Highland Creek's 1960s and 1970s suburban homes have good bones — and real potential. Kopman Build specialises in basement finishing, kitchen renovations, and whole-home upgrades for homeowners in this established Scarborough neighbourhood, bringing 25 years of project discipline to every job.
Highland Creek is an established suburban community where most homes were built between 1960 and 1985. Renovating this housing stock requires a contractor who understands aging infrastructure — original electrical panels, older plumbing stacks, and foundations that predate modern waterproofing standards. Kopman Build has renovated dozens of homes in similar Scarborough communities and knows where to look before problems become surprises.
Basement finishing is the single most common project we deliver here. Highland Creek's generous lot sizes and full-height basements make them ideal candidates for family rooms, home offices, and legal secondary suites. Kitchen updates are a close second, with many homeowners modernising original 1970s layouts to open-plan configurations that suit how families live today.
Dustin Kopman founded the company in 1999 after growing up working in construction through his family's firm, G&G Enterprise. That hands-on background means every project is managed by someone who understands the craft — not just the sales pitch.
Legal secondary suites, family rooms, home offices, and full basement renovations to Ontario Building Code — the most in-demand service in Highland Creek.
Full kitchen remodels from layout reconfiguration to custom cabinetry, countertops, and appliance packages tailored to Highland Creek's suburban homes.
Primary suites, main baths, ensuites, and powder rooms — complete gut-and-rebuild or targeted upgrades to aging original fixtures.
Rear additions, second-storey additions, and garage conversions designed to integrate seamlessly with your existing 1960s–1980s structure.
Multi-phase, whole-house renovations managed as one coordinated project — one team, one schedule, one point of contact.
Experienced with knob-and-tube remediation, cast iron stack replacement, and foundation waterproofing common in Highland Creek's older homes.
We visit your property, listen to your goals, and document the project in writing — scope, budget, and timeline.
A detailed line-item estimate with allowances and contingencies, so you know the number before committing.
We manage all permit applications, engineering consultants, and approvals — nothing falls through the cracks.
Full-time site supervision, weekly updates, and open-book cost tracking throughout the project.
Structured handover with all documentation, warranties, and a 12-month attendance window post-completion.
Basement finishing in Highland Creek typically runs $55,000–$120,000 depending on suite configuration and finish level. Kitchen renovations range $55,000–$140,000+. Bathroom renovations run $20,000–$65,000. Whole-home renovations on 1960s–1980s Highland Creek homes commonly fall between $150,000 and $450,000. We provide detailed pre-construction estimates before any commitment.
Yes. Basement finishing in Highland Creek falls under City of Toronto building permit requirements, particularly for any framing, electrical, plumbing, or HVAC work. If you are creating a secondary suite, additional zoning and fire separation requirements apply. Kopman Build manages all permit applications, inspections, and sign-offs on your behalf.
Highland Creek's housing stock is dominated by 1960s–1980s suburban builds — detached and semi-detached homes with underutilised basements and dated kitchens. Basement finishing and secondary suite conversions are the most requested projects, followed closely by kitchen updates and bathroom renovations. Many homeowners also undertake window replacements and exterior upgrades given the age of the housing stock.
A straightforward basement finish in Highland Creek typically takes 10–16 weeks from permit approval to completion. Secondary suite projects with separate entrance work can run 14–20 weeks. Kitchen renovations take 8–14 weeks. We build realistic schedules at the outset and communicate clearly if anything changes.
Yes. We are familiar with the Highland Creek neighbourhood and its proximity to the U of T Scarborough campus and the Highland Creek ravine system. Ravine-adjacent properties may have additional setback and grading considerations under Toronto's Ravine and Natural Feature Protection By-law. We assess these site-specific factors during our initial consultation and incorporate them into the project plan.
Tell us about your project. Initial consultations are confidential and no-obligation. We serve Highland Creek and all of Scarborough, Toronto, and the GTA.
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