CORE SERVICES
Expert basement lowering (underpinning) for Toronto homes, including heritage properties and walkout conversions. We specialize in precise, engineer-approved underpinning (0.5mm laser-guided), emergency foundation repairs, and full permit approvals. All work comes with a 10-year warranty.
PRECISION BASEMENT LOWERING IN TORONTO
Engineer-Approved Underpinning Solutions for Every Home Type
Why many Toronto Homeowners Chose Us Last Year:
0.3mm Laser Precision - Industry-leading accuracy (certified by Toronto Building Standards)
Dust-Free Process - HEPA containment systems for occupied homes
10-Year Transferable Warranty - Triple the Toronto industry standard
TORONTO HOME TYPE SOLUTIONS
Home TypeSpecial TechniqueNeighborhoodsProject Time
Victorian SemiHand Excavation + Brick Matching The Annex, Cabbagetown 6-8 weeks
Modern InfillHydraulic Shoring + Silent Equipment North York, Liberty Village 4-5 weeks
Ravine LotSlope-Stable Underpinning Humber Valley, Don Mills 8-10 weeks
Post-War Bungalow Cost-Effective Partial Lowering Scarborough, Etobicoke 3-4 weeks
UNDERPINNING PROCESS: TORONTO TIMELINE
Week 1-2: Preparation
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Soil testing (we partner with Toronto Geotechnical Group)
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Permit submission (average 18-day approval for our clients)
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Temporary wall supports for occupied homes
Week 3-5: Precision Work
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Laser-guided excavation (dust-controlled)
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Hydraulic shoring installation (pressure-monitored)
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New 4000psi concrete footings with fibermesh
Week 6-8: Final Touches
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City inspection coordination
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Heritage property restoration (brick/stone matching)
TORONTO UNDERPINNING WARNING SIGNS
When to Call for Immediate Assessment:
Cracks wider than 1/4" in foundation walls
Doors/windows that no longer close properly
Basement floods after minor rain (clay soil shifting)
Urgent? Our 24/7 stabilization team serves:
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Downtown: Response in <4 hours
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GTA: Response in <6 hours