Basement renovations

The 10 Best Basement Renovation Companies in Edmonton, AB

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This list ranks 10 basement renovation companies in Edmonton, AB. It starts from Google Maps searches for basement renovations and related building work in Edmonton: 97 firms were checked, and building and renovation firms with their own website and an open Google listing went forward. Firms are weighed on their Google rating, the number of reviews behind it, how closely their services match basement renovation, and their portfolio. The strongest firm overall sits at place 1, places 2 to 4 carry a badge for what each suits best, and places 5 to 10 run in order. Ratings and review counts are Google's, checked October 14, 2026. How we rank

Number 1: Edmonton Home Improvements

Best overall

Edmonton home improvement company covering exterior work such as roofing, siding, windows and doors, plus flooring, kitchens and basement suites.

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Why it ranks here

  • Names windows, doors, roofing, siding and solar as specialties, alongside kitchens and basement developments.
  • Basement work includes legal suites, set up as rental units or guest suites.
  • Roofing options span asphalt shingles, cedar shake, metal, flat and synthetic roofs.
  • Installs vinyl windows, fibreglass and steel doors, and sliding patio doors.
  • Flooring work covers carpet, vinyl, laminate, hardwood and tile, and siding comes in vinyl, fibre cement or metal.

Number 2: Flow Contractors

Best for basements within full remodels

Edmonton general contractor handling both commercial fit-outs and residential renovations such as basement developments, kitchens and bathrooms.

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Why it ranks here

  • On the residential side, it renovates kitchens, bathrooms and basements and also takes on full home remodels.
  • Commercial jobs include office build-outs, tenant improvements, full renovations and new construction.
  • A main floor project turned an underused storage area into living space, with a custom floor plan and 3D renderings.
  • Its commercial service list also covers electrical upgrades, fire alarm and security systems, and HVAC work.
  • Homeowners are served in Edmonton, St. Albert and Sherwood Park, plus neighbouring communities.

Number 3: YEG Contractors

Best for homeowners new to basement builds

Edmonton design-build contractor building fences, decks and detached garages, and also taking on basement developments, landscaping and countertop installs.

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Why it ranks here

  • Basement clients are taken through what the build involves before a contract is signed, which the firm calls an educational approach.
  • Offers a 3-year warranty on the workmanship of its fences, decks and garages, with some conditions.
  • Has served Edmonton for 10+ years as a small design and build company.
  • Builds detached garages from a range of standard and custom packages.
  • Fits quartz, granite and laminate countertops in kitchens, bathrooms and commercial spaces.
  • Service area takes in Edmonton plus Sherwood Park, St. Albert, Beaumont and Leduc.

Number 4: Brasco Built

Best for partial basement developments

Edmonton basement development company that takes basements from framing to final finishing, and also offers partial developments.

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Why it ranks here

  • Focuses on basement developments and renovations, covering remodelling and finishing as well.
  • Runs each development in three phases: rough-in, drywall finishing, then the final finishing phase.
  • Rough-in begins with framing, then electrical, plumbing and HVAC trades complete their first-stage work.
  • Hands-on owners can have it design the basement and take the build to a point where they finish the less technical work themselves.
  • The final phase takes in trim, flooring, bathroom accessories, handrails and the last plumbing, electrical and HVAC work.

Number 5: Jacobsons Construction

Edmonton general contractor doing basement suites, kitchens, bathrooms and home additions, plus exterior renovation, decks, fences and painting.

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  • Every project carries a 1 year workmanship warranty, with a punch list and as-built documents at handover.
  • Clients get weekly progress reports with photo logs, and a superintendent oversees the site daily.
  • Offers to build a complete basement suite in 90 days.
  • Design work runs from concept sketches to build coordination, aligning architects, engineers and subcontractors on one schedule.

Number 6: Hawk Basements

Edmonton basement developer building legal suites, in-law and family suites, and rec rooms, plus kitchen, bathroom and flooring renovations.

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  • Basement suite types include legal suites, in-law and multi-generational suites, and bachelor or studio units.
  • Non-suite basement projects include home theatres, rec rooms and entertainment areas.
  • Handles basement projects from initial design through to final inspection, with custom layouts.
  • Its other services cover kitchen and bathroom renovations, interior painting, finishing carpentry and flooring installation.

