Renovated living room with a fireplace and wide-plank floors

Courtice, Ontario

Renovation contractor in Courtice

Kitchens, bathrooms, basements, legal basement apartments, additions and decks for Courtice homes, planned properly, permitted where required and managed from first visit to final walk-through.

(647) 424-1511

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Ontario Renovation Company

Renovations made for the way Courtice lives.

Courtice sits on Clarington's west side between Oshawa and Bowmanville, with established 1980s and 1990s neighbourhoods south of Nash Road and newer family subdivisions spreading north toward Taunton Road.

We work across Courtice between Oshawa and Bowmanville in Clarington, in 1980s and 1990s family homes and newer subdivisions with unfinished basements. The projects we are asked about most here are basement finishing, kitchen updates in homes reaching their first major renovation and decks for growing families.

Written scope

Every quote lists the work, the materials, the permits and the schedule before anything starts.

Permits sorted

We tell you what needs a permit, apply for it and book the inspections.

Trades in order

Demolition, rough-ins, inspections and finishes scheduled in the right sequence.

One point of contact

One person to call from the first visit to the final walk-through.

Permits & inspections

Permits in Courtice

Building permits in Courtice are issued by the Municipality of Clarington. Structural changes, additions, basement apartments, new bathrooms and most decks attached to the house need one, and electrical work needs an ESA permit. We tell you what applies before you sign, coordinate drawings, apply for the permit and book the inspections.

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Usually needs a permit

Additions, structural and load-bearing wall changes, basement apartments, new bathrooms or moved drains, and decks attached to the house or more than about 600 mm off the ground.

Usually does not

Replacing cabinets, counters, flooring or fixtures in the same place, painting, and most cosmetic updates.

Electrical

Done by a licensed electrical contractor under an Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) permit.

Secondary suites

Must meet the Ontario Building Code and Fire Code, plus local zoning, parking and entrance rules.

Inspiration

Ideas for your renovation

Kitchens, showers, built-ins, laundry rooms and finished basements. Bring any photo you love to your consultation and we will talk through what it takes.

Open-concept main floorOpen-concept main floor
Tiled walk-in showerTiled walk-in shower
White kitchen with islandWhite kitchen with island
Main-floor laundry roomMain-floor laundry room
Custom built-insCustom built-ins
Finished basementFinished basement

Areas served

Where we work

Ontario Renovation Company works throughout Courtice, including North Courtice, South Courtice, Courtice Road corridor, Hampton and Solina. We also serve nearby Oshawa, Bowmanville, Newcastle, Ajax, Port Perry and Pickering and the rest of Durham Region.

(647) 424-1511info@ontariorenovationcompany.com

Mon–Sat 8am–6pm

Investment

What shapes the price of a renovation in Courtice

Every house is different, so every project is quoted in writing after a visit. These are the factors that move the number.

Scope & size

How many rooms, how much square footage, and whether it is a refresh or a full gut.

Layout changes

Moving walls, plumbing or gas lines costs more than keeping the existing layout.

Structure

Load-bearing walls, beams, foundations and additions need engineering and permits.

Materials & finishes

Cabinets, counters, tile, flooring and fixtures range widely in price.

Condition of the house

Old wiring, plumbing, water damage or uneven floors found along the way.

Permits & drawings

Projects that need drawings, permits and inspections take more time and planning.

The process

Four steps, start to finish

01

Consultation

Tell us what you want to change and send a few photos. We visit, measure and talk through options.

02

Written Quote

A clear scope, materials, permits and schedule, in writing. No vague allowances.

03

Permits & Planning

Drawings, permits and material orders lined up before demolition starts.

04

Build & Walk-Through

Work done in the right order, inspected where required, and walked through with you at the end.

Complimentary quote

Start your project.

Tell us about your renovation in four short steps. We will reply to book a visit, usually within one business day.

  1. Share the details

    Project, location, budget and timing.

  2. Site visit & quote

    Scope, materials, permits and schedule, in writing.

  3. Enjoy the space

    Built in the right order and walked through with you at the end.

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02 Location

03 Details

04 Contact

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Kitchens, Baths & Interiors

Basements, Additions & Outdoor

Questions

Frequently asked

Are you a general contractor in Courtice?+

Yes. We manage renovations across Courtice from start to finish: kitchens, bathrooms, basements, basement apartments, additions, flooring and decks, with licensed electrical and plumbing trades scheduled as part of the project and one point of contact throughout.

Who issues building permits in Courtice?+

Building permits for Courtice are issued by the Municipality of Clarington. We tell you which parts of your project need a permit, coordinate drawings, apply on your behalf and book the inspections.

