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GTA Underpinning Specialists

Licensed & Insured

Serving the Greater Toronto Area

See If Basement Lowering Is Right for Your Home

That dark, cramped basement could be a legal apartment or a proper living space. Book a free consultation to find out what's possible.

75+

Basements lowered

8ft

Typical ceiling height

4.8★

Google rating

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15% off the entire installation — book before Friday, June 5

Book Your Free Consultation

Tell us about your basement and we'll schedule a free on-site assessment to discuss your options.

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Why Underpin

Why Homeowners Lower Their Basements

Rental income from a basement apartment can cover a significant portion of your mortgage.

Transform a cramped storage area into a real family room, home office, or guest suite.

A properly finished, full-height basement adds substantial value to your home.

Need more space? Underpinning lets you expand without moving or building an addition.

Create a Legal Apartment

Rental income from a basement apartment can cover a significant portion of your mortgage.

Usable Living Space

Transform a cramped storage area into a real family room, home office, or guest suite.

Major Value Increase

A properly finished, full-height basement adds substantial value to your home.

Stay in Your Neighborhood

Need more space? Underpinning lets you expand without moving or building an addition.

Reviews

What Our Clients Say

Real feedback from homeowners across the GTA who trusted us with their projects.

Fast quote, even faster turnaround. The crew respected the property and kept everything tidy.

Alana R.

Google Review

They lowered our basement by 2 feet and the whole process was smoother than I expected. Engineering handled, permits handled, clean crew. Highly recommend.

Michael T.

Underpinning

We hired Buildoreno for a full exterior refresh. The communication was clear and the quality is excellent.

Jesse M.

Google Review

Our metal roof looks incredible and we finally don't have to worry about leaks every spring. Worth every penny for the peace of mind.

Sarah & David K.

Metal Roofing

They reinforced our foundation and handled the permits. Couldn't have asked for a smoother process.

Priya S.

Google Review

Complete backyard transformation. New patio, walkways, lighting, plantings—everything. Our kids basically live outside now.

Jennifer L.

Landscaping

Our backyard looks like a resort now. Great ideas, great execution.

Miguel T.

Google Review

Our condo board hired them after two failed repairs from other companies. They found the real issue — bad drainage — and fixed it properly. No leaks since.

Maria D.

Flat Roofing

Solid workmanship and a trustworthy team. We'll be calling them back for the next phase.

Diane K.

Google Review

Emergency call on a Sunday morning for a commercial roof leak. They were there by noon and had a temporary fix in place before end of day. Full replacement done the following week.

James H.

Flat Roofing

Had our flat roof replaced with TPO after years of patching. The crew was professional, finished on time, and the new membrane has been completely leak-free through two winters. Milestone billing was a huge plus.

Raj P.

Flat Roofing

Fast quote, even faster turnaround. The crew respected the property and kept everything tidy.

Alana R.

Google Review

They lowered our basement by 2 feet and the whole process was smoother than I expected. Engineering handled, permits handled, clean crew. Highly recommend.

Michael T.

Underpinning

We hired Buildoreno for a full exterior refresh. The communication was clear and the quality is excellent.

Jesse M.

Google Review

Our metal roof looks incredible and we finally don't have to worry about leaks every spring. Worth every penny for the peace of mind.

Sarah & David K.

Metal Roofing

They reinforced our foundation and handled the permits. Couldn't have asked for a smoother process.

Priya S.

Google Review

Complete backyard transformation. New patio, walkways, lighting, plantings—everything. Our kids basically live outside now.

Jennifer L.

Landscaping

Our backyard looks like a resort now. Great ideas, great execution.

Miguel T.

Google Review

Our condo board hired them after two failed repairs from other companies. They found the real issue — bad drainage — and fixed it properly. No leaks since.

Maria D.

Flat Roofing

Solid workmanship and a trustworthy team. We'll be calling them back for the next phase.

Diane K.

Google Review

Emergency call on a Sunday morning for a commercial roof leak. They were there by noon and had a temporary fix in place before end of day. Full replacement done the following week.

James H.

Flat Roofing

Had our flat roof replaced with TPO after years of patching. The crew was professional, finished on time, and the new membrane has been completely leak-free through two winters. Milestone billing was a huge plus.

Raj P.

Flat Roofing

4.9

Google Rating

150+

Reviews

98%

Would Recommend

Trust & Credentials

Licensed, insured, verified

WSIB Covered

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$5M Liability

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Common Questions

Frequently asked questions

Yes—the initial consultation is free. We'll assess your basement, discuss your goals, and give you a realistic sense of cost and timeline. Full engineering drawings are a separate (paid) phase if you proceed.

It depends on your situation. Some families stay during the work; others prefer to be elsewhere. We'll discuss what makes sense for your project during the consultation.

Costs vary significantly based on the height increase needed, foundation type, and scope. Budget $150-250+ per square foot as a rough range. We'll give you a more specific estimate at the consultation.

Yes—when done properly with engineering oversight. We work with structural engineers, pull proper permits, and follow a careful sequence. We've completed 75+ projects without incident.

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We'll tell you if it makes sense for your home.

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15% off entire installation — book before Friday, June 5

75+

Basements lowered

8ft

Typical ceiling height

4.8★

Google rating

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