Basement Finishing Cost in Regina (2026)
Average cost in Regina
$20,000 — $125,000
$30 — $105 per sq ft
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedFraming, electrical, plumbing, and finishing
40%
Drywall, flooring, lumber, and fixtures
40%
Regina gumbo soil drainage and membranes
10%
City of Regina fees and architectural drawings
5%
Buffer for unforeseen structural or moisture issues
5%
GST+PST at 11%
📋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
$23,316 — $34,974
Based on 12 sources and market data for Regina. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.
📈Price Momentum
Year-over-year~1 year ago
$49,592
Today
$52,369
Basement Finishing in Regina is ↑ 5.6% compared to roughly a year ago — about $2,777 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 Regina
Verified providersCollaborative Construction Inc
2151 Albert St, Regina, SK S4P 2V1, Canada
177 reviews
Hybrid Renovations & Restorations
1801 McDonald St, Regina, SK S4N 7A2, Canada
243 reviews
All-Fix Construction & Renovation
1600 Maple Hill Cres, Regina, SK S4X 0P1, Canada
35 reviews
Base to Space Construction Ltd.
534 8th Ave, Regina, SK S4N 3K1, Canada
31 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
Regina's heavy clay 'gumbo' soil heaves and settles aggressively. Foundation waterproofing and moisture mitigation are critical, typically adding $10,000 to $22,000 to a budget if significant exterior membrane or interior drainage work is required.
The City of Regina charges a base permit fee of approximately $245, but total permit costs for building, electrical, and plumbing typically range from $500 to over $2,000 depending on the project's complexity.
Yes, the Saskatchewan government offers the Secondary Suite Incentive (SSI) program, which can provide up to $35,000 or 35% of the cost to build a new, legal secondary suite in an existing home.
For any basement bedroom, a code-compliant egress window is mandatory. In Regina, professional installation typically costs between $2,500 and $5,000 per window, including cutting through the concrete foundation.
📊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: today. 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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