Full Home Renovation!

Maple Leaf Quality Renos manages your full home renovation from the first design conversation through final handover, one coordinated team, zero gaps, zero surprises.

Every phase is handled in-house:

Design & Planning — layout redesign, interior design, 3D visualization, and construction drawings to OBC standards
Structural & Permits — engineering coordination, load-bearing wall removal, and all permit applications (building, ESA, plumbing, HVAC) managed simultaneously
Mechanical Systems — licensed electricians, plumbers, and HVAC technicians on every project
Kitchen & Bathrooms — custom cabinetry, stone countertops, custom tile, frameless glass, and fixtures throughout
Finishing — hardwood or LVP flooring, pot lighting, millwork, interior painting, and trim — cohesive from top to bottom

No juggling separate contractors. No vague quotes that inflate mid-construction. Just a fully itemized estimate, reliable timelines, and a 1–2 year workmanship warranty, backed by full GCL insurance and WSIB compliance.

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Planning, Design, Drawing & Permitting!

Every successful full home renovation begins with thorough planning, and ours begins before a single board is touched. During the design phase, our team conducts a detailed existing conditions survey of the property, documenting structural elements, mechanical systems, ceiling heights, and any conditions that will affect the design.

What our design phase produces:

Existing conditions floor plans and space inventory
Proposed floor plans for all levels — main floor, upper floor, basement
Interior design package — cabinetry, countertops, tile, flooring, fixtures, and hardware selections throughout
3D visualization and rendered views of key spaces
Lighting design — pot light layout, fixture specification, dimmer zoning
Reflected ceiling plans coordinating structure, lighting, and mechanical
Construction drawings to OBC standard for permit submission
Structural engineering drawings for all load-bearing modifications
Energy compliance documentation where required

The design phase is where budget is most effectively managed. Decisions made on paper cost nothing to change. Decisions made mid-construction are expensive. We invest the time upfront to resolve the design completely before work begins.

Structural & Mechanical Upgrades!

The structural and mechanical systems of the home are invisible once the renovation is complete- but they determine the safety, comfort, and long-term performance of everything built on top of them. In any full home renovation, these systems are the foundation of the project, and they receive the same attention as the finishes our clients see every day.

Structural scope:

Load-bearing wall removal and new structural beam/post installation
Engineering drawings and structural inspections at all required stages
New wall framing and full interior partition reconfiguration
Temporary shoring installed before any structural element is disturbed
Stair reconfiguration or new stair construction where layout is changed

Mechanical scope:

Electrical panel upgrade (100A to 200A where required, ESA permitted)
Full rewiring — new circuits, updated wiring methods, AFCI/GFCI protection
Plumbing rough-in modifications — drains, supply lines, and vent stack work
High-efficiency gas furnace and central air conditioning replacement
HRV (heat recovery ventilator) installation where required
Ductwork reconfiguration for new open-concept layout
Insulation upgrades — walls, attic, and rim joists

Kitchen Renovation (within full home scope)!

The kitchen is the anchor of the main floor and receives the most detailed attention in any full home renovation. As part of a comprehensive whole-home project, the kitchen is designed in full coordination with the adjacent living and dining spaces, ensuring the layout, material palette, lighting, and overall visual language read as one connected environment, not as independent improvements installed by separate contractors.

Kitchen renovation scope:

Full kitchen gut and reconstruction — all surfaces, systems, and finishes
Custom and semi-custom cabinetry — uppers, lowers, pantry, and island
Stone countertops — quartz, granite, or porcelain
Tile backsplash, island waterfall, or full-height tile behind range
Kitchen island design and construction, with seating and storage integration
Lighting — pot lights, pendants, and under-cabinet LED (ESA permitted)
Plumbing — sink relocation, island sink rough-in, pot filler where specified
Range hood ventilation — properly sized for open-concept conditions
Appliance integration — panel-ready, built-in, or freestanding configurations
Flooring — coordinated with main floor material throughout

Bathroom Renovations (all bathrooms)!

A full home renovation addresses all bathrooms simultaneously - primary ensuite, secondary shared bathroom, and any powder rooms, ensuring every bathroom in the property reflects the same quality standard and design sensibility as the rest of the home. Leaving one bathroom untouched while renovating the others produces a visual inconsistency that buyers and occupants notice immediately.

Primary ensuite scope:

Full tile work — floors, walls, shower surround, and niches
Custom frameless glass shower enclosure
Freestanding or deck-mount soaker tub where specified
Double vanity — custom or semi-custom cabinetry, stone countertop, undermount sinks
In-floor radiant heating — installed before tile is set
Lighting — vanity, pot lights, backlit mirror
Plumbing and ESA permits managed in-house

Secondary bathroom and powder room scope:

Full tile — floor and wet area walls
Vanity, toilet, and updated plumbing fixtures
Updated lighting and exhaust ventilation (exterior-vented, properly sized CFM)
Powder room — tile, floating vanity, vessel sink, and lighting

Main Floor, Upper Floor & Whole-Home Finishes!

