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Basement Suites & Foundation Openings

Structural support for basement suite alterations, egress window openings and walkout entrances. Review the existing foundation, proposed openings and supporting elements before making changes to your home.

Discuss your basement project

Illustrative finished basement suite with a compact kitchen and living area — Illustrative image

THE RIGHT SUPPORT

Start with the question
you need answered.

A basement project can involve more than a new room layout. Enlarging a window or creating a walkout changes the foundation, while moving a beam or post changes the support above. We review the proposed structural work and the existing conditions, then develop the engineering details needed for the defined scope of your basement project.

Is this your project?

You are creating a basement suite with structural alterations.
An egress window needs a new or larger foundation opening.
You are planning a walkout entrance beside the existing foundation.

WHAT WE DO

A clearly defined scope.

Foundation openings

Assess the proposed opening and design the structural header or reinforcement needed for existing conditions.

Basement alterations

Review proposed beam, post and support changes that form part of the suite layout.

Walkout coordination

Consider structural support and retaining-wall needs within scope, alongside coordination of excavation, drainage and waterproofing.

What you can receive

Structural drawings and details for the agreed openings or alterations.
Engineering documentation supporting the defined structural design.
Identification of relevant coordination items for the project team.

Deliverables are confirmed with your project scope.

What helps us get started

Property location, proposed floor plan and opening locations.
Foundation drawings, photographs and available site information.
Window or entrance proposals and any municipal comments.

HOW IT WORKS

From inquiry
to deliverable.

Review the proposal
Identify the planned openings, layout changes and information needed about the existing foundation.
Define the design
Confirm the structural scope, review site conditions as needed and develop the required details.
Coordinate the work
Provide the engineering documents and clarify how the structural design fits the wider basement project.

COMMON QUESTIONS

A few useful answers.

Does this cover every requirement for a basement suite?

Our scope addresses the agreed structural work. A suite also has other design and permit requirements, which need coordination with the municipality and project team.

What should I confirm for an egress window?

Share the proposed opening and window-well arrangement. Window dimensions, clearance and permit requirements should be confirmed alongside the structural design before construction.

Is a walkout just a larger opening?

A walkout may also involve excavation, soil retention, drainage and waterproofing. We identify the structural scope and the related coordination needed for your proposal.

START A CONVERSATION

Let’s talk about your project.

Share the proposed work, available information and your main questions.