Can I build a legal basement apartment in Courtice?+

In many cases, yes. Ontario allows additional residential units in many houses, and the Municipality of Clarington sets the local zoning, parking and entrance rules. Every suite needs a building permit and must meet the Building Code and Fire Code. We check what your property allows before you commit.

How much does a renovation cost in Courtice?+

It depends on the scope, the size of the space, the materials and whether walls, plumbing or electrical are moving. Tell us about the project and send a few photos and we will visit and send a free written quote.

Which parts of Courtice do you serve?+

All of Courtice, including North Courtice, South Courtice, Courtice Road corridor, Hampton and Solina, as well as nearby Oshawa, Bowmanville, Newcastle and Ajax.

What renovations are most common in Courtice?+

With 1980s and 1990s family homes and newer subdivisions with unfinished basements, the projects we are asked about most in Courtice are basement finishing, kitchen updates in homes reaching their first major renovation and decks for growing families.

How do I get a quote in Courtice?+

Use the form on this page or call (647) 424-1511. Tell us the type of project, your timing and a rough budget; photos help. We will book a visit and send a written quote listing the scope, materials, permits and schedule.

Home Renovations in Courtice: Kitchens, Bathrooms, Basements and More

1970s to 1990s family homes in Courtice

Homes built in Courtice from the 1970s to the 1990s are reaching their first full renovation: original oak kitchens, tub-and-tile bathrooms, sunken living rooms and windows at the end of their life. Some of these houses also have materials worth checking before work starts, such as aluminum branch wiring from the late 1960s and 1970s or poly-B plumbing installed from the late 1970s to the late 1990s.

Newer homes built since 2000 in Courtice

Newer Courtice homes have good bones and builder-grade finishes. The most common projects are finishing the basement, often with a bathroom roughed in by the builder, and upgrading kitchens and ensuites. Engineered floor joists cannot be cut or notched without an engineer's approval, and in the first years of ownership it is worth checking how a change affects your Tarion new-home warranty.

Kitchen Renovations in Courtice

Kitchens in Courtice come in every shape, from the closed-off galley kitchens in older houses to builder-grade kitchens in newer homes that never quite worked. With 1980s and 1990s family homes and newer subdivisions with unfinished basements across North Courtice, South Courtice and Courtice Road corridor, there is no single template, so every kitchen remodel we plan here starts with the room in front of us.

Our Courtice kitchen projects follow a clear sequence: measure and plan, order long-lead items like cabinets, then demolition, rough-ins and inspections, followed by drywall, cabinets, counters, tile and finishing. You get one point of contact from start to finish.

Bathroom Renovations in Courtice

Many bathrooms in Courtice are original to the house, and in 1980s and 1990s family homes and newer subdivisions with unfinished basements that can mean anything from a tired 1970s three-piece to a builder-grade ensuite with a tub nobody uses. A bathroom remodel is one of the best-value updates in the home, as long as the work behind the tile is done properly.

Our Courtice bathroom remodels are fully managed: demolition, repairs, plumbing, electrical, waterproofing, tile, glass, fixtures and finishing, with a written schedule so you know how long the room is out of use.

Basement Finishing in Courtice

In Courtice, a finished basement is one of the most requested projects we quote, especially in 1980s and 1990s family homes and newer subdivisions with unfinished basements. Families in North Courtice, South Courtice and Courtice Road corridor use that space for a rec room, an office, a gym or a guest suite instead of moving to get more room.

We finish Courtice basements from bare concrete to move-in ready: insulation, framing, bathrooms, wet bars, laundry, pot lights, drywall, flooring and trim, with the permit and inspections handled.

Legal Basement Apartments in Courtice

In Courtice, homeowners are adding legal secondary suites to help with the mortgage and to keep family close. The key is building one properly, with a permit, so the unit is safe, insurable and adds value when you sell.

Before we quote a Courtice basement apartment, we confirm the Municipality of Clarington's requirements for your property. Then we plan fire separation, egress windows, the entrance, alarms, the suite kitchen and bathroom, and the permit, so the unit is legal from day one.

Home Additions in Courtice

Courtice homeowners add space with rear and side additions, second storeys over bungalows and four-season sunrooms, especially where 1980s and 1990s family homes and newer subdivisions with unfinished basements sit on lots with room to grow.

Accessible Renovations in Courtice

In Courtice, where homes include 1980s and 1990s family homes and newer subdivisions with unfinished basements, accessibility upgrades range from a single curbless shower to moving a bedroom and laundry to the main floor so the stairs become optional.

Renovating in Durham Region

Durham mixes post-war bungalows and older brick homes near the lake with large newer subdivisions to the north, so the work here ranges from first renovations on decades-old houses to finishing builder-grade basements in homes only a few years old.

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