Penguin Basements

Formerly Penguin Condos
Basement Renovation
Toronto ON M3J 2C4
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Abiola
Abiola
0 reviews , ON
10/10

Basement finishing

Penguin Basements did an amazing job to finish our basement.
The process from start to finish was smooth and within the schedule.
Great service overall.

Approximate cost of services:
$70,000.00
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Company Response

Thank you for the kind words. Enjoy your basement.

Lak
Lak
0 reviews Guelph, ON
10/10

Basement Apartment finised from start to finish

To be honest start of the process was not that good have some communication issues.

Initially i wanted to go with other provider but Guy really great in explaining the advantage with Penguin basement and their pricing. I will strongly recommend them to anyone who wanted to complete their basement hassle free.

Once project started and when it got to Roberto, Edgar and Jon it was seamless. In my city the inspections was pain and they keep on pointing out something or other but everyone in Penguin basement take every effort to complete the complains in timely manner and get the permit cleared at the earliest. I really loved everything after the project started.

Special appreciation to Iva, Jon, Roberto, Edgar, Bruno who went above and beyond to accomplish their duties in a quick, personable manner.

Approximate cost of services:
$96,000.00
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Thank you, Lak. Your words will be heeded wholeheartedly and we will continue to strive to better our service. We will make sure the ones you've mentioned hear your kind words and we hope you enjoy the new basement!

Mihaela in Innisfil
Mihaela in Innisfil
0 reviews Milton, ON
10/10

Basement renovation

We decided to go with Penguin Basement for our project to finish the basement in our house. We liked the fact that Penguin offered flexible options for their services for a partial vs full basement finish and we went with the first one. First of all, this company differentiate themselves from the more traditional general contractors group by making it all about the process and the customer experience. Starting with great communication (using Builder Trend App) and transparency about the steps, the schedule of the work and ending with final review and feedback from the client , it was all in all a great customer experience. Each trade came in on time and worked really hard to complete the work within the timing communicated upfront and without compromising on quality. Special thanks to Bruno, Rodrigo and Stephanie for their professionalism. We highly recommend this company to anybody looking to get a basement project done.

Approximate cost of services:
$55,000.00
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Company Response

We are happy to have more positive feedback on our FIY basement option, or as we call it Penguin unfinished basements. Just as we read each and every review to determine how to improve our business, we also listen to our customers to develop new products. We are glad that the partial build suited you and that your experience was the team was a positive one. Enjoy your basement.

R & A
R & A
0 reviews Ottawa, ON
10/10

Basement Renovations

We hired Penguin to finish our basement and we are happy overall with their work. Felipe the framer was great. Andy the supervisor worked tirelessly to make sure our concerns were met and even worked late on his birthday trying to finish things off. Cleaners did a good job at the end cleaning everything up. Contractors who came in were pleasant.

We are enjoying our new basement. Thanks Penguin!

Approximate cost of services:
$75,000.00
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Company Response

We appreciate the kind words. And we will call out everyone mentioned in your review. They'll love it. Enjoy your basement.

Sara in Newcastle
Sara in Newcastle
1 review Newcastle, ON
10/10

Basement finishing top to bottom

We decided to go with Penguin Basements after interviewing other contractors in the area. With PB we trusted their process and plan. The trades that they have hired are exceptional! We ran into a few surprises once framing began, but they had great suggestions and included us in every discussion. Communication is a major factor for project management and they did very well. It was nice having the Builder Trend app to track the progress of the project. Finally and unexpectedly, our final call to close out the project was with the owner himself, Guy. I very much appreciated this part of the process. They showed accountability and made sure that we were satisfied with the end result. Construction is not always easy, its disruptive in the best of circumstances, but PB did a great job of taking care of the project. Their folks work very hard. A special shout out to Felipe - their framer and Andy the site supervisor.

Approximate cost of services:
$74,000.00
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Company Response

Thank you, Sara! We strive to provide the best possible experience in an industry with so many moving parts and communication is a vital part of making sure it works. We appreciate your words and enjoy the new basement!

Jonathan Wessenger
Jonathan Wessenger
1 review Cambridge, ON
9/10

Replaced Base Board Heating with Gas, Installed Full Bathroom & Finished Basement

This was a large project that effected all floors of the house. Penguin Basements helped me with the city to get gas lines into the house. They updated the plumbing for the new bathroom. They opened and closed the walls and ceilings for the ducts for the furnace.

Their work to organize all the contractors to complete the job was done in a timely manor.

Approximate cost of services:
$125,000.00
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Company Response

Thanks for the kind review Jonathon. Where did we lose the point? We're always looking to improve.

