Home Renovation in The Beaches, Toronto

Life in The Beaches revolves around the boardwalk, the tree-lined side streets, and the mix of character cottages and Edwardian homes that give the neighbourhood its laid-back charm. Many of these homes were built for a different era of family living, with narrow footprints, low ceilings, and layouts that don’t always suit how people use their homes today.

iRemodel Home Renovation Toronto has spent over 20 years helping Beaches homeowners open up cramped layouts, add second-storey space, and modernize kitchens and bathrooms without losing the cottage character that drew them to the neighbourhood in the first place.

Renovation Services We Provide in The Beaches

• Kitchen renovations — opening up galley kitchens, adding islands, and maximizing storage in smaller footprints
• Bathroom renovations — custom vanities and full remodels suited to older plumbing layouts
• Home additions — second-storey additions and rear extensions on narrow Beaches lots

Local Considerations

Many Beaches properties sit on narrow lots with tight side-yard setbacks, which affects how additions and second-storey builds are designed and permitted. Our team handles the City of Toronto building permit application process for you, from zoning review through final inspection.

Why Homeowners in The Beaches Choose iRemodel

We’re a licensed general contractor with over 20 years of experience and a team of in-house electricians, plumbers, tilers, and cabinet makers — not subcontracted labour. Every project uses premium materials, follows Ontario Building Code, and comes with a one-year warranty.

For more on planning an addition, see our guide on the benefits of home additions in Toronto, or read our full home renovation planning guide for a step-by-step overview of the process.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can older Beaches cottages support a second-storey addition?
In most cases, yes, though it depends on the existing foundation and framing. Our team assesses the structure first and designs the addition around what your home can safely support.

How long does a typical Beaches kitchen or bathroom renovation take?
A kitchen renovation usually takes 3 to 8 weeks depending on scope, while a bathroom renovation is often completed within 2 to 5 weeks.

Do you handle the building permit application for Beaches projects?
Yes. We prepare and submit the required drawings and documentation, then manage the review and inspection process so you don’t have to deal with the City directly.

Can a small Beaches kitchen be opened up without losing structural integrity?
Often yes, though it depends on whether the wall in question is load-bearing. We assess the structure and, where needed, work with an engineer to design a safe, code-compliant open-concept layout.