Whether you’re opening up the main floor, finishing an undeveloped basement, or doing both at once, SJO Renovations & Repairs has been transforming homes across the South Shuswap since 2011.
We work with homeowners in Blind Bay, Sorrento, and Eagle Bay to design and build main floor and basement spaces that are practical, comfortable, and add lasting value to your home. From initial floor plan decisions through to final trim and paint, we manage the entire process.
Service Description
- Consultation on floor plan layout and design options
- Determine permit requirements and handle coordination
- Demolition and debris removal where required
- Build new walls, rooms, and structural framing
- Arrange electrician and plumber rough-ins
- Insulation and vapour barrier installation
- Drywall installation, finishing, priming, and painting
- Ceiling repairs and finishing
- Provide contacts for kitchen cabinets and coordinate installation
- Flooring installation or coordination with flooring contractor
- Installation of doors, casings, window returns, trim, and baseboards
- Final clean-up and disposal of debris
Why choose SJO - Renovations & Repairs?
Local & Experienced Since 2011
We've been serving Blind Bay, Sorrento, and Eagle Bay since 2011. Main floor and basement projects involve multiple trades and real coordination — we've done this enough times to do it right and on schedule.
We Coordinate Every Trade
We manage electricians, plumbers, cabinet installers, and flooring contractors so you don't have to. One point of contact, one project, handled start to finish.
We Stand Behind Our Work
We walk through the finished project with you and make sure everything is right before we consider the job done. Your satisfaction is the standard we build to.
Benefits to developing your main floor and basement:
More usable living space
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A finished main floor or basement adds real square footage to your daily life. Whether you need a family room, home office, extra bedroom, or a space for guests, developing these areas gives your household room to breathe.
Increased home value
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Rental income potential
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Better use of what you already own
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a permit for a basement development in BC?
Most basement developments require a building permit, especially if you’re adding bedrooms, a bathroom, or a secondary suite. We’ll determine what’s needed during the consultation and guide you through the process.
How long does a main floor or basement renovation take?
A straightforward basement development typically takes 4–8 weeks. Main floor renovations vary depending on scope — a kitchen reconfiguration or open-concept conversion may take 3–6 weeks. We give you a clear timeline before work begins.
Can you help with open-concept conversions on the main floor?
Yes. Opening up walls, removing non-load-bearing partitions, and reconfiguring floor plans is work we do regularly. Where structural changes are needed, we coordinate with the appropriate professionals to ensure it’s done correctly.
Can a finished basement be used as a rental suite?
Potentially yes, depending on your municipality’s zoning and BC building code requirements. We can help you plan the layout with a secondary suite in mind — proper ceiling height, egress windows, separate entrance, and fire separation all factor in.