Kelowna basement renovation with egress window and warm finishes

Basement Renovations Kelowna | Suite Remodelling

Legal secondary suites, cozy family rooms, and dry, quiet spaces—built to BC code and City of Kelowna requirements.

Secondary Suites

Secondary Suites & Legal Suite Renovations in Kelowna

Code‑compliant layouts, clean builds, and smooth inspections.

Locally Coordinated

Our team designs and builds secondary suites in Kelowna with safety and comfort in mind—egress windows, fire/sound separation, and ventilation handled correctly. We submit drawings, coordinate permits, and schedule inspections so the process moves without friction.

Basement Renovations That Add Value

Whether you’re creating a family media room or a legal rental, smart insulation, lighting, and storage make the space feel finished. Thinking ahead to the main floor too? Explore our kitchen renovations in Kelowna or pair upgrades with a bathroom remodel.

More Room to Live Layouts that flow, lighting that feels good, and durable finishes that stand up to Okanagan life.

Our Basement Services

Make the Most of Every Square Foot

Comfort, code, and careful execution—so your basement lives well year‑round.

Family Rooms & Media

Layered lighting, warm finishes, and wiring for media and gaming.

Home Gyms & Studios

Resilient flooring, ventilation, and storage that keeps gear tidy.

Bedrooms & Baths

Egress windows, proper ventilation, and moisture‑smart finishes.

Legal Secondary Suites

Plans, permits, egress, fire/sound separation, and inspections.

Storage & Laundry

Built‑ins, laundry rooms, and mudroom connections that make sense.

Permits & Inspections

City of Kelowna submissions, progress inspections, and occupancy.

Process & Timeline

What to Expect — From Walkthrough to Move‑In

Predictable steps; tidy job sites; clear updates.

Locally Coordinated

  1. Site Walkthrough & Scope: Goals, moisture/heat/noise risks, and code constraints.
  2. Design & Selections: Layouts, finishes, and suite plans if applicable.
  3. Permits: Drawings and City submissions; pre‑inspection checks.
  4. Build: Framing → rough‑ins → insulation/vapour → drywall → finishes.
  5. Inspections & Handover: Deficiency list, cleaning, documentation, and keys.

Typical timelines run 6–12 weeks depending on scope, permit timing, and inspection windows.

Optional: radon rough‑in/testing and mitigation coordination on request.

Local Proof

What Kelowna clients say

Warm, quiet, and built right — reviews from suite, basement, and renovation clients.

★★★★★
Google

“Ashton came by and gave us some excellent advice. We are at the very start of our renovation process. There was no pressure, no sales tactics, just a friendly chat that allowed us to confidently start the process of taking the next step …”

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Casey Evans

2 months ago

★★★★★
Google

“We had a last minute request and Richard Rasmussen at Nailed It Developments came through for us! Highly professional and courteous, A+++ service. Highly recommend.”

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Tammy Hobbs

4 months ago

★★★★★
Google

“We recently connected with Ashton and Nailed It regarding some potential renovations in our older home. From the start, they were super responsive and able to come do a walk through within a couple days of us reaching out. They have been …”

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Amanda Rivet

a year ago

★★★★★
Google

“I am extremely impressed with Ashton and his team at Nailed it Developments. I have been in the plumbing industry for over 20 years, and I can tell when someone is passionate and truly cares for their clients. He is devoted to making sure …”

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Amanda Baumann

a year ago

★★★★★
Google

“Ashton came out to look at a possible reno at a new home for us. He was on time, knowledgeable, but most importantly, I felt like he wanted us to understand the job and what we getting into. Ultimately, we chose to not buy the house as the project was bigger than we thought -- but we are happy that Ashton helped us out.”

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Dean Bergsma

a year ago

★★★★★
Google

“Ashton and Richard did everything that we wanted and more. Tyler is a master at tiling especially mitred edges. We are thrilled with our new shower. …”

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Mrs C

Edited 2 years ago

★★★★★
Google

“Richard and his team were fantastic. So knowledgeable and transparent, punctual, committed to working hard until the whole job was complete, extremely clean and respectful, took care of the unexpected like no big deal, and very easy going. Highly recommend!”

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Jess and Tristan McEwan

a year ago

★★★★★
Google

“Top quality work as quoted . I would highly recomend Nailed it for any ceramic tile work.Looking forward to the next job. Troy . Finishing Solutions Inc.Residential Renovation contracting.”

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Troy Loucks

2 years ago

★★★★★
Google

“I’ve had the pleasure to work with these guys and super impressed! Knowledgeable and attention to detail like no other! Highly recommend! 12/10 …”

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Cheryl Mckinnon

3 years ago

★★★★★
Google

“Short Google review from a verified customer.”

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Tannis Robinson

7 months ago

FAQ

Basement & Suite Questions, Answered

Permits, egress, timelines, and more.

Do I need a permit for a secondary suite in Kelowna?

Yes. We prepare drawings, submit applications to the City of Kelowna, and coordinate inspections.

What are the egress window rules for bedrooms?

Bedrooms require a code‑compliant egress window with a clear opening of at least 0.35 m² and no dimension smaller than 380 mm.

How long does a basement renovation take?

Many projects run 6–12 weeks depending on scope, permits, and inspection schedules.

Can you help with moisture and radon?

Yes. We address drainage, vapour barriers, ventilation, and can include radon rough‑ins or mitigation if needed.

Will my suite meet fire and sound requirements?

We design for rated assemblies, smoke/CO alarms, self‑closing devices, and acoustic details so your suite passes inspection.

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