Have you been thinking about building a basement walkout to spruce up your outdoor living area? Luke's Landscaping has you covered! This is no small project so it is important to hire competent contractors who have the knowledge and experience to get the job done right.

What is a basement walkout?

Let's start by explaining what a basement walkout is. Every basement is different so it is important to have a professional determine the best and safest way to build a walkout. The walkout is essentially an exit or entrance from your basement. 

If the level of your yard is above the level of your basement entrance, then you will have steps or a slope that goes down to the door. If the ground level is similar to the level of your basement door, then you can have a larger walkout area that can serve as a patio.

What is a Separate Entrance?

A separate entrance is exactly as it sounds – an alternate entrance to your home apart from the main door. Separate entrances can sometimes be used more than the main entrance, especially if it is closer to the parking area.

Since separate entrances are not usually intended to be used as the primary entrance, they may not have a well-planned entrance area. For example, there may only be wooden steps which lead to the grass. This works fine during the dry seasons but snow and rain can create a muddy mess. 

A separate entrance redesign from Luke’s Landscaping will provide you with a stone walking/landing area and stone steps. This will be more durable, look better, and most importantly, be safer for you and your family to use.

Do I need Permits?

It is important to remember that building a basement walkout or separate entrance landing is considered a construction project and will need approved drawings and permits. If you don’t know where to start, then start with Luke’s! We will help you to secure all drawings and necessary permits that are needed.

Why Choose Luke’s Landscaping?

If you are looking for any basement walkout, then there are plenty of contractors to pick from, but be wary because your results may vary. If you are looking for the best basement walkout that is designed and built to be safe, long lasting, and beautiful, then Luke’s Landscaping is your only choice in Toronto. 

We don’t build standard walkout entrances with block and concrete. We use large precast retaining wall blocks that weigh 300-1,000 lbs each. We do this because we want to ensure that your walkout entrance won’t crack, fail, or shift over time. Our preferred material is Oaks Proterra. 

This method is uncommon in Toronto because it is more advanced and difficult than most contractors want to deal with. Luke’s Landscaping never cuts corners and we hold ourselves to the highest standards. Our priority is to deliver the absolute best basement walkout that you can find in Toronto. 

The weather and seasons of the Toronto area means that the ground goes through several cycles of freezing and thawing throughout the year. We use larger precast blocks to help prevent the inevitable shifting, cracking, and failure of more commonly used construction methods. 

Even though this process is more difficult, it will leave you with a basement walkout that also looks cleaner, more elegant, and will be the best walkout around.

Benefits of a Basement Walkout

There are many benefits of a basement walkout or separate entrance. If you use your basement as an apartment for family or renters, then a basement walkout will give them their own independent entrance and potentially a patio area.

Additionally, they look great and will add curb appeal and value to your home. They can improve safety for your family and prevent muddy areas around the entrance. This will keep your family from slipping and also keep your home cleaner. 

A basement walkout can also be a great two-in-one solution if you are considering adding a patio to your backyard. If your yard allows it, then your walkout can have plenty of extra space for outdoor furniture, a grill, or even a fire pit.

Get Luke’s Landscaping on the Line Today!

Ready to get started? Luke’s Landscaping is here and ready to help! Whether you are just exploring ideas and possibilities or ready to rock and roll, we have the knowledge and experience to help make the process go smoothly and leave you with the very best basement walkout or separate entrance in Toronto!