Private User
Private User
Private User reviews Bradford West Gwillimbury, ON
10/10

Very Happy with Penguin

After almost 15 years of living with a dingy half finished basement, we finally have the basement we've always wanted. My family is extremely happy with Penguin's work and professionalism. Each contractor was respectful and courteous while completing their portion of work in our home. It took a bit over 2 months to complete and everyone who comes is very impressed with the results!
I would recommend Penguin to anyone that needs their basement renovated.

Approximate cost of services:
$180,000.00
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Company Response

And we are happy you are happy. Thanks for taking the time to post a review. We do appreciate it. Enjoy the non-dingy basement;-)

Tjacques
Tjacques
1 review Ottawa, ON
10/10

Basement renovation

Choosing Penguin to help us extend our living space was the right choice for us. Despite a few hiccups the work was done professionally. The workers were all very pleasant and worked efficiently. Overall we are very happy with our new space and cant wait to settle in.

Approximate cost of services:
$65,000.00
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Ah yes, hiccups... the bane of all renovations. Happy that they were dealt with in a manner that was satisfactory. Enjoy the additional space.

Private User
Private User
Private User reviews Stayner, ON
10/10

Basement "Finish it yourself"

Booked penguin for finish it yourself basement work. Overall extremely positive results. Work was completed in a very quick time frame (1 month from quote to finish), and the local inspector was impressed at the work, even asking why he was even there to inspect. When I contacted, I was not even aware any companies would offer a finish it yourself option, as all other quotes would only encompass start to finish ending, with time frames of 3 to 4 months, the team at Penguin offered this option and came through to an extent I was very appreciative of.

Special props out to two specific workers, Josh and Victor, who went above and beyond to accomplish their duties in a quick, personable manner!

Approximate cost of services:
$44,000.00
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Company Response

We are happy to hear you were pleased with Penguin's unfinished basement approach. Originally conceived in response to quotes we gave that were met with a "I can build it myself cheaper" that only lead to us returning to build a basement months or years later. The idea was to give the handy person a leg up on a basement build they would want to do themselves. We use our experience to help you plan the basement, and as you know, do the rough-in and dry wall. You get to determine where we stop and you start the finish.

And although this is a DIY approach, as you noted, we still put our pros on the job. And as far as we know, no one else does offer this. But as it was such a hit during Covid, we expect the competition to follow our lead once again.

Enjoy your basement. And take pride in the work you'll put in.

Private User
Private User
Private User reviews Oshawa, ON
10/10

Basement Suite

We are so pleased to have been associated with Penguin Basements to build our wonderful suite. From start to finish the Trades worked tirelessly and professionally to fulfil our dream of a secure and beautifully designed apartment. Thank you Penguin Basements, from the Design Team to the Building Artisans, for your expertise and dedication to your craft.

Approximate cost of services:
$137,000.00
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Company Response

Thank you for taking the time to post these kind words. We are happy to be of service. Enjoy the new second suite.

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More about Penguin Basements

Penguin Basements is your full-service Basement Renovation Company.

Nothing beats a finished basement as a cost-effective way to add living space or rental income to your home in the Greater Toronto Region. Whether you need design, permits or a stunning build, be sure to call the Renomark certified contractor Penguin for a Free Estimate today.

You'll find hundreds of our satisfied customers all across Southern Ontario in the GTA, the Tri-Cities Area and the Greater Ottawa Area. Our experienced, trained professionals make it easy for Penguin Basements to stand behind every job we do. So, If there's a basement renovation in your future, contact Penguin Basements today, where 100% total satisfaction is guaranteed! Don't get scammed by fly-by-night operators, unrealistically low prices, too short build times or fake reviews. We invite you to visit us in person anytime.

• Basement Renovation Specialist
• Guaranteed Mold-Resistant Materials
• FREE In-Home Design & Estimate
• Easy Financing Available
• No Interest for 12 Months*
• Transferable Limited Lifetime Material Warranty
• 2-Year Comprehensive Warranty
• Exclusive Penguin Benefits

Be sure to check our one of our Basement Showcase Open House weekends where you can inspect our work up close and in person!

CATEGORIES
Basement Renovation
PRODUCTS
Fully finished basement design and build inclusive of Kitchens, Bathrooms and Custom features.
SERVICES
Basement renovations, basement waterproofing, foundation repair, crawl space encapsulation.
BRANDS
Penguin Family of Companies Penguin Basements Penguin Condo & Reno
STYLES
Classic, Country, Modern, Contemporary, Retro, Unique.
SPECIALITIES
Custom basement builds within your budget.
WEBSITE
http://www.basementscanada.com
YEAR ESTABLISHED
2011
NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES
120
LICENSES
Fully Licensed in every municipality we serve.
MEMBERSHIPS
BILD, RENOMARK
LIABILITY INSURANCE
Yes
WORKERS COMPENSATION
Yes
BONDED
Yes
WRITTEN CONTRACT
Yes
WARRANTY TERMS
2-Year plus Limited Lifetime Material Warranty.
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