Your Basement Could Pay You $2,000/Month — Let's Build Your Legal Suite.

A legal basement suite pays for itself within 2-3 years — and adds $100K+ to your home's value. BRIO handles everything from permits to final inspection. Fixed pricing from $40K, financing available.

  • Done in 7-9 Weeks — Guaranteed
  • Fixed-Price, Itemized Quote
  • 0% Financing Available for 12 Months
  • 15+ Suites Completed — 5.0 Google Rating
  • Free In-Home Consultation
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Kitsilano 1-bedroom suite — completed in 7 weeks

15+Suites Completed
5.0★★★★★Google Rating
15+Years Experience
PermitsHandled
Licensed& Fully Insured

WHY HOMEOWNERS SWITCH

How BRIO Compares

We hold ourselves to a higher standard. Here's what you can expect when you work with BRIO.

Timeline

BRIO

7-9 weeks, guaranteed — guaranteed in your contract

Others

Timelines often shift due to scheduling conflicts

Pricing

BRIO

Fixed-price, itemized quote — no surprises

Others

Estimates can change as the project evolves

Communication

BRIO

Dedicated PM, same-day responses, weekly photo updates

Others

Updates can be inconsistent between projects

Warranty

BRIO

Written 1-year workmanship warranty included

Others

Warranty terms vary and aren't always in writing

Job Site

BRIO

Daily cleanup, belongings protected, proof of insurance on file

Others

Cleanup practices vary from crew to crew

Financing

BRIO

0% interest up to 60 months through Financeit

Others

Not always offered or limited options available

COMPLETED SUITES

Basement Suites Across Greater Vancouver

Real suites we've built for local homeowners. Every project was completed on time, on budget, and fully permitted.

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Kitsilano

1-Bed Legal Suite

7 weeks

Full kitchen, bathroom, separate entrance, fire separation

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Lower Lonsdale

1-Bed Legal Suite

7 weeks

Open-plan living, modern kitchen, private entrance

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Mount Pleasant

2-Bed Suite with Laundry

9 weeks

2 bedrooms, in-suite laundry, full kitchen, open layout

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Upper Lonsdale

2-Bed Suite with Laundry

9 weeks

2 bedrooms, private entrance, in-suite laundry, HVAC

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Dunbar

Premium 1-Bed Suite

8 weeks

Full kitchen, quartz counters, private entrance, sound insulation

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Lynn Valley

1-Bed Suite

8 weeks

Full kitchen, bathroom, waterproof membrane, egress windows

HOW IT WORKS

5 Steps — From Phone Call to Done

1

Call or Book Online

We schedule a free in-home visit within 48 hours. No sales pitch — just honest advice.

2

On-Site Assessment

We measure the space, check behind walls for surprises, and talk through what you actually want.

3

Fixed-Price Quote

You get an itemized line-by-line quote with a guaranteed completion date — before you commit to anything.

4

Build Phase

One dedicated crew, one project manager, weekly photo updates. We show up every day until it's done.

5

Final Walkthrough

We walk the finished project together. If something's off, we fix it before we leave.

Why Homeowners Love BRIO

On-Time Delivery

Guaranteed completion date or your final payment is on us

Fixed Pricing

The price we quote is the price you pay — no surprise bills

Daily Cleanup

Your home stays clean — job site cleaned at the end of every day

1-Year Warranty

Everything we build is backed by a written workmanship warranty

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Homeowners Love Their New Suite Income

Real reviews from our Google Business Profile

★★★★★

We recently completed a project with BRIO Construction, and it was a pleasure working with Amir. He was very clear with his requirements and communicated his vision effectively, which made the collaboration smooth and efficient.

T

TeamUP Cabinets Ltd.

Kitchen Cabinetry Project

★★★★★

Amir & BRIO Team took our 2000 sqft office and completely transformed it into a sleek, high-end workspace. The place feels brand new — modern, stylish, and super professional. The lighting, layout, and finishes make such a difference.

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88West Realty

Commercial Office Renovation

★★★★★

BRIO Team built a stunning duplex for our investment group in 2021, and they absolutely delivered — on time and on budget, even with all the challenges of COVID. With supply chain delays and labor shortages everywhere, Amir & BRIO Team kept everything on track.

