Home Renovations in North York
Renovating your North York home? renoWOW! has 32+ years of hands-on experience with kitchens, bathrooms, basements and full home builds across Willowdale, Bayview Village, Don Mills, York Mills and the neighbourhoods around them. Clear timelines, honest budgets, lasting work.
Renovations built around how North York homes live
Most North York homes were not built for the way we live now. Postwar bungalows, side-splits and the mid-century houses around Bayview Village and York Mills came with small kitchens, low basements and walls that close everything off.
We open those spaces up, bring in light and fix the flow, without losing what makes the house feel like itself, whether that means a full North York kitchen renovation or a finished basement with a legal apartment. We take one project at a time, so yours has our full attention from the first meeting to the final walkthrough. You can also browse our full range of home renovation services in Toronto.
Local knowledge that keeps your project moving
We work across North York and know the practical side of getting a job done here: moving trades and deliveries in along Yonge Street, the 401 and the Don Valley Parkway, and planning around mature lots, tight side yards and parking before the first day on site.
Postwar bungalows & side-splits
Most of Willowdale and Bathurst Manor went up in the 1940s and 50s. We take those brick bungalows and side-splits and open them up for the way people actually live now.
Bungalow top-ups & additions
A lot of North York lots are wide enough for a second-storey addition or rear extension. We handle the structural engineering and the permits so that part stays off your plate.
Mid-century custom homes
Bayview Village and York Mills have some genuinely well-built mid-century houses. We update the wiring, plumbing and finishes without stripping out what made them special.
Condos on the Yonge corridor
Renovating near Sheppard-Yonge or North York Centre means working around the building, not just the suite. We put together the board approval package so that part isn't on you.
A full range of renovation services
One team handles the whole project, whether it is a single North York bathroom renovation or a full-house rebuild.
Kitchen Renovations
Custom cabinetry, counters and smarter layouts that open up how you cook and gather.
Bathroom Renovations
Ensuites and family baths, from full gut jobs to targeted updates, built to last.
Basement Renovations
Family rooms, offices, guest suites or code-compliant legal apartments that add value.
Whole House Renovations
Full modernizations on larger York Mills and Lawrence Park lots, every system updated.
Condo Renovations
Unit renovations near North York Centre, with condo-board approvals and logistics handled.
Additions & Top-Ups
Second-storey additions and rear extensions, structural engineering and permits included.
Meet Sam Beninato, founder of renoWOW!
Sam has spent more than 32 years in the contracting and remodeling trade and still works closely with every client. He has been featured on HGTV and quoted in the Toronto editions of Metro, The Globe & Mail and The Huffington Post. Read more on our About Us page.
"A renovation is more than fixtures and cabinets. It is a new feeling for your home. It is the WOW! factor."
renoWOW! takes one job at a time, is licensed in Toronto, carries $5 million liability insurance with WSIB coverage, and backs every project with a two-year workmanship warranty.
Recent North York and GTA projects
See the finish and detail we hold every job to.
Charlottetown Project
A full home reworked top to bottom for a growing family.
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Millard Dr Contemporary Spa
A contemporary kitchen and spa retreat with clean lines and warm finishes.
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Wessex Dr Full Home Refurbishment
Every room updated with one cohesive, modern design.
View project →What North York Renovations Actually Cost
Cost comes down to the size of your home, the finishes you pick, the age of the property and how much structural work is involved. The ranges below are general planning figures for the North York market, meant to help you budget before a fixed quote.
| Project type | Typical North York range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Cosmetic refresh (paint, trim, lighting) | $3,000 – $12,000 | No structural or permit work |
| Bathroom renovation | $15,000 – $40,000+ | Higher for ensuites and layout changes |
| Kitchen renovation | $30,000 – $90,000+ | Cabinetry and appliances drive the range |
| Basement finishing | $35 – $75 / sq ft | Legal apartments cost more |
| Full main-floor / open-plan reno | $40,000 – $120,000+ | Load-bearing wall removal adds cost |
| Second-storey addition / top-up | Quoted per project | Structural, roofing and permits included |
| Building permit fees | $300 – $2,000+ | Set by the City of Toronto by scope |
These are planning ranges, not a quote. Older North York homes often hide surprises behind the walls, so we suggest holding back 10 to 15 percent for moisture, framing or electrical work. For a closer look at pricing across the GTA, check our home renovation cost guide, or book a consultation for an estimate built around your home.
32 years, one project at a time
Licensed and insured, with a single dedicated team from the first meeting to the final walkthrough, and every job backed by a two-year workmanship warranty.
Book a Free ConsultationBuilding permits for North York renovations
North York permits go through the City of Toronto Building Division and must meet the Ontario Building Code and local zoning bylaws. If your project touches the structure, the building envelope or the mechanical systems, you will likely need one, and we handle the whole process for you, from drawings and applications to booking the required inspections.
- Load-bearing wall removal and second-storey additions
- Basement underpinning or a new secondary suite
- Window, door, plumbing and HVAC changes
Our 4-Step Renovation Process
Free Consultation
We visit your North York home or meet virtually to discuss your goals and assess the space, then give you a written scope with a fixed price before you sign anything.
Design, Permits & Planning
We draft the drawings and manage all City of Toronto permit applications. Trades are scheduled and materials chosen, so the project is mapped out before work begins.
Construction & QA
Your project manager is on site throughout the build with a consistent crew of licensed trades, and you get regular updates and a direct line whenever you need it.
Walkthrough & Warranty
We walk through every detail with you before closing the job, and back the work with our two-year workmanship warranty.
Our second big project with Sam's team, and again the care and detail went beyond what we expected. They kept the house clean and protected, worked quickly with little disruption, and six years on our kitchen still looks brand new.
Charlotte & James Toronto · via HomeStarsMy bathroom needed a near full gut, and I wanted it to let me age in place at home. Sam and Paul answered every question, and Paul's tile work was second to none. The result is both beautiful and practical.
Ruth Toronto · via HomeStarsSam was one of the few contractors happy to meet over Zoom and tour the house remotely. He guided our material choices, timed each delivery, and his team finished two beautiful bathrooms in five weeks.
Warren R. Toronto, ONAfter other companies barely followed up, Sam was responsive and clear from start to finish. They kept their word on cost and timeline and adjusted quickly to our requests. We got the modern kitchen we pictured.
Fred & Bertha Toronto, ONSam's bathroom design was more than we expected, and Mike and Greg were always on time and courteous. What impressed us most was how flexible he was, rescheduling around our health concerns without any fuss.
Mr. GL Toronto, ONWe have trusted Sam with the bathrooms in our homes across Toronto and Aurora for more than 20 years. He is a true craftsman and completely trustworthy, and Adam handled our latest ensuite beautifully.
Longtime client Toronto & AuroraRenovation services across the GTA
Not in North York? We work right across Toronto and the surrounding areas.
Transform your North York home with renoWOW!
Start with a free in-home consultation. We will walk you through every step, on a clear timeline and an honest budget.