Country Renovations Inc. has been transforming homes across North York since 2014, from the sprawling mid-century bungalows of Willowdale and Bayview Village to the post-war side-splits and back-splits that line so many of the area’s quiet residential streets. North York’s mix of generous lot sizes and aging 1950s and 1960s housing stock makes it one of the most rewarding parts of the city to renovate, whether you are opening up a closed-in floor plan or modernizing decades-old mechanicals. We are HCRA-registered, fully licensed, insured, and WSIB-covered, so every North York project is handled to current Ontario standards.
Renovation services we offer in North York
- Kitchen Renovation — custom cabinetry, islands, and open-concept layouts.
- Bathroom Renovation — spa-quality bathrooms, walk-in showers, and ensuites.
- Basement Renovation — finished basements and legal second units.
- Home Additions & Custom Builds — second-storey additions and custom homes.
What homes in North York are like
Much of North York was built out during the post-war boom, which means a large share of homes are detached bungalows and side-splits on deep lots — ideal candidates for second-storey additions, rear extensions, and basement underpinning to add height and headroom. Many of these houses still carry their original kitchens, single bathrooms, and 60-amp or 100-amp electrical service, so renovations here frequently combine cosmetic updates with electrical upgrades, knob-and-tube replacement, and reconfiguring compartmentalized rooms into the open layouts today’s families want.
Why North York homeowners choose us
- Free, no-obligation in-home estimate
- Written fixed-price agreement and workmanship warranty
- Transparent, itemized pricing with no surprise charges
- Local North York references available on request
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a permit to renovate my North York bungalow?
Interior cosmetic work usually does not, but anything structural — removing load-bearing walls, adding a second storey, underpinning a basement, or creating a legal second unit — requires a City of Toronto building permit. As a former borough now part of Toronto, North York falls under the City’s permit and zoning bylaws, and we handle the drawings and applications for you.
What is a typical renovation project in North York?
One of the most common requests we get in Willowdale and Bayview is converting a dated post-war bungalow into a brighter open-concept main floor while finishing the basement into a legal rental or in-law suite — a strong move given the area’s strong rental demand near Yonge and the subway line.
How long does a North York basement renovation take?
A standard finished basement in North York typically runs 6 to 10 weeks. If we are underpinning to gain ceiling height or adding a legal second unit with its own entrance, expect 12 to 16 weeks once permits are issued.
Ready to start your North York renovation? Contact us for a free estimate and a written, fixed-price quote from a licensed, HCRA-registered team.