Uloma Builds Journal

Build Notes

Answers, guides and tips for Calgary homeowners planning a basement, suite, renovation or epoxy floor.

Basements

Calgary basement developments typically range from $20,000 to $80,000, with final pricing confirmed after an on-site consultation.

Permits & Planning

Yes, a first-time basement development in Calgary needs a building permit. Here's what triggers one and how long approval takes.

Secondary Suites

Calgary dropped the development permit for most secondary suites in 2026. Here's what still applies, and two deadlines to know.

Epoxy Flooring

Winter epoxy is possible in Calgary, but the concrete temperature decides everything. Here's what to know before you book.

Renovations

A full kitchen renovation in Calgary typically runs $20,000 to $78,000. Here's where the money goes and how to make it go further.

Epoxy Flooring

Not all garage floor coatings are the same. Here's how epoxy, polyaspartic, flake and metallic systems compare.

Secondary Suites

A basement with a kitchen isn't automatically a legal suite. Here's how to check, and what to do if yours isn't registered.

Permits & Planning

The right questions up front can save you money and stress. Here's what to ask any contractor before you sign or pay a deposit.

Basements

Egress windows are one of the most common reasons basement bedrooms fail inspection. Here's what the code requires.

Renovations

In most cases, yes. Here's what living through a basement, kitchen or bathroom renovation is really like, and how to prepare.