Widening Interior & Exterior Doorways / Windows Description

We assess your wall structure to make the modification safe and seamless, ensuring stability and compliance with building standards. With our Widening Doorways & Windows service, we carefully reinforce the framing and rebuild the opening with clean finishes that match your design. The result is a smoother way to move through your home, built to last.

Information Technical

  • Scope: professional repair focused on clean, lasting results
  • Typical time on site: 3 to 8 hours

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a building permit for this?

If the wall is load-bearing or if we are enlarging an exterior window opening (which affects the building envelope), a permit is usually required in Toronto. We can help guide you through the process and ensure all work meets the Building Code.

How wide should a door be for a wheelchair?

For comfortable accessibility, we recommend widening doorways to at least 32 inches clear width, though 36 inches is ideal to allow for easy turning and maneuvering without scraping knuckles.

What happens to the flooring where the wall used to be?

Widening a doorway leaves a gap in the floor. We can patch this with matching flooring material or install a smooth transition threshold to bridge the gap seamlessly.

Skill Service

Requires inspection: Yes
Estimated Time: 3 to 8 hours
Materials included: Not included (unless specified)
Warranty Period: 2 years
Service Complexity Moderate

Area to Cover

Why is a Technical Visit necessary?

You cannot simply cut a hole in a wall to make it wider. If the wall is "load-bearing" (holding up the roof or floor above), removing studs without installing a temporary support wall and a permanent structural beam (header) can cause your house to collapse. Our Widening Doorways & Windows assessment identifies the load path and calculates the size of the LVL or steel beam needed to carry the weight safely.

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Widening Interior & Exterior Doorways / Windows

Visit price: $280
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