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Total Reno & Design specializes in transforming homes throughout Toronto and the surrounding areas.

Our skilled team focuses on kitchens, bathrooms, basements, full-home renovations and more, ensuring every project is completed with expert craftsmanship.

09/09/2026

Your “new” bathroom starts to smell… and we know the reason.

In Toronto, finishes don’t fail all at once. They loosen quietly—caulking cracks, steam hangs around, grout discolours—then water finds the edge it needs.

Here’s our 60-second monthly checklist:
Check caulking + gaps around tubs, showers, and backsplash edges for hairline cracks.
Test bathroom fan airflow: run it and make sure steam clears fast (no lingering haze).
Wipe/inspect grout—catch early discolouration before it turns into bigger repairs.

Want us to spot the high-risk spots in your recently renovated space (tile edges, transitions, and wet-area details) before they cause damage? Contact Total Reno & Design for your next project.

09/06/2026

That dead corner by the fridge? It made grocery runs feel like a workout.

We kept seeing the same Toronto-home problem: awkward access, low storage, and “why do I always put things back in the wrong spot?” moments.

Here’s the exact upgrade that solved it: a corner pull-out pantry—so those awkward reaches turned into lined-up shelves you can actually use.

We plan the workflow first, then the finishes.
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09/04/2026

Your yard feels useless in winter—then the dining spot hits its freeze–thaw test.

We see it all the time with garden suite builds: entertaining area layouts that ignore how people actually move from private entrance to “stay awhile” space.

Our 3-zone backyard plan (front-to-back) keeps it working year-round:
Private entrance/utility corridor — clear sightlines and easy access.
Shaded dining nook — durable surfaces that can take freeze–thaw.
Evening lighting path — warm, low-glare guidance to the suite.

Quick checklist before you meet a designer:
- How do you move from the suite to the table in 2 minutes?
- Where does wind hit the seating?
- What surfaces will stay solid after spring thaw?
- Can guests find the path without stepping around cords?

Want us to sketch the zones for your layout? Get Your Free Quote.

09/02/2026

Basement walls sweating right before the reno timeline—then the drain lines “surprise.”

A family in Toronto came to us with damp concrete and older plumbing that didn’t route water the way it should. They were excited about a finished basement… until the odour returned and the concrete looked stained along the perimeter.

We handle moisture + code-proofing as one problem, not a cosmetic patch:
- targeted moisture mitigation for the existing conditions
- upgraded drainage planning based on how water actually moves
- finish build-up choices that hold up over time (so the walls don’t start “working against you” again)

If your space has hidden issues, let’s troubleshoot the right way—Get Your Free Quote.

08/30/2026

Pretty-only bathrooms fail in Toronto: | Your waterproofing, subfloor tolerances, and fan size decide it—not the tile.

Before we talk finishes, we start with a pre-remodel checklist that prevents the usual “looks great… until it doesn’t” cycle:

1) Waterproofing + how it ties into the wall/floor transitions (not just the shower pan)
2) Subfloor/tiling tolerances—movement and unevenness show up later as cracked grout and loose tiles
3) Ventilation sizing—an exhaust fan that’s too small means moisture stays in the room
4) Layout choices that reduce maintenance (access to valves, cleaner wipe-down paths, fewer awkward corners)

If you’re planning an upgrade, we’ll map the whole bathroom system so the design looks sharp for years—not months.

Contact us for your next project.

08/28/2026

That first “we should renovate” feeling hits hard when the bathroom starts falling apart.

We’ve seen it turn into stress—until we handle the plan like a system: layout tweaks, proper waterproofing, correct venting, and a full new shower build-up where it matters.

One client put it best after we worked through a delay: they always knew what was happening, what was next, and why. No guessing—just clear updates and steady progress.

Want to see how we’d tackle your space?
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08/26/2026

That shared-wall noise is always the first complaint.

We design Toronto garden suites/ADUs so they feel truly separate—calm for tenants, privacy for homeowners. It starts with soundproofing that’s built into the details (not an afterthought): insulation strategies in the shared wall, resilient channels with layered drywall for impact + airborne noise, and a bathroom exhaust fan vented the right way so moisture doesn’t travel into “your” space.

Then we back it up with layout choices that cut down on everyday friction—where the doors land, how plumbing runs, and what’s placed where sound naturally travels.

Want a unit that holds up for years (and doesn’t turn into a neighbour-texting situation)?

Contact us for your next project.

08/23/2026

A testimonial that proves the process—not just the finished room.

We still remember the moment our client’s phone came out during the final walkthrough. “It looks even better in person,” they said—because the details were tight, the trades were lined up, and the cleanup was actually finished.

Frame by frame, here’s what they described:
Trades scheduled to reduce disruption.
A close-up detail they couldn’t stop pointing at.
Final walkthrough clarity—no surprises.

Want to hear what our clients notice (and what they didn’t have to worry about)?
Call us at (416) 273-9700 and Get Your Free Quote.

08/21/2026

“Are we still on track?” That’s the question we hear most—right after the last demo dust settles.

We run our projects with a Renovation Update Timeline so you’re never stuck guessing what happens next. Week by week, you get:
Day 1: walkthrough notes + priorities confirmed
Day 3: shop drawings reviewed and approved
Weekly: progress photos, what changed, and what’s coming next
Change-order steps: what we’re recommending, why, and the timing impact

Our clients tell us the difference isn’t the demo—it’s the communication. One of our recent homeowners summed it up perfectly: “We never had to wonder what’s happening next.”

Contact us for your next project

07/26/2026

That “pretty” new LVP or tile job starts opening at the edges before you notice.

In Toronto’s wet-season freeze-thaw, the cost often shows up later: gapping at wet-area transitions, bond failure under the finish, and mould-prone seams when waterproofing and adhesive details weren’t spec’d for movement.

We keep seeing the same miss, waterproofing/underlay + adhesive + transition sealing treated like a standard detail instead of an engineered system for how your subfloor behaves.

Ask us what modern installation systems should be included in your scope, movement-friendly underlayments, correct subfloor primers, and manufacturer-approved sealant/wet-area detailing, so the finish holds up when the seasons shift.

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York, ON

Telephone

+14162739700

Website

http://www.totalrenodesign.com/

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