RenoDuck delivery process / Toronto + GTA

A renovation should be clear before construction starts.

RenoDuck’s process is built around defining the existing conditions, the scope, the decisions and the responsibilities before work moves into construction. The goal is not to force every home into the same timeline. It is to give each project a documented path from first conversation to final handover.

Project-specific, not one-size-fits-all

Timing can change with project scope, structural work, permits, inspections, material availability and what is discovered in the existing home. The signed scope and current project schedule control the actual sequence.

01 / PLAN

Understand the home.

Consultation, measurements, scope development, selections and required professional or municipal coordination.

02 / BUILD

Sequence the work.

Demolition, rough-ins, inspections where required, wall and surface work, installations and finishes.

03 / CLOSE

Review before handover.

Quality review, outstanding items, care information and applicable project and warranty documentation.

Phase 01 / before construction

Turn the idea into a buildable scope.

The early stages are where the project should become easier to understand. Existing conditions are documented, design decisions are connected to the scope, and any professional or permit requirements are identified before the work is sequenced.

RenoDuck showroom in Concord with renovation material and finish displays
RenoDuck showroom, Concord. Material and finish decisions can be reviewed against the written scope rather than made in isolation.
01

Initial consultation

Clarify the property, how the space needs to work, priorities, budget direction, known concerns and the scope worth investigating.

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02

Site assessment and measurement

Document the existing layout, dimensions, visible conditions, access, utilities and structural or mechanical constraints that can affect the renovation.

03

Design and scope development

Connect layouts, selections, drawings and the written scope so the design, pricing and construction plan are describing the same project.

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04

Engineering and permits where required

Coordinate professional review, applications and inspections appropriate to the work. Structural, legal-suite and entrance projects can require a different approval path than a straightforward interior finish.

05

Preconstruction planning

Set the working records for schedule, materials, access, protection, communication responsibilities and the sequence that needs to happen before demolition begins.

What should be defined before work starts

Six decisions that reduce avoidable surprises.

Use & layoutWho will use the space, which rooms are needed and how circulation should work.
Existing conditionsCeiling height, moisture, structure, drainage, utilities, access and visible constraints.
Scope boundariesWhat is included, what is excluded and which allowances or selections still need confirmation.
ApprovalsWhether drawings, engineering, permits or inspections are required for the planned work.
SelectionsMaterials, fixtures, cabinetry and finish decisions that affect ordering, installation and cost.
CommunicationHow schedule updates, access, decisions, photos and outstanding questions will be recorded.
Phase 02 / construction

Build in the order the house requires.

The construction sequence depends on the scope. Structural work, legal basement requirements, plumbing changes and exterior entrances do not follow the same checkpoints as a simple finish refresh, which is why the project record matters.

RenoDuck crew performing basement underpinning excavation and structural work
06

Demolition and rough-ins

Complete approved removal, framing and the mechanical, electrical and plumbing work included in the scope before finished surfaces close those systems in.

07

Insulation, wall and surface work

Complete required inspections before closing walls, then move through insulation, drywall or approved wall assemblies and the surface preparation needed for the selected finishes.

08

Finishes and installation

Coordinate flooring, tile, cabinetry, fixtures, trim, paint, doors, hardware and final details in an order that protects completed work.

Phase 03 / close

Handover is part of the work.

The final stage is not just the moment construction stops. RenoDuck’s site-safe process calls for a quality review, completion of identified deficiencies, a final walkthrough, care information and the applicable warranty documentation for the project.

  • Quality review: inspect completed work against the agreed project scope.
  • Outstanding items: identify and address applicable deficiencies before closeout.
  • Walkthrough: review the finished space, controls, fixtures and care considerations relevant to the work.
  • Project records: provide applicable permit, inspection or other closeout records where they form part of the project.
  • Warranty: provide the written warranty information that governs the workmanship coverage.
Finished basement dining area completed by RenoDuck
Finished-space proof belongs at the end of the process because the completed room is the result of the decisions made before and during construction.
Different scopes / different checkpoints

The process changes with the work.

RenoDuck is basement-first, but the same planning principle applies across its renovation services: define the specific technical, approval and finish decisions that belong to that scope.

Basement finishingLayout, ceiling height, moisture, mechanical routes, lighting and finish coordination.Explore → Legal basement apartmentsProperty feasibility, municipal requirements, egress, life-safety conditions and the approval path.Explore → Underpinning & loweringEngineering, permits, structural sequencing, excavation conditions, inspections and the finished-height plan.Explore → Walkouts & separate entrancesGrade, drainage, structure, access, weather exposure and municipal requirements.Explore → Bathroom renovationLayout, plumbing, ventilation, waterproofing, tile, fixtures and finish sequencing.Explore → Kitchen renovationCabinetry, appliance locations, plumbing, electrical, lighting, surfaces and installation order.Explore →
Process questions

What homeowners should know before the start date.

The most useful process questions are the ones that clarify scope, timing, approvals, communication and what happens when the existing house changes the plan.

How long does a RenoDuck renovation take?
There is no single timeline that applies to every project. Duration depends on scope, existing conditions, structural work, approvals, inspections, material availability and the sequence in the signed project plan. The current project schedule should be used instead of a generic companywide duration.
Does every renovation need a permit?
No. Permit requirements depend on the work and the property. Structural changes, legal basement conversions, certain plumbing or mechanical changes and new entrances can trigger professional review or municipal approvals. RenoDuck coordinates those requirements when they are part of the project scope.
Are design and engineering included on every project?
They should not be assumed to be included on every project. Design, engineering and professional review are coordinated where required or where they are included in the signed scope. The proposal should identify the responsibilities that apply to your renovation.
How are materials and selections handled?
Selections are connected to the project scope so materials, fixtures, cabinetry and finishes can be reviewed for fit, ordering and installation requirements. RenoDuck also publishes a customer showroom in Concord where renovation materials and finishes can be discussed.
How will I receive project updates?
The communication method and responsibilities should be agreed during preconstruction. RenoDuck has published use of project updates, photos and a client portal; the workflow used on your project should be confirmed in the project records.
What happens at project handover?
The closeout stage includes a quality review, completion of applicable outstanding items, a homeowner walkthrough, care information and the project or warranty documentation that applies to the signed scope.
Before you start

Confirm the scope, the current offer and the written warranty.

RenoDuck publishes renovation promotions and financing options as well as a 15-year workmanship-warranty claim. Offers can change, and the signed contract and written warranty control the terms that apply to an individual project.

Current offers & financing

Review the live offer before signing.

RenoDuck maintains a current offers and financing page for basement renovation promotions and financing options. Eligibility, rates, deferral terms and promotion availability can change.

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Workmanship warranty

15-year published warranty claim.

RenoDuck publishes a 15-year workmanship warranty. The applicable written warranty and signed contract should be reviewed for the exact coverage, exclusions, responsibilities and claim process.

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