Topdown Renos handles home renovations in Markham, covering Unionville, Cornell, Markham Village, Cathedraltown, Berczy and Greensborough. Custom kitchens are the most-requested project here, often featuring two-tone cabinetry and quartz waterfall islands. Markham labour rates run slightly lower than central Toronto. Standard 5x8 bathroom full gut runs
4,000 to $34,000. Licensed, insured, $5M general liability.
Home renovation in Markham covers a range of housing types and budgets. Markham has heritage homes in Unionville, walkable new urbanism in Cornell, mid-density subdivisions, and high-end estates near 16th Avenue and Kennedy. Custom kitchen demand is high here, often driven by clients with specific design preferences and quality expectations.
Markham Neighbourhoods We Cover
- Unionville: Heritage character along Main Street. Older homes with renovation projects that often respect the original facade while updating interiors fully. Custom kitchens with traditional cabinetry are a common ask.
- Cornell: Newer urbanist neighbourhood with townhomes and detached homes. Smaller lots, narrower homes. Kitchen renovations often involve opening up the main floor to feel more spacious.
- Markham Village: Older established homes from the 1970s and 1980s. Bathroom and kitchen updates are routine, often along with HVAC or electrical service upgrades.
- Cathedraltown: Newer high-end community with custom and semi-custom homes. Whole-home renovations and primary suite expansions.
- Berczy and Greensborough: Mid-2000s detached subdivisions. Basement finishing for second-generation families. Kitchen refreshes when builder-grade finishes feel dated.
Custom Kitchen Demand in Markham
A higher share of Markham clients ask for full custom kitchens than in other parts of the GTA. Common features:
- Two-tone cabinetry (lighter uppers, darker base or island)
- Quartz or quartzite waterfall islands
- Pot filler over the range
- Panel-ready integrated appliances
- Walk-in pantries or hidden butler pantries
- Asian-Canadian kitchen layouts with separate wok kitchens or rear prep kitchens
For pricing on these projects, see kitchen renovation cost in Toronto.
Markham Permit Process
Markham permits are issued by the City of Markham Building Standards. Standard residential permit timelines run 3 to 6 weeks. Committee of Adjustment for minor variances is processed by Markham's planning department.