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Basement underpinning is the process of lowering your existing foundation to increase ceiling height and create additional living space. Our method strengthens your foundation while adding significant value to your home.
Add 12-18 inches of ceiling height to create comfortable, legal living space that meets building code requirements.
Our underpinning process actually strengthens your existing foundation with new concrete and proper reinforcement.
Transform unusable basement space into valuable square footage that significantly increases your property value.
Our systematic approach ensures structural safety while maximizing your basement's potential. Every project includes engineering assessment and permits.
Licensed engineer evaluates foundation, soil conditions, and determines optimal underpinning depth and method.
We handle all permits and create detailed construction plans approved by city engineers.
Careful excavation in sections with temporary support systems to maintain structural integrity.
Pour new concrete foundation with proper reinforcement, waterproofing, and drainage systems.
Typically, underpinning can add 12-18 inches of ceiling height, bringing most Toronto basements to the required 7'6" minimum for legal living space. The exact amount depends on your current foundation depth and soil conditions.
Most underpinning projects take 2-4 weeks depending on basement size and complexity. We work in sections to minimize disruption and maintain structural safety throughout the process.
Yes, when performed by licensed professionals. Our method includes structural engineering, proper permits, and systematic excavation with temporary supports. We've safely completed hundreds of underpinning projects in Toronto.
Our underpinning includes engineering assessment, permits, excavation, new foundation, waterproofing, drainage systems, and restoration. We provide detailed quotes with no hidden costs.
Underpinning is just the beginning. Complete your basement transformation with our comprehensive renovation and waterproofing services.
Complete waterproofing systems installed during underpinning for permanent moisture protection and basement health.
Interior Waterproofing →Transform your newly lowered basement into beautiful living space with complete renovation and finishing services.
Complete Renovation →Professional excavation services that work seamlessly with underpinning for complete basement construction projects.
Excavation Services →Get a free assessment from Toronto's underpinning experts. We'll evaluate your basement and provide detailed cost estimates for your project.
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