Renovations, Additions and Infill Homes in Hintonburg

Bates Construction Group renovates older homes and builds infill homes and additions in Hintonburg. We're an HCRA-registered Ottawa builder with more than 35 years of experience and a dedicated project manager on every job.

Building and renovating in Hintonburg

Hintonburg's older homes, narrow lots and mix of single-family houses, semis and small multi-unit buildings make it a common place for whole-home renovations, rear and second-storey additions, basement suites and infill builds. Work here often means structural upgrades, close neighbours, tight site access and street parking for trades, so we plan logistics as carefully as the build itself.

Hintonburg is one of Ottawa's older neighbourhoods, with many early 20th-century homes on narrow lots, semi-detached houses and newer infill. Older homes often hide knob-and-tube wiring, undersized framing, rubble or block foundations and little insulation, so we open up and assess the structure before committing to a design. Common projects include full gut renovations, rear additions, removing load-bearing walls and converting houses to add a secondary unit. Tight lots and close neighbours make zoning, setbacks and site access key considerations, and some projects need a minor variance from the Committee of Adjustment before a building permit can be issued.

Our services in Hintonburg

Why Hintonburg homeowners choose Bates Construction Group

  • HCRA-registered builder, with Tarion warranty coverage on new homes
  • More than 35 years building and renovating in the Ottawa area
  • A dedicated project manager on every project
  • Written change orders and a shared client portal
  • An owner who is a CPA, so budgets stay transparent

Frequently asked questions

Can you add a rental unit to my Hintonburg property? Often, yes. Basement suites, rear additions and small multi-unit infill are common options, depending on zoning. See basement renovations and secondary suites and new builds.

Can you renovate an older home without losing its character? Yes. We regularly update structure, systems and layouts in older homes while keeping the details that matter to you. See whole-home renovations.

Do you handle permits in Hintonburg? Yes. Hintonburg is within the City of Ottawa, and we prepare and submit building permit applications and coordinate inspections for you.

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