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E.Y. Renovation & Restoration

Updated 2026-09-08 · 31,213 reviewed · 300 listed · Scored from 22 Google reviews · How we rank ›

5.0(22) 71 low data composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Basement Renovation & FinishingDry Wall ContractorWater Damage Restoration ServiceDrainage ServiceWaterproofing ServiceKitchen RenovationFlooring ContractorInterior Construction ContractorTile ContractorHome Additions & Second Storeys

Google-verified22 Google reviewsover fifteen years

E.Y. Renovation & Restoration
Location
East York
Services
Basement Renovation & Finishing, Dry Wall Contractor, Water Damage Restoration Service
Reviews
22
Ranking
#93 in Basement Renovation & Finishing
Best for
Homeowners needing basement waterproofing, underpinning, or concrete work who value transparency and reliability.

Core details are sourced from this business's Google Business Profile (checked 2026-09-08). Website-sourced details were fetched 2026-08-08.

What recent reviews say

All 22 reviews are five-star. Reviewers consistently praise Ben and his crew for showing up on time, delivering on budget, and explaining their work as it progresses. They earn repeated mentions for underpinning, basement waterproofing, concrete work (driveways, patios, walkways), and professionalism even on complex projects.

Based on limited recent reviews, so treat this as low-confidence.

Praised for
  • responsive and professional communication
  • on-time and on-budget delivery
  • attention to detail in work quality
  • personable crew, explains the process
  • handles complex structural work (underpinning, waterproofing) reliably
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Best for: Homeowners needing basement waterproofing, underpinning, or concrete work who value transparency and reliability.

Where this business shines

  • 15+ years operating with full licensing and specialty insurance (including underpinning)
  • Ben leads projects personally, explains steps throughout
  • zero delays or budget overruns across 22 reviews
  • handles both exterior concrete and interior basement work

Worth knowing

  • Ben is the project manager and faces the homeowner throughout
  • website states licence no. T85-4723994, general liability and specialty underpinning insurance, WSIB coverage for all employees
  • phased project scheduling available to align with homeowner budgets
  • one reviewer is a general contractor who now refers them

What reviews say by service

Basement Renovation & Finishing
Basement waterproofing and interior finishing handled with care; phased approach respected
Water Damage Restoration Service
Basement waterproofing praised explicitly; reviewers report proper moisture protection
Flooring Contractor
No direct evidence; concrete flatwork praised but not interior flooring
Kitchen Renovation
No direct evidence in reviews
Tile Contractor
No direct evidence in reviews

How it compares

  • Rated 5 against a 4.87 average across the 96 basement renovation & finishing businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 39% of the businesses in this directory.

What earned this score?

How We Score
Star rating 94
Review volume 59
Review recency 0
Review sentiment 65
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
22
4
0
3
0
2
0
1
0

Common questions

Do you handle underpinning and foundation work?
Yes. Multiple reviewers cite underpinning projects completed on time and budget. Their website lists underpinning and specialty underpinning insurance as a core service.
How do you prevent water in the basement?
Basement waterproofing is a stated service. Reviewers mention proper moisture protection after block work and concrete pours.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes. Their website states licence T85-4723994, general liability insurance, specialty underpinning insurance, and WSIB coverage for all employees.
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Last updated 2026-09-08