Renovation Execution Built Around Your Investment
Every service is structured to protect your timeline, control your budget, and deliver a property that meets your investment objectives—whether you are holding, renting, or refinancing.
Full Property Renovations
Complete renovation management from acquisition through rent-ready handoff. We plan, sequence, and execute the rehab so you can focus on the deal.
- Pre-acquisition walkthrough and rehab budget range
- Scope definition and trade sequencing
- Kitchen, bath, flooring, and mechanical upgrades
- Weekly photo and spend reporting
- Punch-list discipline and clean turnover
- Refinance-ready documentation package
Tenant Turnover Refreshes
Fast, repeatable turnovers that minimize vacancy and protect your cash flow. Standardized scopes with predictable timelines.
- Paint, flooring, and baseboards
- Lighting and fixture upgrades
- Kitchen and bathroom refresh
- Appliance coordination
- Deep clean and final walkthrough
- Portfolio-rate pricing for repeat investors
Basement Suite Conversions
Legal basement apartments and secondary suites that increase rental income and property value. Permit management, framing, mechanical, and finishing under one scope.
- Feasibility assessment and code review
- Permit applications and inspections
- Egress, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical
- Kitchen and bathroom build-out
- Fire separation and sound attenuation
- Occupancy-ready handoff
Structural Upgrades
Foundation, framing, and load-bearing improvements that address safety concerns and support long-term property value. Properly scoped, permitted, and documented.
- Foundation repair and waterproofing
- Load-bearing wall modifications
- Floor and ceiling joist reinforcement
- Beam and post replacement
- Permit coordination and engineering review
- Inspection-ready documentation
Exterior & Roofing Improvements
Curb appeal and envelope improvements that protect the building and increase appraised value. Siding, roofing, windows, and drainage handled under one scope.
- Roof replacement and repair
- Siding installation and restoration
- Window and door replacement
- Soffit, fascia, and eavestrough work
- Grading, drainage, and exterior waterproofing
- Deck, porch, and entry improvements
Value-Add Renovations
Targeted improvements designed to increase appraised value and rental income. Every dollar spent is measured against the return it generates.
- ROI-focused scope planning
- Unit modernization and layout optimization
- Energy efficiency upgrades
- Multi-unit common area improvements
- Before/after documentation for appraisals
Renovation Scope and Budgeting
Before the first trade arrives on site, TradeForge helps you define the renovation scope, establish a realistic budget, and sequence the work to minimize holding costs. Clear planning prevents costly surprises and keeps your deal on track.
Estimate and Plan Your Renovation
Use TradeForge's planning and estimating tools to understand your renovation costs before committing capital.
- Renovation cost estimates by project type
- BRRR strategy calculator for cash-on-cash returns
- Material quantity calculators for drywall, flooring, and more
- ROI projections for value-add renovations
- Guided project planning from scope through quote request
Scope Control and Cost Management
TradeForge locks scope before work begins. You receive a detailed scope of work, trade schedule, and cost breakdown—so there are no surprises during the renovation.
- Detailed scope of work documents
- Trade-by-trade cost breakdown
- Weekly spend tracking and variance reporting
- Change order discipline—no unapproved changes
Acquisition → Renovation → Tenant Ready → Refinance
A structured, repeatable process built around investor timelines and deal economics.
1. Acquisition Support
We walk the property with you before closing, identify the renovation scope, and provide a rehab budget range to inform your purchase decision.
2. Renovation Execution
Detailed scope of work, trade sequencing, and a target completion date—locked before the first hammer swings. Weekly photo updates, spend tracking, and schedule status throughout.
3. Tenant Ready
Clean, rent-ready handoff with punch-list completion, final walkthrough, and all finishes installed. The property is ready for listing and tenant move-in.
4. Refinance Documentation
Full documentation package for your lender: scope summary, before/after photos, receipts, permits, and completion certificates to support your refinance appraisal.
Why TradeForge
- Contractor who understands BRRR deal economics
- Scope discipline—no scope creep, no change-order games
- Schedule accountability tied to your holding costs
- Documentation built for lender and appraiser review
- Portfolio pricing for repeat partnerships
- Financing available through TradeForge partnerships
Where We Work
TradeForge Construction & Equity Inc. serves BRRR investors across Brantford and surrounding communities within approximately 50 km.
- Brantford
- Hamilton
- Cambridge / Kitchener-Waterloo
- Woodstock
- Simcoe / Norfolk County
- Surrounding municipalities