Basement Underpinning Burlington

Looking for a cost-effective way to increase your living space without the hassle of building an addition? Struggling with a perpetually leaky basement and the constant threat of mould? In this case, the basement underpinning process may be right for you.

Underpinning a house lets you increase your living space, boost your property value, and often fixes issues such as chronically damp basements. The basement lowering process is a highly technical process that involves systematically removing and replacing your old foundation with a stronger, updated one. This procedure works well for converting hard-to-access crawl spaces into useful storage, turning a basement into a comfortable living space, and gives you the opportunity to address foundation issues your building has. You can also increase the load-carrying capacity of a thin foundation, in case you’re planning to add a second story at some point.

You’re in good company when choosing MAGCOR to be your underpinning contractor. We’ve built a reputation for excellence and transparency throughout the area. Homeowners appreciate our unbiased approach and attentive customer service, while contractors, engineers, and architects value our professionalism and easy working relationship. Our award-winning team includes underpinning specialists that handle everything from permits and inspections to demolition and construction. We’re licensed, insured, and stand by our work with a rock-solid warranty.

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Benefits of Basement Underpinning

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Hire an Experienced Burlington Underpinning Contractor

Our dedication to customer service is unparalleled, and the quality of our work is trusted by homeowners and contractors alike. Our friendly, courteous crews have the training and experience to safely carry out even the most complicated basement underpinning jobs. We use only the highest quality materials and adhere strictly to industry best practices. Our prices are competitive, and we won’t hesitate to stand behind our work.

  • Award-winning Underpinning Company
  • Crews Are Fully Licensed and Insured
  • We Use the Highest Quality Materials
  • High-Tech Equipment and Modern Methods
  • Industry-Standard Best Practices
  • Fair Prices at Competitive Rates
  • Solutions Geared Toward Your Needs, Not Profits
  • All Work Warrantied

About Burlington

Burlington is located in the Golden Horseshoe on the southwestern edge of Lake Ontario, approximately halfway between Niagara Falls and Toronto. Burlington is home to about 190,000 residents occupying about 75,000 private dwellings across 187 square kilometres.

While Burlington shares its continental climate with Southern Ontario, its proximity to Lake Ontario moderates its winter weather. Due to its humid climate, Burlington receives about 30 inches of rain and 39 inches of snow annually. However, despite the frequent precipitation in Burlington, underpinning services are still available mostly year-round.

The City Of Burlington issues building permits for underpinning projects, demolition work, and other residential construction projects. However, you will first need a Consolidated Pre-Building Permit, which includes a Zoning Clearance Certificate. This pre-construction permit ensures each project will be correctly zoned for its intended purpose.

You can also call a Permit Technologist from the Building and By-law Department of Burlington at 905-335-7731 for information – a Permit Technologist will perform a plan review and advise you on how best to abide by your various regulations.

If your Pre-Building Permit is not approved, you will need to submit changes to your project plan before a permit will be issued. To attain compliance, submit an application to the Committee of Adjustment. The Committee of Adjustment will review your application and may issue a minor variance, allowing the project to proceed.

You will also need to provide documentation about your project, such as:

  • Cost to Build
  • Location (street address and regional municipality)
  • Duration of the Project
  • Project Drawings (can be created by the homeowner, as long as clearly legible).

How Much Does It Cost to Underpin Your Basement in Burlington?

Building owners in Burlington can expect to pay about $80.00- $350.00 per square foot for an underpinning project. While each project will be slightly different, most underpinning projects performed in Burlington will cost between $15,000 and $30,000 in total.

Residents of Burlington are not required to hire a professional, such as an architect or structural designer, to create their required drawings – if you prefer, you can save money by providing these basic drawings yourself. However, keep in mind that Burlington relies on the Ontario Building Code, so any drawings submitted must contain enough detail to satisfy building code requirements.

To submit your application, you can access the portal directly: the City of Burlington accepts building applications online only, meaning all of your documentation must be in a digital form for submission. If your permit is approved, the city will email you an amount to pay for your permit fee.

What Variables Affect the Cost of Underpinning in Burlington?

Some of the most common variables that can affect the cost of underpinning in Burlington include:

  • Structural Materials and Quantity Used
  • Location
  • Soil Conditions
  • Difficult Access to the Site
  • Dimensions of the Basement
  • The Underpinning Method Used

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