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Interior Renovations in Burnaby

Burnaby is where Old To New does some of its most varied interior work, from opening up 1960s ranchers in Capitol Hill and Burnaby Heights to attic and bonus-room conversions that add real living space without an addition. We handle load-bearing wall removal with engineering, full-floor makeovers, room reconfigurations, custom trim and built-ins, and condo renovations near Metrotown and Brentwood. Fully insured, familiar with City of Burnaby permits, and free quotes on every project.

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Attic renovations in Burnaby: turning wasted space into rooms you use

Attic and bonus-room conversions are one of our specialties in Burnaby. Many homes in Burnaby Heights, Capitol Hill and around Deer Lake have tall roof structures hiding hundreds of square feet of unused space. We assess headroom, floor structure and access, then convert that space into a bedroom, office or teen retreat with proper insulation, ventilation, wiring and stairs. Where the existing joists were never meant for living loads, we reinforce them to an engineer's design. A converted attic or bonus room over the garage is often the most affordable way to gain a room in Burnaby, because the roof and walls already exist. Cost varies by scope, and the assessment is free.

Opening up Burnaby's 1960s and 70s ranchers

Whole streets in Capitol Hill, Edmonds and Burnaby Heights were built in the same era, with the same chopped-up plan: small kitchen, closed dining room, narrow hall. These ranchers respond beautifully to open-concept conversion. We identify the load-bearing lines, have an engineer size the new beams, pull the City of Burnaby permit and open the main floor into one connected space. Because rancher structures are simple and predictable, the work is efficient, and the transformation is dramatic. We often pair the wall removal with a full-floor makeover, replacing flooring, doors, trim and lighting in one pass so the finished level feels like a new house.

From Metrotown towers to Deer Lake character homes

Burnaby's housing runs the full spectrum, and our interior work follows it. In Metrotown and Brentwood condos we manage strata paperwork, protect common areas and reconfigure units for better storage and flow. Around Deer Lake and in older Edmonds pockets we work on character homes where matching existing fir trim and adding period-appropriate wainscoting or built-in cabinetry matters. And across the city we build custom millwork, from window seats and media walls to full home offices. Being based next door in Surrey, our crews reach Burnaby quickly, and we know which projects need City of Burnaby permits and which do not, so nothing stalls.

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Can my Burnaby attic actually be converted into a bedroom?

Many can. The main factors are headroom under the ridge, the strength of the ceiling joists and where a staircase can land. We inspect all three at no charge, and if the space qualifies we design the conversion to meet BC Building Code requirements for bedrooms, including egress and ventilation.

Do I need a permit to finish a bonus room above my garage in Burnaby?

Usually yes, since the work typically involves structural, electrical and insulation changes. The City of Burnaby requires permits for that scope, and we prepare and submit the application as part of the project so you do not have to deal with it.

Is it worth opening up a 1960s rancher in Capitol Hill instead of moving?

For many owners, yes. A wall removal and main-floor makeover costs a fraction of trading up in Burnaby's market, and ranchers convert particularly well because their structures are simple. We can show you the new layout on paper before you commit.

Do you handle strata requirements for condo renovations near Metrotown?

Yes. We deal with alteration agreements, insurance documentation and building rules regularly in Metrotown and Brentwood towers. We also book elevators and protect corridors so the strata has no complaints during the work.

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