Basement Finishing Cost in Saskatoon (2026)
Average cost in Saskatoon
$35,000 — $135,000
$35 — $135 per sq ft
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedFraming, drywall, and finishing trades
45%
Drywall, flooring, insulation, and trim
35%
Plumbing, HVAC, and electrical upgrades
12%
City fees and architectural drawings
5%
Unexpected repairs or structural issues
3%
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
$23,820 — $35,730
Based on 7 sources and market data for Saskatoon. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.
📈Price Momentum
Year-over-year~1 year ago
$69,187
Today
$72,300
Basement Finishing in Saskatoon is ↑ 4.5% compared to roughly a year ago — about $3,113 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 Saskatoon
Verified providersLekadez Construction Ltd
443 McFaull Cres, Saskatoon, SK S7V 0T2, Canada
29 reviews
Royal Renovators Construction Ltd
211 Thakur St, Saskatoon, SK S7W 0Z9, Canada
29 reviews
Sole Construction Inc
1518 Empress Ave, Saskatoon, SK S7K 3G3, Canada
20 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
A full legal suite with a kitchen and separate entrance typically costs between $65,000 and $120,000. However, the Saskatchewan Secondary Suite Incentive (SSI) Grant can provide up to $35,000 (35% of costs) back to the homeowner.
For 2026, the City of Saskatoon charges $0.38 per sq ft for basement development with a minimum fee of $167. If you are legalizing an existing suite, the application fee is $2,250.
In 2026, a 1-bedroom suite typically rents for $850 to $1,100 per month, while a 2-bedroom legal suite can command between $1,000 and $1,400 depending on the neighborhood and finish quality.
A standard open-concept basement finishing project takes 4 to 8 weeks. A full legal suite conversion, including plumbing and fire separation, typically requires 10 to 14 weeks from permit approval to final inspection.
📊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: 2 days 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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