A full home renovation delivers a complete and coherent finish package throughout - the same flooring profile running from the entryway through the main floor, consistent trim and millwork at every door and window, and a unified paint palette that ties every space together. This is what separates a truly renovated home from a series of independently improved rooms.

Whole-home finish package:

Flooring throughout — hardwood, engineered hardwood, LVP, tile, or carpet in appropriate zones
Baseboards, door casing, and crown moulding at a consistent profile throughout
Interior doors — full replacement, consistent hardware throughout
Interior painting — walls, ceilings, trim, and doors throughout all levels
Stair renovation — new treads, spindles, handrail, and paint
Closet organization in all bedrooms
Built-in cabinetry and storage solutions where specified
Window and exterior door replacement (ENERGY STAR rated throughout)

Basement (within full home scope)!

The basement is addressed as part of the full home renovation scope, either as a regular finished family space or as a legal basement apartment generating ongoing rental income. Both configurations are designed and built concurrently with the rest of the home renovation, sharing the same structural, mechanical, and permit management framework. This is more efficient and more cost-effective than constructing the basement as a separate future project.

Basement options within a full home renovation:

Regular basement finishing — family room, home office, gym, home theatre, guest suite
Legal basement apartment — full secondary suite with separate entrance, kitchen, bathroom, fire separation, and all required permits
Separate below-grade entrance construction (side, rear, or front entry)
Basement bathroom addition — 3-piece or 4-piece
Wet bar or kitchenette rough-in

Exterior, Window, Door!

The exterior of the home is the first impression, and in the GTA real estate market, curb appeal is a measurable component of property value. Full home renovation projects at Maple Leaf include an honest exterior assessment, and we address the elements that protect the home from the elements and present it well from the street.

Exterior scope where applicable:

Roof replacement — architectural asphalt, metal, or cedar shake
Vinyl or fiber cement siding replacement
Soffit, fascia, and seamless aluminum eavestrough installation
Windows and exterior doors — full replacement (ENERGY STAR rated)
Exterior painting — siding, trim, fascia, soffits
Front entry renovation — door, lighting, stone or tile landing
Deck or patio construction
Landscaping — interlocking, sod, garden beds, and grading

Renovation Cost!

Full home renovation is the largest investment category in residential construction, and cost ranges reflect the enormous variation in home sizes, scope depths, structural complexity, and material tier choices. The following framework provides a realistic reference for GTA market pricing:

Cost Per Square Foot Framework:
One of the most common ways to establish a rough budget parameter for a full home renovation is cost per square foot of living area. In the current GTA market:

Standard renovation scope: (updating all finishes, mechanical systems, kitchen and bathrooms, flooring and paint throughout): $150–$250+ per sq ft of gross living area
Mid to upper-range scope: (structural changes, comprehensive mechanical upgrades, premium materials, custom cabinetry): $200–$350+ per sq ft
Premium renovation: (significant structural reconfiguration, high-end custom everything, premium stone and tile throughout): $300–$500+ per sq ft

Cost-breakdown!

For a mid-range full home renovation of a 1,800 sq ft GTA home, approximate cost distribution typically looks like this:

Design, drawings & permits: 4–8% of total project cost
Demolition and disposal: 3–5%
Structural work (walls, beams, posts): 5–10%
Mechanical systems, electrical, plumbing, HVAC: 15–25%
Kitchen renovation: 15–20%
Bathroom renovations (all bathrooms): 15–20%
Flooring throughout: 8–12%
Windows and exterior doors: 5–10%
Interior doors, trim, and millwork: 4–7%
Interior painting throughout: 3–6%
Basement (if in scope): 10–20% additional
Contingency (recommended): 10–15%, always carry a contingency on a full home renovation

Why Choose Us!

At Maple Leaf Quality Renos, every element of your renovation- design, permits, and construction- is managed by one accountable team. No disconnected contractors, no coordination gaps, and no scope hidden from your initial estimate.

Single coordinated team: Design, permit management, and all construction trades managed in-house, one point of accountability from first conversation to final handover
Detailed itemized estimates: Every scope element priced and documented upfront, no vague quotes that inflate once construction begins
All permits managed in-house: Building, ESA, plumbing, and HVAC permits applied for simultaneously and managed through close-out
Engineering coordination included: Licensed P.Eng. engaged for all structural modifications, load-bearing walls, beams, and posts properly specified and inspected
Licensed trades throughout: Electricians, plumbers, and tile setters in-house on every applicable scope, no unknown subcontractors
Documented change orders: All scope adjustments approved by you before work proceeds, never added to the invoice without authorization
1–2 year workmanship warranty: All completed work backed by our full warranty, GCL insured and WSIB compliant throughout
Complete permit close-out: Full documentation package provided at handover, no open permits discovered at resale

How long does a full home renovation take in the GTA?

