Legal Basement Suites · Saskatoon

Turn your basement
into rental income.

Permitted, code-compliant secondary suites built by a family-owned Saskatoon contractor. We handle permits, design, and build, from first feasibility quote to tenant-ready handover.

200+Projects
100%Permitted

Free suite feasibility quote

Tell us about your home. We'll assess whether a legal secondary suite is feasible and follow up with a transparent fixed-price quote.

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A permitted suite is
worth the difference.

01

Insurable & Rentable

A permitted secondary suite can be properly insured, legally rented, and disclosed to lenders and future buyers.

02

Higher Resale Value

Legal suites add documented rental income to your property's appraisal, often boosting resale value significantly.

03

Safe & Code-Compliant

Egress windows, fire separation, interconnected smoke and CO alarms, and proper ventilation. Built to keep tenants safe.

04

Long-Term Income

Saskatoon's rental market continues to support strong demand for one and two bedroom suites in well-served neighbourhoods.

05

No Surprises Later

Unpermitted suites can trigger insurance denials, lender problems, and forced renovations at sale time. Doing it right once saves money long-term.

06

We Handle Everything

From feasibility check and permit drawings to inspections and final tenant-ready finish. One trusted team, one fixed price.

Permit to
tenant-ready.

Building a legal suite is a regulated process. We manage every step: feasibility, drawings, permits, inspections, every trade, and final finishes. You get a single quote, a single timeline, and a suite you can rent the day we hand over the keys.

  • Feasibility & zoning check
  • Permit drawings
  • City permit submission
  • Egress windows
  • Fire separation
  • Separate entrance
  • Sound insulation
  • Interconnected alarms
  • Full kitchen
  • Full bathroom
  • Dedicated HVAC zoning
  • Separate laundry
  • Coordinated inspections
  • Final cleaning & handover

From feasibility
to tenant-ready.

Permitted secondary suites are a regulated process. Our four-step approach keeps it predictable, transparent, and on budget.

1

Feasibility Consultation

We visit your home and check zoning, lot, parking, ceiling heights, and egress potential. Free and no obligation.

2

Design & Fixed Quote

Layout, material selections, permit drawings, and a transparent fixed price. You'll know exactly what you're getting.

3

Permits & Build

We submit permits, coordinate inspections, and manage every trade through to final finish.

4

Tenant-Ready Handover

Final inspection, walkthrough, and handover. Move tenants in the same week.

Legal suite questions,
answered.

Is my home eligible for a legal basement suite?

Most single-family lots in Saskatoon can host a legal secondary suite, but eligibility depends on zoning, lot dimensions, parking, ceiling height, and existing layout. We run a free feasibility check before any work is quoted.

What does a legal suite cost in Saskatoon?

Most legal secondary suite builds range from $90,000 to $180,000 depending on existing conditions, scope, and finishes. Your free feasibility consultation includes a fixed-price quote.

How long does a legal suite take?

From permit issue to tenant-ready, typically 12 to 20 weeks. Permit timing depends on the City of Saskatoon's current queue.

Do you handle the permits and inspections?

Yes. We prepare drawings, submit permits, and coordinate every required inspection with the City of Saskatoon. You get one point of contact for the entire process.

Will the suite need a separate entrance?

Yes, a separate entrance is required by code for a legal secondary suite. We design and build the entrance as part of the project.

Can I rent the suite as soon as you finish?

Yes. Once the final occupancy inspection passes, your suite is legally rentable. We deliver it cleaned, finished, and ready for your first tenant.

Find out if a suite
is right for your home.

Family-owned. Permit to tenant-ready. Honest quotes with no surprises. Saskatoon's trusted legal suite builder.

Get your free feasibility quote

Tell us about your home. We'll be in touch within one business day to schedule your feasibility consultation.

By submitting, you agree to be contacted by Whitecap Construction about your inquiry. We never share your information.