Your basement is sitting empty while your family needs more space. A home office. A bedroom for a teenager. A playroom that is not the living room. A legal suite for rental income.
Art Edge Construction has finished over 80 basements across Edmonton since 2012. We do the work ourselves — framing, drywall, flooring, bathrooms, soundproofing, and finishing. No subcontractors you have never met. No surprise change orders. Just a finished basement that looks like it was always meant to be there.
Call 780-907-2949 for a free estimate or keep reading to see exactly how we work, what you will pay, and why Edmonton homeowners trust us with their largest renovation.
What Makes Art Edge Construction’s Basement Renovation Different in Edmonton
Most basement contractors do one thing well and sub out the rest. The framing crew comes Monday. Drywall Tuesday. Flooring Wednesday. If something goes wrong, no one takes responsibility.
We do not work that way. Our crew frames, drywalls, tapes, floors, and finishes. Artem is on site personally. When we find a problem — and in Edmonton basements, we always find problems — we fix it without pointing fingers.
What you actually get:
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Framing done right the first time — studs 16 inches on center, proper fire blocking, bulkheads built for your HVAC runs
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Drywall finished to Level 4 as standard (Level 5 available for spaces with raking light)
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Flooring installed with proper underlayment for concrete slabs — no soft spots, no peeling corners
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Bathrooms waterproofed with Schluter systems — no failed grout, no mold behind walls
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Soundproofing between floors so you do not hear the TV in the bedroom above
See our basement renovation cost breakdown for real project numbers.
How Art Edge Construction Handles Basement Renovation — The Full Process
We break every basement into six phases. You know what happens each week. No guessing.
Phase 1: Free in-home estimate and measure (1 hour)
We come to your home, measure every wall, check ceiling height, inspect for moisture or cracks, and note where your electrical panel, HVAC, and plumbing stacks are located. You get a written quote within 48 hours with line-item pricing.
Phase 2: Permits and planning (2 to 4 weeks)
We pull all required City of Edmonton permits. You do not need to visit the permit office. We also order materials — lumber, drywall, insulation, flooring, bathroom fixtures — so everything arrives when we start.
Phase 3: Framing and insulation (1 to 2 weeks)
Walls go up. Studs, top plates, bottom plates. Fire blocking where Edmonton code requires it. Bulkheads built around ductwork and beams. R24 insulation in exterior walls. R12 in ceilings between floors if you want soundproofing.
Phase 4: Electrical and plumbing rough-in (3 to 5 days)
Pot lights placed where you want them — not where it is easiest to run wire. Switches at every entry. Outlets every 12 feet per code. Bathroom rough-in tied into existing stacks. Heated floor lines installed if you choose them.
Phase 5: Drywall, mudding, and taping (1 to 2 weeks)
Level 4 finish as standard — smooth, paint-ready, no visible seams in normal light. We sand between each coat. Corners are sharp. Ceilings are flat. See our drywall installation services for more detail.
Phase 6: Flooring, trim, paint, and final finishes (1 to 2 weeks)
Luxury vinyl plank, engineered hardwood, carpet, or tile — installed with proper underlayment for concrete. Baseboards, casings, and door hardware. Two coats of paint in your chosen color. Bathroom vanity, toilet, shower, and exhaust fan. Final walkthrough with you before we clean up and leave.
Total timeline: 5 to 9 weeks depending on size and finishes. A basic 800 sq ft basement with no bathroom takes 4 to 5 weeks. A full 1,200 sq ft basement with bathroom and wet bar takes 7 to 9 weeks.
Most Edmonton homeowners find that a 15-minute call is enough to get a firm quote for their basement. Art Edge offers free in-home estimates — we measure, check your existing conditions, and give you a written number. Call 780-907-2949 or fill out the estimate form with your basement size and location.
Basement Renovation Pricing in Edmonton — What to Expect
Every basement is different, but here are real ranges from our 2025 and 2026 projects.
| Basement Size | No Bathroom | With 3-Piece Bathroom | With Bathroom + Wet Bar |
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| 500 sq ft | $12,000 – $16,000 | $18,000 – $24,000 | $28,000 – $38,000 |
| 800 sq ft | $18,000 – $24,000 | $28,000 – $38,000 | $45,000 – $60,000 |
| 1,200 sq ft | $24,000 – $32,000 | $38,000 – $50,000 | $58,000 – $75,000+ |
What these prices include: Framing, insulation, drywall (Level 4), electrical (pot lights, switches, outlets), paint, trim, LVP flooring in living areas, bathroom fixtures and tile floor. Permits and GST included.
What these prices do not include: Appliances, furniture, electronics, or window coverings.
For a detailed line-item breakdown, see our basement renovation cost guide.
The One Question Most Edmonton Homeowners Ask Before Booking
“How do I know you will finish on time and on budget?”
You do not know. You have to trust someone. Here is what we do to earn that trust.
First, we do not take your money and disappear. Payment is tied to completed phases: 25% at framing completion, 25% at drywall completion, 25% at flooring completion, 25% at final walkthrough. You never pay for work we have not done.
Second, we have been doing this for 14 years. Our reviews say the same thing: “Artem is very honest.” “They finished on time.” “Prices were very reasonable compared to others.” Read them yourself on our Google reviews.
