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Maybe you’ve just bought your first home. Perhaps you’ve owned your home in Oakville for years. Whatever the situation, you’ve got your eye on doing something with the basement.

For starters, you want to finish the space. A finished basement is an asset for several reasons. When you begin to think of what can be done with the basement, finishing and possibly a complete basement renovation makes a lot of sense. Let our team at Penguin Basements help you explore this option and provide some ideas of what you can do with the basement.

What’s Involved in a Basement Finishing?

Several tasks go into managing a basement finishing. To some degree, the order of how things are done, and even which tasks are included depends on the basement’s current condition. Look to our Penguin Basements team to outline what your basement needs and how long the finishing will take.

The typical finishing project will involve some type of foundation repair followed by a mold treatment. There’s also crawlspace encapsulation to consider, along with waterproofing the entire space. The result is additional space that’s suited for more than just a storage.

Penguin Basements is one of the best renovation contractors in Oakville. Talk to us about your basement needs and we will be happy to build you one. We also offer financing options suiting your needs.

The General Benefits of Having a Finished Basement

Whatever you decide to do with the basement, it will provide a few basic benefits. One of them has to do with increasing the energy efficiency of your home. Once the basement finishing is done, it will be easier to control the temperature and humidity in the home. That means saving money on utility costs.

Another has to do with air quality. The mold that forms in an unfinished basement has a way of spreading to other parts of the house, including the duct system. Eliminating the moisture in the basement will prevent from forming mold and will also keep the air in your home a little cleaner and healthier.

A third benefit is that basement finishing adds value to the home. That may not be a big deal right now since you have no plans on moving. Even so, a home that’s worth more would come in handy if you needed a loan and wanted to use the property as security.

Ways You Can Put a Finished Basement to Good Use

There’s a lot that can be done with your newly finished space. Among the possible functions the basement can fulfill are:

Another Bedroom For Your Growing Family: Things are getting a little crowded upstairs. With another baby on the way, you need to think of where everyone will sleep. In terms of personal use, converting the basement into another bedroom makes a lot of sense. You’re eldest will love this, since it means not having to share a bedroom with a brother or sister.
A Second Suite: Sometimes you need sleeping space for reasons other than those who live in the house. When overnight guests show up, having a second suite in the basement works out well. Second suites can include bathrooms that ensure guests have all the privacy and quiet they want.
A Second Suite: Sometimes you need sleeping space for reasons other than those who live in the house. When overnight guests show up, having a second suite in the basement works out well. Second suites can include bathrooms that ensure guests have all the privacy and quiet they want.
A Brand-New Family Room: Every home needs a space that people can live in without having to tidy up at the end of the day. Converting the finished basement into a family room is the solution. It’s fine if the kids leave the games out or if you decide to leave a stack of magazines on a table to read later. If someone drops by and you don’t want them to see the clutter, close the basement door and usher them into your pristine living room.

There’s even more that you can do with the basement after it’s finished. Talk with our team and Penguin Basements and we’ll help you settle on the perfect solution.

Why You Need Professionals to Handle the Finishing and Renovation

Attempting to finish a basement takes skill, time, and the right equipment. The typical homeowner is short on all three fronts. By choosing to hire us, it’s possible to ensure everything complies with current building codes and the work is done properly.

Penguin Basements is Renomark certified which means the quality of the planning and the work itself will be the best. Talk to one of our contractors and you’ll immediately see how thorough our team happens to be. We’ll also take care of things like permits, provide warranties on the materials used, and guarantee our work.

Are you ready to get started? Get a contractor with true Renosense™ in Oakville, Halton, or the Greater Toronto Area. Call our Penguin Basements team at 416-633-7180 or fill out the FREE ESTIMATE form on this page. We’ll have someone on the way to look at your basement, develop a plan that suits your wants and needs, and ensure that you’re happy with the results.

