Basement Renovations in Fort Saskatchewan A Year in Review

Описание: Fort Sask Reno is a trusted basement renovation and home renovation contractor serving Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta and surrounding communities. Owned by Jim Beaulieu and Tom Beaulieu, the company specializes in full basement developments, custom renovations, structural corrections, and legal suite upgrades.

Known for transparent pricing, honest project breakdowns, and practical solutions to real world construction challenges, Fort Sask Reno focuses on delivering high quality renovations built to code and built to last. Their team prioritizes craftsmanship, thoughtful design, and long term value for homeowners.

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December 27 Weekly Reno Recap – What We’ve Been Working On

In this Fort Saskatchewan basement renovation update, the team walks through three major projects completed this week and the lessons learned along the way.

🏠 The Welsh Project – Basement Development

This unfinished basement required strategic layout planning. The original idea placed a bedroom too close to the mechanical room, which would have created long term noise issues. The final design included one large bedroom and a functional recreational space.

Key highlights:
• Corrected improperly secured framing attached to concrete
• Rebuilt unsupported builder-grade stairs
• Fixed missing drywall backing and plumbing rough-in issues
• Eliminated sewer gas entry from an open-ended cap
• Installed moisture-resistant drywall and full waterproof shower membrane
• Featured Baltic Carrera 12x24 tile and Mediterranean patterned flooring
• Added an Embassy ceiling for a modern look and future access

Final cost: Approximately $59,000.

🏠 Project G – Basement Renovation with Egress Fix

This project presented multiple unforeseen issues.

The largest concern was a non-compliant egress window. Instead of cutting the foundation, the team installed a hinged egress window system that meets code requirements.

Additional work included:
• Jackhammering 15 feet of poorly installed builder rough-in plumbing
• Custom tiled shower due to an uneven LVL beam
• Insulating exterior poly walls
• Vinyl flooring and custom staircase finish
• Updated window well to meet code

Final cost: Just under $70,000.

🏠 Project A – Full Basement & Flip Renovation

This was a full renovation project including upstairs updates and exterior improvements. Purchased as a dated home, it required structural corrections, layout redesign, and legal suite considerations.

Major upgrades:
• Open concept kitchen with quartz countertops and white shaker cabinets
• Main floor laundry built to allow future basement suite separation
• Furnace relocation to expand bathroom space
• Soundproofing insulation and solid core doors
• Backflow prevention and HRV vents for legal suite compliance
• Custom tile shower and vinyl flooring
• Hidden bookcase door and custom floating shelves with LED lighting
• Beam design with walnut stain
• Vertical siding and Lux triple-pane windows

Total investment: Approximately $115,000.

This project provided major lessons in legal suite requirements, separate heating systems, HRV compliance, and backflow prevention.

Looking Ahead

Fort Sask Reno continues refining systems and focusing on larger basement developments over 1,000 square feet with ensuite bathrooms to meet today’s buyer demands.

If you are planning a basement renovation in Fort Saskatchewan, this recap gives a transparent look into real costs, real challenges, and real solutions.

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