For a typical GTA home in the 1,500 to 2,500 sq ft range, a comprehensive full home renovation takes 4 to 8 months from construction start to final handover. The design and permit phase preceding construction adds 2 to 4 months depending on design complexity and permit approval timelines. From initial consultation to move-back-in, plan for 6 to 12 months for a fully comprehensive project. Larger homes, more complex structural work, or projects with custom elements and longer lead-time materials can extend this timeline. We provide a detailed project schedule before construction begins and communicate any adjustments throughout.

Can I Live in My Home During a Full Renovation?

This is one of the first practical questions most homeowners ask, and the honest answer is: it depends on the scope, your threshold for disruption, and your household's specific circumstances.

For renovations that are primarily cosmetic and finishing, flooring, painting, trim, and bathroom updates, most homeowners can remain in the property with manageable disruption. For comprehensive renovations that involve structural work, mechanical system replacement, a full kitchen gut, and simultaneous multi-bathroom renovation, the disruption level during active construction phases is significant. Dust, noise, no functional kitchen for weeks, bathrooms out of service in sequence, these are real daily impacts that many families find impractical to manage in place, particularly if young children, remote work requirements, or specific health considerations are factors.

We have an honest conversation about this during the consultation phase and give you a clear picture of what the disruption level will look like at each stage of the project. Some clients stay throughout, some relocate for the active demolition and rough-in phases and return for the finishing stages, and some rent alternative accommodation for the full duration of a major renovation. None of these is the wrong choice, the right answer depends on your specific circumstances and your realistic assessment of what you can manage day to day.

💡 If temporary relocation is financially challenging, consider that the total cost of 3 to 4 months of temporary accommodation is often modest relative to the total renovation investment, and that the quality of the renovation execution is often meaningfully better when trades aren't working around a family living in the home.

How do I know if my home is a good candidate for a full renovation vs. a teardown?

The foundation and structural framing of the home are the primary factors. If the foundation is sound and the structural framing is in good condition or can be addressed within reasonable cost, renovation typically makes more sense than teardown for most GTA properties, particularly given the significant permit, demolition, and construction cost of new build, and the emotional and community value of an existing home. Signs that teardown might be the better path: severe foundation failure that makes repair uneconomical, extensive structural rot or termite damage throughout the framing, or a lot-to-home footprint ratio where the land value far exceeds what the renovated home would be worth. We assess these factors honestly during consultation.

Do I need an architect for a full home renovation?

Not necessarily, but it depends on the scope of structural modifications. For full home renovations that include load-bearing wall removal, new structural openings, or modifications to the building's structural system, engineering drawings stamped by a licensed structural engineer are required as part of the building permit application. The engineer's role is structural verification and specification, the design and project coordination remain with our team. For renovations that are entirely within the existing envelope without structural changes, engineering is not required. We assess this during the design phase and coordinate with structural engineers directly where their involvement is needed.

How do you handle unexpected conditions found behind the walls?

In any renovation of an existing home, particularly older GTA homes, conditions discovered behind walls, ceilings, and floors during demolition sometimes differ from what was visible and anticipated during the estimate. Rotted framing from a historic moisture problem. Knob-and-tube wiring behind a wall that appeared to have been updated. Undersized floor joists in a section of floor. We handle these transparently: the discovery is documented and communicated to you immediately, we provide a clear explanation of what was found and why it needs to be addressed, and we present a cost-and-scope adjustment for your approval before any additional work proceeds. We never address unexpected conditions and add them to the invoice without prior authorization.

What's the difference between a full home renovation and a home addition?

A full home renovation works entirely within the existing footprint and structure of the property, improving, reconfiguring, and modernizing what's already there. A home addition increases the property's total square footage by extending the structure outward or upward. Some full home renovation projects include addition elements, a rear addition to expand the kitchen, for example, or a second-storey addition above a single-storey section of the home. These addition components have additional structural, permit, and cost considerations. We design and build both renovation and addition work, and many of our full home projects include both elements.

Will a full renovation significantly increase my home's value in the GTA?

Yes, comprehensively and reliably. A properly planned and executed full home renovation is one of the strongest value-building investments available to a GTA property owner. Updated mechanical systems eliminate the deferred maintenance discount that assessors and buyers apply to older unrenovated homes. A modernized layout and kitchen generate the premium that move-in-ready homes command in the GTA market. A legal basement apartment adds both income potential and the resale premium associated with registered secondary suites. Quality finishes throughout signal to buyers that the property has been cared for and invested in properly. The result is a home that not only commands a higher sale price but also sells faster and with fewer negotiating concessions than equivalent unrenovated properties.