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”great job, quality, customer service, value for money, and over all excellent job!“
Anonymous on HomeAdvisor
”We recently used Penguin Basements to finish our basement in Newmarket, Ontario. We had seen their sign around town, and figured we should inquire about their service and finishing system. We did inquire with some other companies as well, but found Penguins' presentation made the most sense for us. We are pleased to say that everything — from the first response of our inquiry, to the finished product — has been very seamless and actually quite enjoyable.“
Dennis Foot on Facebook
”Guy... what to say?! What a guy! had the pleasure of speaking with him this evening and all I can say is that he knows housing. so informative, fun and really a helpful guy. Very honest. actually helped convince us of what needs to be done. even though he told us that renovating our basement is actually not a good idea he took the time to go over with us some other options. Eye opener! Thanks Guy.“
Francesca D'Angelo on Facebook
’Claudio, our finishing supervisor should get an 11/10. He showed incredible professionalism, skill, and commitment to making the customer happy.“
Qasim Khan on Houzz
”Basement Bliss. No contracting work proceeds without a hiccup, but it's how you contractor deals with such issues that shows whether they care about the customer or just the money. It's obvious that everyone at this company is passionate about what they do. Highly recommended.“
Reg on Trustpilot
”It was a great experience from their initial guidance in design to the final project. Biggest pros - quality of work and accountability. The builder trend app is fantastic. It was an aggressive schedule but they delivered. And our project lead Alan was exceptional. Cons - there were a few disconnects early with the demo phase. And the work comes at a significant premium, so the benefits (quick completion, accountability, quality) need to be worth it. For us they were.’
Brad on Homestars
“I wanted to thank Dan and Josh for their outstanding and professional service! I hired them to finish my basement and our basement now looks amazing. I highly appreciate their work quality and material selection!”
John T on Google
”I always had concerns about which company to use to finish my basement. Penguin Basements put me at ease, from the sales person Dan who brought an floorpan that I would never have considered, to Vince, the project manner, who kept me well informed and made sure the project was done to the highest of standards. There were no real surprises along the way, and they made sure we were happy every step. Fantastic Job.”
Todd on Homestars
”We had an excellent experience with all the staff at Penguin Basements from our first meeting, through to the end of the project. All the contractors we met throughout the project who worked on the basement were professional and did an amazing job. We can't wait to use our additional living space to entertain our family and friends!”
Linda in Ajax
”The Penguin process worked well for us and the people who worked on our basement were professional, appear very skilled, and were aware and courteous of the intrusion their work had on our family's life. Penguin Basements more than met our expectations.“
David in Newmarket
”The basement came out better than we had planned! We have already recommended Penguin to our colleagues and friends! Thank you Penguin for an amazing experience and for giving us an awesome living space that our family will be sure to enjoy for years to come!“
Chris in Stouffville
“Everyone at Penguin was very professional and helpful in our project. Not only was it finished on time and on budget but it also has a very solid construction. We are very pleased with the quality of the workmanship.”
Lisa in Toronto
"It came together ABOVE what I had imagined."
David in Toronto
"We recently moved into our new home (2009) and we planned on finishing our basement. Our neighbours across the street had your sign on the lawn so we decided to see the completed work. It looked professional and we then requested a quote. 3 weeks later we had a brand new finished basement, simply amazing and thanks for everything."
Jeff and Amanda in Richmond Hill
"Just a note to let everyone at Penguin Basements know how pleased I am with my new Basement. Your three-man crew was amazing! They started at 9am, and by 3 that afternoon, they had already framed half of the perimeter of the basement. Two weeks later the job was completed and all the debris was removed. Thank you for a great job! We couldn't be happier. I will definitely recommend your company to family and friends."
John and Rebecca in Maple
"We could not have asked for more from a Renovation Company. For starters, our consultant was very knowledgeable. He knew exactly what we had in mind and met of all of our requirements Secondly the installers were professional and efficient. And finally the basement has been a tremendous addition to our home as Greg and Mary now have a place to play with all their toys."
James and Lisa in Oakville
"After 8 years in my house I finally had it with the messy basement. I called Penguin Basements and asked them for their advice on a design. I was really impressed by all the designs and concepts Alexander created. He advised me on all my choices, gave me a great price and completed the job in just 16 days, from start to finish. They carefully cleaned up after themselves and were always anxious to accommodate me. I'm very pleased! Thanks Again!"
Cathy & Bruce in Richmond Hill
"We could not have asked for more from a renovation company. For starters, our consultant was very knowledgeable. He knew exactly what we had in mind and met all of our requirements. Secondly, the installers were professional and efficient. Finally the basement has been a tremendous addition to our home as Greg and Mary now have a place to play with all their toys."
James & Lisa in Richmond Hill
"Dear Penguin Basements, we are still raving about the quality of the job that was done in our basement. We especially feel a big difference when the temperatures hit the freezing mark! Hats off to your crew for a great job repairing the cracked walls and finishing off the basement. Thanks again for a job well done!"
Shirley & Tom in Richmond Hill