Basement Finishing Cost in Barrie (2026)
Average cost in Barrie
$25,000 — $95,000
$35 — $95 per sq ft
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedFraming, drywall, and finishing
35%
Lumber, flooring, and fixtures
40%
Licensed sub-trades and rough-ins
15%
City of Barrie fees and drawings
5%
Unexpected repairs or moisture fixes
5%
HST at 13%
📋What's Included
ScopeTypically Includes
- Framing & drywall
- Basic flooring (LVP or carpet)
- Electrical (outlets & lighting)
- Egress window (if required)
- Painting
- Basic bathroom rough-in
Typically Excludes
- Full basement bathroom
- Built-in bar or kitchen
- Home theater wiring
- Waterproofing (separate cost)
- Permits & inspections
Assumes an unfinished basement with existing concrete floor and basic utilities.
🧮Estimate Your Cost
InteractiveEstimated Cost
$27,600 — $41,400
Based on 8 sources and market data for Barrie. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.
📈Price Momentum
Year-over-year~1 year ago
$47,585
Today
$50,250
Basement Finishing in Barrie is ↑ 5.6% compared to roughly a year ago — about $2,665 more on the average project.
Comparison derived from the year-over-year change rate, not a month-by-month price index. We don't store historical snapshots yet — when we do, this will become a real time series.
🏢Top Basement Finish Contractors in Barrie
Verified providersRick Savo Custom Renovations Ltd.
38 Lillian Crescent, Barrie, ON L4N 4P6, Canada
36 reviews
Bosscon Contracting Group - General Contractors Barrie
3 Russell Hill Dr, Barrie, ON L4N 0C3, Canada
32 reviews
Bay Point Contracting
501 Welham Rd Unit 11, Barrie, ON L4N 8Z6, Canada
35 reviews
Provider data sourced from public business directories. Ratings and reviews are public and may change. LookupCost is not affiliated with listed providers.
💬What People Actually Paid
Community❓Common Questions
Labor rates in Barrie are typically 15-25% lower than in the GTA, with skilled trades charging $75-$95 per hour compared to $95-$120 in Toronto. However, material delivery fees can be 3-8% higher due to transport from GTA suppliers.
Yes, the City of Barrie is offering a 50% reduction on building permit application fees for Additional Residential Units (ARUs) in 2026. Homeowners can also receive a full rebate if the unit achieves occupancy within 12 months.
Adding a 3-piece bathroom typically costs between $18,000 and $30,000. This includes plumbing rough-ins (approx. $3,500-$7,000), fixtures, tiling, and required ventilation.
Yes, the City of Barrie requires permits for any basement finishing that involves structural changes, new plumbing, or electrical work. Permit fees generally range from $200 to $1,500 depending on the project size.
📊Our Methodology
How we collect dataAggregated from 5+ verified web sources and cost databases
Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides
Government construction and labor statistics
Community-reported project costs and reviews
Last data collection: 4 weeks ago. Updates run weekly. All costs in CAD.
About this data
Cost figures are estimates synthesized from public market data using AI research and refreshed regularly. Real project costs vary by scope, materials, contractor, and site conditions. Always get verified quotes from licensed contractors for your specific project.
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