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Renovation contractor · Whitby Home renovations in Whitby and Brooklin.
Whitby is where some of our favourite work lives: a chef’s kitchen and entertainer’s basement, a taupe herringbone bathroom and the Dots for Kids therapy centre.
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Local to Whitby
Whitby homes we know well.
From the older streets around downtown and Port Whitby to the newer neighbourhoods in Williamsburg, Taunton North and Brooklin, Whitby has many homes from recent decades that are now due for a first real renovation. Kitchens with original builder cabinets, ensuites with tired tile and unfinished basements are the projects we see most.
We’ve built a full kitchen and finished basement for a family in Whitby, a spa-style herringbone bathroom and a commercial fit-out for an occupational therapy clinic. Each one is in our portfolio with every photo, the brief and the budget range.
Whitby has also been actively encouraging additional dwelling units, with pre-reviewed designs for backyard units and a fee reimbursement program, which makes it a good time to look at a basement suite.
What we build in Whitby
Basement, kitchen and bathroom renovations in Whitby.
The three projects we’re asked for most in Whitby and Brooklin, and the Whitby work you can see in our portfolio.
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Basement renovations in Whitby
Whitby lists finished basements among the projects that need a building permit, so we prepare the drawings and handle the application. Our Whitby entertainer’s basement has a stone-fireplace lounge and a hidden bookshelf door. Basement renovations · See the project
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Kitchen renovations in Whitby
Many Whitby homes still have their original builder kitchens. Our chef’s kitchen here has white shaker cabinets to the ceiling, a charcoal island and a herringbone backsplash. Kitchen renovations
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Bathroom renovations in Whitby
From tired builder bathrooms to spa-style remodels like our Taupe Herringbone Bathroom Retreat, built over a full waterproofing system. Bathroom renovations · See the project
Services in Whitby
Renovation services in Whitby.
- KitchensLayouts, cabinets, counters, lighting
- BathroomsEnsuites, showers, tile, waterproofing
- BasementsFinished basements and rec rooms
- Legal basement apartmentsRental suites built to code
- DecksWood, composite and multi-level decks
- FencesPrivacy, cedar, vinyl and aluminum
- FlooringHardwood, vinyl plank, laminate, tile
- PaintingWalls, ceilings, trim and cabinets
- Tile and drywallTile, drywall, taping and finishing
- Stairs, railings and trimStair refinishing, railings, baseboards
- Home additionsRear, side and bump-out additions
- Garage renovationsConversions and finished garages
- Complete home renovationsWhole floors and whole houses
- Commercial projectsOffices, clinics and retail
Permits and local rules
Building permits in Whitby.
Whitby’s Building Services lists the residential projects that need a permit. These include decks more than 24 inches above grade, finished basements, basement or main-floor walkouts, below-grade entrances, additional dwelling units, structural changes like new window or door openings, adding or removing walls, and plumbing, drain and heating work.
Residential applications go through the Town’s online E-Portal. The Town recommends checking your plans against the Zoning By-law first, since some projects need a minor variance.
ADUs in Whitby: ADUs are allowed in certain detached and semi-detached homes, and every ADU must be registered with the Town. Through the Housing Accelerator Fund, owners who got an ADU permit after April 1, 2024 can apply for a one-time reimbursement of certain fees, if the complete permit application is in by December 31, 2026 and the unit is registered by March 31, 2027.
Kind words
What Durham homeowners say about us.
20 Google reviews
Rated 4.4 out of 5 by our clients
The Ramsauer team assisted with the design, gut, expansion and rebuild of our primary washroom, modifying it to a four piece with a custom shower. The work was very precise and we are extremely pleased. Pricing fell in the upper third of normal charges for the work performed, even with unexpected mitigation’s that added to the time and costs of the project. Customer service was outstanding. I highly recommend this business.
Alan GilchristPrimary bathroom · Google review★★★★★Jason and Michael did a great job with my bathroom. The waterproofing and tiling job was exceptional! Everything turned out beautiful. It was a pleasure dealing with Jim on the project. He came by several times and answered all questions. I highly recommend.
Richard HBathroom · Google review★★★★★I can’t say enough good things about these guys. They are great people and their work is outstanding. I had the floors done in my bathroom and on my main level as well as all new baseboards and trims and I couldn’t be happier. Let’s plan the next project! Thanks guys! Highly recommend!
Linda HodgkinsonFlooring and trim · Google review★★★★★I did legal basement project with them. They are professional, know what they are doing and how things work. They do work timely, and are flexible to your schedules. Don’t compromise on quality and are patient to go through rounds of inspections with add on things to do and fix each time. I highly recommend them and wish all the best for their future projects. Keep these work ethics alive.
SamirLegal basement · Google review★★★★★
Questions
Renovating in Whitby: your questions.
Straight answers. Anything else, just ask.
01Do you work in Brooklin?
Yes. We work across Whitby, including Brooklin, Port Whitby, Williamsburg, Rolling Acres and Taunton North.
02Do I need a permit to finish my basement in Whitby?
Yes. Whitby lists finished basements among the projects that need a building permit, as well as walkouts and below-grade entrances. We prepare the drawings and handle the application.
03Do I need a permit for a deck in Whitby?
Whitby requires a permit for decks more than 24 inches above grade. Lower decks still have to meet the Zoning By-law setbacks.
04Is there funding for a basement apartment in Whitby?
Whitby has offered a one-time reimbursement of certain fees for eligible ADUs through the Housing Accelerator Fund, with a complete permit application due by December 31, 2026. Check the Town’s ADU page for the current details, and we’ll help you plan around the dates.
05Can I see projects you’ve done in Whitby?
Yes. Our Chef’s Kitchen and Entertainer’s Basement, Taupe Herringbone Bathroom and Dots for Kids Therapy Centre are all in Whitby, with full photo galleries in our portfolio.
06Do you finish basements in Whitby?
Yes. We finish basements across Whitby and Brooklin, from rec rooms to legal ADUs. Most basements fall between about $27,000 and $90,000 or more. Our basement cost guide explains what drives the price.
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