S

Soroush S.

Duplex Build, North Vancouver

Trusted & Certified By

Renomark - Renovators Mark of ExcellenceHAVANBC Housing Licensed BuilderTravelers Insurance

AREAS WE SERVE

Proudly Serving Greater Vancouver

From the North Shore to Richmond, BRIO delivers the same quality, guarantees, and fixed pricing across all of Greater Vancouver.

Vancouver

25+ projects

Kitsilano · Mount Pleasant · Dunbar · Kerrisdale

North Vancouver

32+ projects

Lower Lonsdale · Upper Lonsdale · Lynn Valley · Edgemont

West Vancouver

13+ projects

Ambleside · Dundarave · Caulfeild · British Properties

Burnaby

9+ projects

Metrotown · Brentwood · Burnaby Heights · Deer Lake

Richmond

5+ projects

Steveston · Ironwood · Broadmoor · City Centre

Coquitlam

7+ projects

Burke Mountain · Westwood Plateau · Austin Heights

New Westminster

5+ projects

Sapperton · Queensborough · Uptown · Queens Park

Port Moody

4+ projects

Glenayre · Heritage Mountain · Inlet Centre

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Your Suite Pays for Itself — 0% Interest Up to 60 Months

At $2,000+/month in rental income, your basement suite pays back the investment in 2-3 years. Through Financeit, finance up to $100,000 with 0% interest for up to 60 months and start building now.

  • 0% interest for 12, 24, 36, 48, or 60 months
  • Deferred payments available — no payments & no interest for up to 12 months
  • Suite rental income covers monthly payments
  • Rates as low as 2.99% on promotional plans
  • Approved in minutes — apply online or on your phone
  • No early repayment penalties
Check My Rate — No Credit Impact

Project value

$55,000

$40,000$80,000

Your estimated monthly payment

$988/mo

over 5 years

0% interest available up to 60 months

Just $917/mo with $0 interest

Or defer payments entirely

No payments & no interest for up to 12 months

That's only $33/day to enjoy your new basement suite

Start your basement suite now — pay comfortably over time

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Get Your Free Basement Suite Estimate

Tell us about your basement and we'll assess the feasibility of a legal suite. Free consultation — no obligation, just honest advice on costs, permits, and rental income potential.

  • Free feasibility assessment
  • Permit requirements explained
  • Fixed-price, itemized quote
  • Rental income projection included
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We respond within 24 hours — usually same day.

5.0 Google Rating · Licensed & Insured · 5-Star Guarantee

Frequently Asked Questions

Expect $40,000-$80,000 depending on size and finishes. A basic 1-bedroom suite with kitchen, bathroom, and separate entrance runs $40K-$55K. A premium 2-bedroom with in-suite laundry and higher-end finishes costs $55K-$80K. The biggest cost drivers are plumbing (kitchen + bathroom), electrical (separate panel), HVAC, and fire separation. Older homes may need extra waterproofing and moisture mitigation. BRIO gives you a fixed-price, line-item quote before work starts.
Yes — a legal suite requires a building permit from your municipality. Requirements include minimum ceiling height (6'5"), proper egress windows, fire separation between units, separate entrance, smoke/CO detectors, and parking considerations. Zoning bylaws vary by city and neighbourhood. BRIO manages the entire permit process — drawings, applications, fees, and all inspections.
Greater Vancouver basement suites currently rent for $1,800-$2,500/month for a 1-bedroom and $2,200-$3,000+ for a 2-bedroom, depending on location and finishes. Areas near transit command premium rents. At $2,000/month, your $55K suite investment pays for itself in under 3 years. The suite also adds $80K-$120K to your home's resale value. It's the highest-ROI renovation you can do.
Most BRIO basement suites take 6-10 weeks from permit approval to move-in ready. Permit processing typically takes 4-8 weeks depending on your municipality. We use that time to finalize designs and pre-order materials so construction starts immediately once approved. A standard 1-bedroom suite builds in 6-8 weeks; larger 2-bedroom suites take 8-10 weeks.
Yes. Go interest-free for 12 months or spread payments over 2-5 years. The rental income from your suite typically exceeds the monthly financing payment — so the suite literally pays for itself from day one. Most homeowners are approved within 24 hours. No penalty for early repayment.

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