Whole-Home Remodel
Top-to-bottom remodel — kitchen, bathrooms, flooring, doors, trim, and paint — coordinated under one project manager and one schedule.
Home Remodeling in Toronto
Osoba Renos & Design remodels homes across Toronto — kitchens, bathrooms, basements, and full-home rebuilds with permits handled, designer finishes, and a 5-year workmanship warranty. Full-time in-house crew, never subcontracted.
What Toronto home remodeling covers
Kitchen Remodel
Custom cabinetry, quartz or stone counters, tile backsplashes, modern islands, and updated layouts that open the kitchen to the rest of the home.
Bathroom Remodel
Walk-in showers, freestanding tubs, custom tilework, designer vanities, and proper waterproofing.
Basement Remodel
Finished basements, basement apartments, soundproofing, and waterproofing — built to City of Toronto code.
Open-Concept Conversion
Structural wall removal, beam engineering, and floor patching to open up older Toronto layouts. Engineer drawings included.
Flooring, Trim & Paint
Engineered hardwood or vinyl plank installation, baseboards, casings, and a full repaint with premium finishes.
Looking for a specific scope? See our full home renovation, bathroom renovation, or basement renovation pages.
Toronto home remodeling cost & timeline (2026)
Five pricing tiers we see most often in Toronto. Permit time is on top of the construction window — usually 4–8 weeks at the City of Toronto plan exam.
| Scope | Cost range | Construction time | Typical inclusions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen renovation | $25,000–$50,000 | 3–5 weeks | Demo, cabinetry, counters, backsplash, appliances, lighting, electrical updates. Above $50,000 is beyond our typical scope. |
| Multi-room remodel | $50,000–$90,000 | 6–10 weeks | Kitchen ($25k–$50k) + main bath ($12k–$22k) + main-floor flooring, coordinated under one schedule. Final quote depends on finishes. |
| Whole-home remodel | $80–$150/sq. ft. | 8–16 weeks | Every room: kitchen, bathrooms, flooring, doors, trim, lighting, paint. Priced per sq ft at estimate; temporary relocation usually recommended. |
| Add structural / open-concept | +$15,000–$45,000 | +1–3 weeks | Load-bearing wall removal, engineered LVL or steel beam, floor patching. Engineer review and City of Toronto permit included. |
| Add second-suite conversion | +$30,000–$70,000 | +3–6 weeks | Egress windows, fire-separation, separate entry, secondary kitchen, separate HVAC where required. Multiplex bylaw eligible. |
Toronto permits & zoning that affect your remodel
The five rules that decide whether your project is straightforward, slow, or impossible — and the multiplex / garden-suite bylaw changes that opened up new options in 2023.
Building permit (City of Toronto)
Required for structural changes, plumbing relocation, new electrical loads, basement finishing, and any second-unit work. Plan-exam queue is usually 4–8 weeks. We submit drawings on your behalf and respond to plan-exam comments.
ESA electrical permit
Pulled separately for any panel change, circuit addition, or aluminum-wiring retrofit. ESA inspects at rough-in and final. Required for second suites and any kitchen rebuild with new appliance circuits.
Multiplex zoning (Bylaw 89-2023)
Toronto now allows up to four units per lot in most residential zones as of 2023. Many lots can convert basement + main floor into a duplex, or add a third or fourth unit, without rezoning. We confirm what your specific lot supports.
Garden suites and laneway suites
Toronto permits detached garden suites and laneway suites on most residential lots, subject to lot size, setbacks, and tree-protection rules. Permit timeline is typically 3–6 months including Committee of Adjustment if a minor variance is required.
Heritage districts
Wychwood Park, Cabbagetown, Riverdale, Roncesvalles, the Annex, and several other Toronto neighbourhoods are inside Heritage Conservation Districts. Exterior work needs heritage permit review — interior remodels generally do not.
Read our deep-dive on Toronto and Etobicoke home renovation permits in 2026 for the full process.
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Questions answered
Home Remodeling Toronto — FAQ
How much does home remodeling cost in Toronto in 2026?
Toronto home remodels range widely: Kitchen renovations typically run $25,000–$50,000. Projects above $50,000 are typically beyond our usual scope. Bathroom remodels $12,000–$22,000. Finished basements $100–$150/sq. ft. Full-home remodels $80–$150/sq. ft. Final cost depends on size, finish level, and structural scope.
How long does a Toronto home remodel take?
Kitchen or bathroom remodels run 3–6 weeks. Finished basements run 4–8 weeks. Whole-home remodels run 8–16 weeks depending on size and scope. Permits add 4–8 weeks before construction starts.
Do I need a permit to remodel my Toronto home?
Permits are required for plumbing relocation, electrical reconfiguration, structural changes, basement finishing, and any second-unit work. Cosmetic remodels (paint, flooring, like-for-like fixture swaps) generally do not need a permit.
Do you handle Toronto remodeling permits?
Yes. We pull City of Toronto building permits, ESA electrical, and plumbing permits as part of the project. We prepare drawings, schedule inspections, and close out the permit at the end of the job.
What changed with Toronto multiplex zoning in 2023?
Toronto Bylaw 89-2023 legalised up to four residential units on most lots in residential zones without rezoning, subject to setbacks, parking, and unit-size minimums. For homeowners, this means many lots can now legally support a duplex, triplex, or fourplex configuration — useful for income properties or multigenerational living. We confirm what is allowed on your specific lot before scoping the remodel.
Can I add a garden suite or laneway suite to my Toronto property?
Yes — Toronto allows detached garden suites on most residential lots and laneway suites on lots with public laneway access. The permit timeline is typically 3–6 months and includes setback, tree protection, and lot-size requirements. We design and build both, and handle the Committee of Adjustment step if a minor variance is needed.
How do I know if my Toronto home is in a heritage district?
Look up your address on the City of Toronto Heritage Register (cityoftoronto.ca/heritage). If your property is inside a Heritage Conservation District (Wychwood Park, Cabbagetown, Riverdale, Roncesvalles, the Annex, and others), exterior changes require a heritage permit. Interior remodels are usually unaffected. We flag heritage scope during the site visit.
What is the difference between renovation and remodeling?
In everyday Toronto usage, the words are interchangeable — both mean construction work on an existing home. Technically, "renovation" emphasises restoring or refreshing (paint, finishes, fixtures), while "remodeling" emphasises reconfiguring the space (moving walls, changing layout, adding rooms). Most Toronto projects are a mix of both, which is why we price them on scope rather than label.
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