Secondary suite contractor Calgary

A typical secondary suite project takes 3–5 months from permit application to final registration. That includes 4–6 weeks for permit review and 8–12 weeks of active construction. Complex structural changes or older homes may take longer.

The City of Calgary offers up to $10,000 reimbursement for homeowners who build and register a legal secondary suite within their main dwelling. The suite must pass all city inspections, and short-term rentals are restricted for two years after receiving the incentive. We help our clients access this funding as part of our process.

A secondary suite is the legal umbrella term. A basement suite is one type of secondary suite located below grade. The terms are often used interchangeably, but technically 'secondary suite' includes above-grade suites in garages or additions as well. The permit and inspection process is the same.

Yes — permit management is part of our full-service offering. We handle the development permit application, building permit, and all trades permits (electrical, plumbing, HVAC). You don't need to deal with the city directly unless you want to.

A standard basement development in Calgary — framing, drywall, flooring, electrical, plus a bedroom and bathroom — typically costs between $32,000 and $40,000 with Titan Pro Developer. A full legal basement suite (separate kitchen, egress, and City registration) is a larger project and costs more. Our pricing is all-inclusive, and we provide a free, detailed on-site estimate before any work begins.

Yes. Any basement development involving electrical, plumbing, or structural work requires a building permit in Calgary. Unpermitted work creates liability for insurance claims and can complicate your home sale. We handle the permit process from application through final inspection.

An egress window is a window large enough to provide emergency exit from a sleeping room. The Alberta Building Code requires egress windows in all basement bedrooms. The window opening must be at least 0.35 m² with a minimum 380mm height and 380mm width. We cut the opening, install the window, and build the egress well.

Often yes, but we need to assess it first. We look at ceiling height, egress, existing electrical panel capacity, plumbing stack location, and fire separation. Some basements need significant rework; others are close to code and require only minor upgrades. Contact us for a free walkthrough.