What problems are common in older Toronto homes?

Outdated knob-and-tube or aluminium wiring, galvanised or lead water pipes, little or no wall insulation, uneven floors, and materials that may contain asbestos. All can be dealt with during a renovation.

Does asbestos have to be removed before renovating?

Materials that contain asbestos and will be disturbed by the work must be handled by qualified abatement contractors first. Testing before demolition tells us what is there.

Do you do older home renovation projects in Markham?

Yes. We work throughout Markham, including Unionville, Thornhill, Cornell, Markham Village, Milliken and Angus Glen. Call +1 (647) 718-3913 to arrange a visit.

Who issues the permit for this work in Markham?

Where a permit is needed, it is issued by the City of Markham's building department. We prepare the drawings and handle the application and inspections.

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Older Home Renovation in Markham

Older houses have character worth keeping and systems that have reached the end of their life. Renovating one well means updating what is hidden while respecting what is seen. In Markham, the city mixes 1970s and 1980s subdivisions with newer communities such as Cornell and historic cores in Unionville and Markham Village.

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Old bathroom during demolition, with the original tub and wall tile being removed — From our Cobblestone Drive renovation

Scope

What is included.

Assessment of structure, wiring and plumbing
Replacing knob-and-tube and aluminium wiring
Replacing galvanised and lead water lines
Insulating and air sealing old walls and attics
Structural repair of floors and foundations
Restoring or matching original trim and details

Cost

What it costs.

By quote

The cost of older home renovation depends on the size and condition of the house and the finishes chosen, so we price it after a site visit. Call +1 (647) 718-3913 for a quote.

Local knowledge

Older Home Renovation in Markham.

Homes like these
Subdivision homes of this period are generally sound, so the work is mostly about layout, kitchens, bathrooms and finishes, not structural repair.
Housing
In Markham, the city mixes 1970s and 1980s subdivisions with newer communities such as Cornell and historic cores in Unionville and Markham Village.
Permits
Building permits in Markham are issued by the City of Markham's building department. We prepare the drawings, submit the application and book the inspections.
Areas we cover
We work throughout Markham, including Unionville, Thornhill, Cornell, Markham Village, Milliken and Angus Glen.
Heritage districts
Unionville, Markham Village and old Thornhill are heritage conservation districts. Exterior work there needs heritage approval in addition to a building permit.
Updating 1980s homes
Many Markham homes are reaching the age where kitchens, bathrooms, windows and mechanical systems all come due together.

Before you start

What to know.

Hazardous materials
Homes built before about 1990 may contain asbestos in plaster, insulation, flooring or duct wrap, and older paint may contain lead. Suspect materials are tested before demolition.
Old wiring and insurance
Knob-and-tube wiring is common in pre-1950 houses. Many insurers ask for it to be replaced, and a renovation is the practical time to do it.
Heritage
A designated heritage property, or one in a heritage conservation district, needs heritage approval for alterations covered by the designation.

How we work

One team for every stage.

AssessWe survey the house as it stands.
Design and permitsDrawings and approvals before work starts.
Strip-outWhat is worn out comes off.
RebuildStructure, wiring, plumbing and walls.
FinishesCabinetry, tile, floors and paint.
HandoverWalkthrough and documents.

Questions

Older Home Renovation in Markham: the short answers.

How much does older home renovation cost in Markham?: The cost of older home renovation depends on the size and condition of the house and the finishes chosen, so we price it after a site visit. Call +1 (647) 718-3913 for a quote.
What problems are common in older Toronto homes?: Outdated knob-and-tube or aluminium wiring, galvanised or lead water pipes, little or no wall insulation, uneven floors, and materials that may contain asbestos. All can be dealt with during a renovation.
Does asbestos have to be removed before renovating?: Materials that contain asbestos and will be disturbed by the work must be handled by qualified abatement contractors first. Testing before demolition tells us what is there.
Do you do older home renovation projects in Markham?: Yes. We work throughout Markham, including Unionville, Thornhill, Cornell, Markham Village, Milliken and Angus Glen. Call +1 (647) 718-3913 to arrange a visit.
Who issues the permit for this work in Markham?: Where a permit is needed, it is issued by the City of Markham's building department. We prepare the drawings and handle the application and inspections.