Business Details
31 Years
experience
Toronto's Trusted Home Renovation Experts
Ashton Renovations has been a trusted name in Toronto home renovations since 1995, offering innovative and professional approaches to transforming residential spaces. Our family-owned business combines decades of hands-on experience with a commitment to quality craftsmanship, reliability, and competitive pricing. We specialize in kitchen, bathroom, whole house, basement, and exterior renovations, working closely with clients to ensure their vision becomes reality. With offices in Toronto and Richmond Hill, we serve the Greater Toronto Area and extend our expertise to cottage country properties in Collingwood, Wasaga, and beyond.Our team of certified designers, project managers, and skilled tradespeople prioritizes transparency, communication, and a structured process tailored to each project. Recognized with multiple NKBA and Houzz awards, we maintain industry-specific licensing, WSIB registration, and $5 million liability insurance to uphold the highest standards of safety and professionalism. From initial consultation to final walkthrough, our focus remains on delivering exceptional results that enhance both functionality and value for homeowners.
Services
Kitchen Renovations
Bathroom Renovations
Whole House Renovations
Basement Renovations
Exterior Renovations
Roofing Services
Landscaping
Siding Installation
Waterproofing
Window Replacement
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- 28+ years of Toronto-specific renovation experience with certified designers and trades
- Award-winning quality recognized by multiple NKBA and Houzz Industry Awards
- Fully licensed in Toronto with $5 million liability insurance and WSIB coverage
- Transparent design-build process with detailed budget breakdowns and timelines
- Expert handling of structural work, permits, and complex renovations in older homes
Associations and certifications
- National Kitchen and Bath Association
- Workplace Safety and Insurance Board
What people say
Award-winning quality
Certified expertise
Transparent process
Successful transformations
Timely execution
Services
Kitchen Renovations
Transform your kitchen space with custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, and modern appliance integration. Our certified designers create functional layouts that maximize storage and workflow efficiency while maintaining aesthetic appeal. Specializing in open-concept designs that seamlessly integrate with living areas through structural modifications and code-compliant permits.
Bathroom Renovations
Upgrade to luxury bathrooms featuring thermostatic shower systems, frameless glass enclosures, and heated flooring. Our award-winning designs incorporate waterproof Schluter membranes, premium fixtures, and aging-in-place accessibility solutions. Certified Living in Place Professionals ensure safety without compromising style in ensuite or main bathrooms.
Whole House Renovations
Comprehensive interior transformations from foundation to finishes. Specializing in older Toronto homes requiring structural updates, mechanical system modernization, and layout reconfigurations. Our design-build process coordinates plumbing, electrical, and HVAC upgrades while maintaining historical character elements where appropriate.
Basement Renovations
Create functional living spaces with proper insulation, waterproofing, and egress solutions. Services include legal secondary suite installation, wet bars, and soundproofed media rooms. We address headroom requirements and building code compliance for Toronto's older homes with underpinning expertise.
Exterior Renovations
Enhance curb appeal through siding replacement, roof upgrades, and custom entryway systems. Our waterproofing specialists install dimpled membranes and weeping tile systems. Landscaping services complement structural improvements with durable hardscaping and drainage solutions tailored to Canadian climates.
People
Mark Ashton
Certified Kitchen & Bath Designer
With 15+ years as renovation trade carpenter and 10+ years as project manager, Mark combines political science and business administration degrees with specialized construction project management training. He founded Ashton Renovations to address common homeowner complaints about reliability and workmanship in the industry.
Chris Ashton
Project Manager/Renovator
Experienced project manager with over 15 years in residential construction across landscaping, painting, and renovations. Has successfully managed 200+ construction projects, specializing in kitchen and bathroom transformations while maintaining attention to detail.
Dave Degryse
Renovator
25+ years of renovation and project management expertise gained through collaborative work with his father in landscape contracting. Demonstrates exceptional attention to detail and mastery of both residential construction and landscaping project execution.
Teresa Chen
Interior Designer
University-educated interior designer specializing in kitchen and bath product selection. Combines spatial awareness with client-focused approach to create unique environments that reflect personal preferences while optimizing functional layouts for modern living.
Will Galego
Tile Setter
15+ years of tile setting experience trained under his father 'Mr. Galego' with 45+ years in the trade. Combines traditional craftsmanship with modern construction management knowledge from George Brown College training for precision tile installations.
Questions
What is the average kitchen renovation cost in Toronto?
Kitchen renovations typically start at $55,000 for semi-custom cabinetry and core upgrades. Costs range up to $125,000+ depending on layout changes, structural work, and material selections.
Can you open up kitchens in older Toronto homes?
Yes, we regularly remove walls in older homes to create open-concept layouts. This includes structural support modifications, necessary permits, and integration of updated HVAC and electrical systems.
How long does a full bathroom renovation take?
Standard renovations take 3-4 weeks with specialized trades. Complex projects with heated flooring, frameless glass, or layout changes may require 6-8 weeks depending on material availability.
What home renovation budget should I plan?
Whole home renovations typically range from $250,000 to $350,000 for average-sized Toronto homes. Budgets include mechanical updates, kitchen/bathroom renovations, and necessary structural improvements while retaining value-enhancing existing elements.
Do you offer legal basement apartment construction?
Yes, we build code-compliant secondary suites including structural modifications, proper egress, and soundproofing. Services include permit acquisition, zoning compliance checks, and full mechanical upgrades required for legal units.
Are exterior waterproofing services included?
We provide comprehensive exterior waterproofing through foundation excavation, membrane application, and weeping tile drainage systems. Interior solutions include drainage channels and sump pumps when exterior access isn't possible.
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