HCRA licensed builder specializing in legal basement suites and income property construction in Ontario.

The Basement Suites

Turn Your Lower Level Into a Legal Income Suite.

We help homeowners turn lower levels into legal rental assets.
From municipal approvals to first rent cheque, we provide the expertise to make your property cash flow.

Everything Below the Surface Matters.

A basement suite converts your lower level into a legal, self-contained rental. Converting your basemenet is the lowest capital path to creating a high-performance income property. From permits and construction to tenant placement, we turn unused space into immediate cash flow.

  • LOW CAPITAL INVESTMENT

  • IMMEDIATE CASH FLOW

  • TURNKEY TENANT PLACEMENT

  • COMPLETE INDEPENDENT LIVING

  • FULLY PERMITTED & LEGAL

Example of a fully self-contained, Ontario Building Code compliant basement apartment with a private kitchen and living area.

Your Property’s Potential

Proven cash flow. Permanent equity. Start here.

Typical project timeline: 1–3 months from planning to rental income for a legal basement apartment.
Estimated monthly rental income: $1,650-plus for a finished legal basement suite.
Typical permanent property value increase: $75,000-plus after a legal basement conversion.
$0 upfront fees option before rental income is secured. Financing and grant programs may apply; eligibility required.

*Estimates only. Results vary by property, market conditions, and individual circumstance. All financing subject to eligibility.

Choose Your Income Path

Select the layout that fits your goals. From 1 bedroom studios to 2-bedroom suites, we provide the costs, rent projections, and ROI for every path.

From $99,000

The Basement Studio.

1 Bed | 1 Bath | 500 SQFT

⊞ View Floor Plan

Compact, efficient, and quick to build. This high-yield layout is optimized for smaller footprints, delivering faster returns and strong rental demand with a lower upfront investment.

*Estimated payments from $650/month.

From $129,000

The Basement Suite.

2 Beds | 1 Bath | 650 SQFT

⊞ View Floor Plan

Spacious and flexible. The 2-bedroom suite attracts long-term professional tenants and families, maximizing your monthly cash flow while significantly increasing your property’s value.

*Estimated payments from $985/month.

Three Signature
Design Collections

Explore our three signature design collections and choose the one that best reflects your style and the way you want your space to feel.

The Scandinavian

LIGHT • AIRY • MINIMAL

Light, airy Scandinavian rental suite interior with minimal modern finishes by ADU Crew

The Modern Farm

WARM • INVITING • TIMELESS

Warm and inviting modern farmhouse rental suite interior with timeless finishes by ADU Crew

The Contemporary

CLEAN • BOLD • REFINED

Clean and refined contemporary rental suite interior with bold modern finishes by ADU Crew

Three signature looks. Endless ways to make yours feel different.
Additional colours, finishes & materials are selected during your planning process.

We stack $0-upfront financing with up to $80,000 in government rebates to minimize your cash and get your suite earning fast.
Start your free property assessment to see what you qualify for.

*Program availability, funding, eligibility, and incentive amounts vary. We help you understand which opportunities may apply to your project.

Ready to See If Your Basement Qualifies?

Get your free Property Assessment and discover whether your basement is suited for a legal rental suite before making any investment decisions.

  • Recommended Suite Options

  • Estimated Project Costs

  • Rental Income Potential

  • Financing Opportunities

*Free. No obligation. Personalized for your property.

Property Spotlight

From Unused Basement to $2,150/Month.

Investment
$115,000

Timeline
48 Days

Annual Income
$25,800

Value Add
$150,000

Open-concept kitchen and living room in a legal basement suite by ADU Crew in Ontario
Bright modern bedroom in a legal basement rental suite by ADU Crew in Ontario
Separate basement rental entrance with concrete steps and black railings by ADU Crew in Ontario
Modern bathroom with solider stack tile tub surround in a legal basement suite by ADU Crew in Ontario

*Representative project. Figures reflect a completed Waterloo-area conversion; results vary by property and market.

*Get clear answers about your property’s potential, suite options, financing, and next steps with zero pressure.

Questions We Get Asked

Every property is different. If you're unsure about feasibility, costs, timelines, or the approval process, we'll walk you through every step.

Office & Design Studio

Monday - Friday | 10am - 5pm
By Appointment
Suite 2 - 16 Barrel Yards Blvd, Waterloo, Ontario
+1(519) 900–5801
[email protected]

Serving Southern Ontario

Waterloo | Kitchener
Guelph | Cambridge
Oakville | Burlington | Milton
Hamilton | St. Catharines
Brantford | Woodstock
London | Stratford

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Mortgage services are provided through Expert Mortgage, a licensed mortgage brokerage in Ontario (Lic. #12079).
Real estate services are provided through Condo Culture Brokerage, a licensed real estate brokerage in Ontario.
Construction services are provided by ADU Crew Inc., an HCRA-licensed builder and Tarion-registered home builder in Ontario (Lic. #B6119).