Third, we find problems during the estimate, not after demolition. We check for moisture, unlevel floors, low ceilings, and insufficient electrical capacity before we quote. If something needs extra work, you know before you sign.
Basement Renovation Areas We Cover — Edmonton and Surrounding
We serve all neighborhoods in Edmonton. Here are areas where we have completed the most basement renovations:
Southwest Edmonton: Windermere, The Hamptons, Heritage Valley, Terwillegar, Rutherford, Callaghan, Keswick
Southeast Edmonton: Silverberry, The Meadows, Ellerslie, Summerside, Laurel, Charlesworth, Walker
Northwest Edmonton: Oxford, Cumberland, Carlisle, Rapperswill, Griesbach, Beacon Heights
Northeast Edmonton: Hollick-Kenyon, Brintnell, Cy Becker, McConachie, Sifton Park, Kirkness
Central Edmonton: Glenora, Westmount, Oliver, Garneau, Strathcona, Bonnie Doon
Do not see your neighborhood? We have likely worked there too. Call us and ask.
For neighborhood-specific pricing and considerations, see our SW Edmonton basement renovation guide (coming soon).
Questions Edmonton Homeowners Ask About Basement Renovation
Q: How long does a basement renovation take in Edmonton?
A: 5 to 9 weeks from permit approval to final walkthrough. A basic 800 sq ft basement with no bathroom takes 4 to 5 weeks. A full 1,200 sq ft basement with bathroom and wet bar takes 7 to 9 weeks. Permits add 2 to 4 weeks before we start.
Q: Do I need a permit to finish my basement in Edmonton?
A: Yes if you are adding any bedroom, bathroom, or altering electrical or plumbing. Edmonton requires both a development permit and a building permit. We pull all permits for you. See the City of Edmonton basement requirements for official details.
Q: Can you finish a basement with low ceilings?
A: Edmonton code requires 6 feet 8 inches for most of the basement. If your ceiling is lower, we can still finish it as storage or a utility room, but not as living space. We measure during the estimate and tell you exactly what is possible.
Q: What flooring is best for Edmonton basements?
A: Luxury vinyl plank (LVP) is the most common choice — waterproof, durable, and affordable at $2 to $4 per square foot. Engineered hardwood works for dry basements. Carpet is fine for bedrooms but avoid it in bathrooms or wet bars. See our flooring installation services for options.
Q: How do you handle soundproofing between floors?
A: Two approaches. Basic: R12 insulation between the floor joists reduces normal conversation noise. Advanced: Resilient channels + double drywall + insulation blocks TV and music volume. We discuss both during the estimate.
Q: What is the difference between Level 3, Level 4, and Level 5 drywall finish?
A: Level 3 has one coat of mud over tape — seams are visible in raking light. Builder grade. Level 4 has two to three coats — standard for living spaces, no visible seams in normal light. Level 5 has a skim coat over the entire surface — museum quality, no shadows. We do Level 4 as standard. Upgrade to Level 5 for basements with large windows or pot lights that create raking light.
Q: Can I add a legal suite in my basement?
A: Yes, Edmonton allows secondary suites in all low-rise zones as of 2024. Requirements include a separate entrance, fire separation between units, dedicated electrical panel, and parking. Legal suites cost $12,000 to $20,000 more than a standard basement finish but generate $1,000 to $1,500 monthly rent. See our legal suite basement services for full details.
Q: Do you offer financing?
A: We do not offer financing directly, but many clients use home equity lines of credit (HELOC) or Alberta renovates programs. We provide all documentation you need for your lender.
About Art Edge Construction — Edmonton Basement Renovation Experts
Artem Melnyk | Owner, Art Edge Construction Ltd | 14 years experience | Red Seal Certified Journeyman (Carpentry)
I started Art Edge Construction because I saw too many Edmonton homeowners getting burned by contractors who took deposits and disappeared, or who did shoddy work and blamed the homeowner when problems appeared.
I have personally framed, drywalled, and finished over 80 basements across Edmonton since 2012. I am on site every day. When I tell you something will be done by Friday, it is done by Friday.
What our clients say:
“Artem and his team did an awesome job finishing my basement. Their craftsmanship, accuracy, finishing and creativity is unbelievable. Artem is very honest.” — Bhavesh Patel
“We recently had our basement finished by this amazing team. Everything was completed on time, and their prices were very reasonable compared to others. I highly recommend them.” — waqas aan
“If I could give Art Edge Construction more than 5 stars, I would. Artem is reliable, honest, and ridiculously precise. Prices are fair — shockingly fair for the quality.” — Yvette Yakibonge
See our gallery of finished basements and all client reviews.
Ready to Start Your Basement Renovation?
You have read the process. You have seen the pricing. You have read what our clients say.
Here is what happens next:
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You call 780-907-2949 or fill out the contact form
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We schedule a free in-home estimate (30 minutes)
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You get a written quote within 48 hours
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If you say yes, we pull permits and order materials
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We finish your basement. You get your space back.
Call 780-907-2949 now or send us your basement size through the form.
Free estimates. No pressure. Just a clear number and a finished basement.