Ranks 07 to 10

Number 7: Basement & Beyond Renovation

Number 8: Ace Quality Renovations

Number 9: Custom Basement Development

Number 10: FourRidges Commercial Contracting

Compare the firms

RankFirmBest forServicesGoogle ratingArea
01Edmonton Home ImprovementsExterior upgrades and basement suitesBasement developments · Roofing · Windows and doors · Siding · FlooringRated 5.0 out of 5 from 161 Google reviewsEdmonton
02Flow ContractorsBasements within full remodelsBasement developments · General contracting · Kitchen renovations · Bathroom renovations · Commercial renovationsRated 5.0 out of 5 from 61 Google reviewsEdmonton
03YEG ContractorsHomeowners new to basement buildsBasement developments · Fences · Decks · Detached garages · Countertop installationRated 4.9 out of 5 from 87 Google reviewsEdmonton
04Brasco BuiltPartial basement developmentsBasement developments · Basement renovations · Basement finishing · Partial developmentsRated 5.0 out of 5 from 30 Google reviewsEdmonton
05Jacobsons ConstructionBasement suites and home additionsBasement development · Kitchen renovations · Bathroom renovations · Home additions · Decks and fencesRated 4.9 out of 5 from 29 Google reviewsEdmonton
06Hawk BasementsLegal and in-law basement suitesBasement developments · Legal suites · In-law suites · Kitchen renovations · Bathroom renovationsRated 4.8 out of 5 from 21 Google reviewsEdmonton
07Basement & Beyond RenovationBasement finishing and custom decksBasement development · Full house renovations · Decks and pergolas · Fencing · Kitchen renovationsRated 5.0 out of 5 from 10 Google reviewsEdmonton
08Ace Quality RenovationsBasement development and finishingBasement development · Basement renovations · Kitchen remodels · Bathroom remodels · Home renovationsRated 4.6 out of 5 from 41 Google reviewsEdmonton
10FourRidges Commercial ContractingCommercial tenant improvements and office renovationsTenant improvements · Commercial renovations · Design-build · Office renovations · Retail renovationsRated 4.9 out of 5 from 61 Google reviewsEdmonton

What to check before hiring a basement renovation company in Edmonton

Five things to confirm with any firm, on this list or not, before you sign. The rules below are Alberta's and Edmonton's.

  1. Registration with WCB-Alberta

    Ask the firm for a clearance letter from WCB-Alberta, which confirms it is registered for workers' compensation and its account is in good standing. WCB-Alberta advises getting one before the firm starts and again before the final payment, because the hiring party can end up owing premiums on an account that is not in good standing.

  2. Liability insurance

    Ask for a certificate of insurance that names the firm and shows commercial general liability coverage in force for the dates of your job, and check that the subcontractors it brings in are covered too.

  3. The building permit from Edmonton

    Building permits for homes in Edmonton come from the City of Edmonton, and finishing a basement or adding a secondary suite usually needs one. Agree in writing who applies for the permit and books the inspections.

  4. A written contract

    Get the scope of work, the payment schedule tied to stages of the work, start and finish dates, how changes are agreed and priced, and who handles permits and cleanup, all in one signed contract before any work starts.

  5. The warranty

    A renovation is not a new home, so the new home warranty rules usually do not apply: get the firm's own workmanship warranty in writing, with what it covers and for how long. Renovators in RenoMark, the Canadian Home Builders' Association program, offer a minimum two-year warranty on their work.

Types of basement renovation company in Edmonton

The 10 firms on this list fall into 4 groups, read from what each firm's own site says it does and how it is listed on Google.

Basement specialists4

Basement specialists work mainly on basements, from family rooms to secondary suites.

General contractors2

General contractors run building projects of many kinds and bring in the trades each job needs.

Design-build firms2

Design-build firms design the project and build it under one contract, so one firm answers for the drawings and the work.

Renovation companies2

Renovation companies renovate existing homes, one room at a time or all of it at once.

Basement renovations in Edmonton: common questions

What is basement development?

It is the term Alberta builders and homeowners use for finishing an unfinished basement: framing, insulation, electrical, plumbing, drywall and flooring, often with a bedroom, bathroom or family room. Elsewhere it is usually called a basement renovation or basement finishing.

Can I add a legal suite in my basement?

In many Canadian cities, yes, but a legal secondary suite has to meet the building code and local zoning, including a separate entrance, ceiling heights, fire separation, smoke alarms and egress windows. It needs a permit and inspections, so ask the firm whether it has built legal suites in your city.

How do I keep a finished basement dry?

Deal with water before finishing: grading and downspouts that carry water away from the house, a working sump pump where the house has one, and repairs to foundation cracks. Then insulate and frame in a way that handles moisture. Ask the firm what it checks before it starts framing.

Can I add a bathroom in my basement?

Usually. A basement bathroom needs a drain connection, which can mean breaking the concrete floor to reach the main drain, or a pump system where the drain sits higher than the floor. The plumbing work needs a permit and inspection.

How do I check that a contractor in Edmonton is registered with WCB-Alberta?

Ask the firm for a clearance letter from WCB-Alberta. WCB-Alberta advises getting one before the firm starts and again before the final payment, because the hiring party can end up owing premiums on an account that is not in good standing.

Who issues building permits in Edmonton?

Building permits for homes in Edmonton come from the City of Edmonton. For basement renovation, finishing a basement or adding a secondary suite usually needs one. Many firms apply for the permit as part of the job, so agree who does it before you sign.

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