About Oakridge Construction Group
A Durham Region Renovation Contractor Built Around Clear Communication
Oakridge Construction Group was founded by two tradespeople who wanted homeowners to receive a more detailed, transparent and dependable renovation experience—from the first site meeting to the final walkthrough.
Serving Oshawa, Whitby, Courtice, Lindsay and surrounding communities
Why Oakridge exists
Two tradespeople agreed there was a better way to renovate
Ben and John founded Oakridge Construction Group after seeing how easily renovation projects can become unclear. Their goal was practical: pair quality workmanship with a more detailed and transparent approach to planning, pricing and day-to-day communication.
The Oakridge name is newer than the experience behind it. Across the team, more than 20 years of trade experience informs how existing conditions are assessed, how work is sequenced and how homeowners are kept informed.
Oakridge focuses on mid-market residential renovations where careful coordination matters: basements, connected whole-home projects, bathrooms and kitchens.
Meet the owners
Accountability starts with the people whose names are attached to the work
Oakridge is led by its co-founders, with project decisions organized around the agreed scope and clear communication with the homeowner.
Ben
Co-founder and ownerOne of the two tradespeople who founded Oakridge to bring more detail, transparency and communication to residential renovations.
John
Co-founder and ownerOne of the two tradespeople behind Oakridge’s dependable, detailed and homeowner-focused approach to renovation work.
What homeowners can expect
Dependable, detailed and warm—not distant or hard to reach
The service standard is designed to make a complex project easier to follow without making promises that depend on unknown site conditions.
A real site review
We meet at the property, discuss goals and review visible conditions before preparing the estimate.
A clearer estimate
Estimates are organized by subtrade and are normally delivered within 24 hours after the completed site meeting.
Daily communication
During active work, homeowners receive regular updates so progress and upcoming decisions are easier to understand.
Controlled changes
Requested changes are documented by email and signed off before the additional work begins.
What we renovate
Residential renovation work that benefits from coordinated planning
Projects generally start around $15,000 and are reviewed for scope, property conditions, scheduling and service-area fit.
Basement renovations
Finished living areas, bathrooms, framing, drywall, flooring and coordinated trade work.
Explore basement renovations →Whole-home renovations
Connected improvements across several rooms, planned as one coordinated project scope.
Explore whole-home renovations →Bathroom renovations
Layout, fixtures, tile, waterproofing and finishing organized around the agreed plan.
Kitchen renovations
Cabinet, countertop, lighting, flooring and finish coordination for practical kitchens.
Respect for the home
Planning includes the house around the renovation
We ask homeowners to remove personal items from the work area, then establish appropriate floor protection and dust containment for the planned scope.
Where we work
Durham Region first, with priority coverage extending north and east
Oakridge is a service-area contractor with no walk-in retail location. Availability depends on the project, timing, travel and property conditions.
Priority communities
Our strongest renovation focus.
Extended communities
Suitable projects are also considered in nearby communities within roughly an hour north or east.
Homeowner feedback
What clients say about working with Oakridge
Project photography and fuller case studies will be added as approved material becomes available.
“Ben, from Oakridge Construction completed my basement. He framed and drywalled with excellent results. He laid a new floor and took particular care with the finishing touches… He was attentive during the whole process and showed respect and care of my home.”Rosemary BalmbraBasement renovation
“Amazing crew to fulfill your reno dreams! The guys are punctual, skilled, and super friendly. I’d highly recommend them!”Dexter BakshBasement renovation · Port Hope, Ontario
About Oakridge
Useful answers before starting a conversation
How much renovation experience does Oakridge have?
Oakridge’s team brings more than 20 years of trade experience. The company was formed by Ben and John to combine that experience with a more detailed and transparent homeowner process.
What kinds of projects does Oakridge focus on?
Oakridge focuses on basement, whole-home, bathroom and kitchen renovations, generally starting around $15,000.
How quickly will I receive an estimate?
Estimates are normally delivered within 24 hours after the completed site meeting, based on the information available.
How are project changes handled?
Changes are requested by email and signed off before the changed or additional work begins.
Will Oakridge handle permits?
Oakridge coordinates permits when required. Permit, drawing and related professional costs are additional and depend on the property and scope.
Where does Oakridge work?
The priority corridor includes Oshawa, Whitby, Courtice, Bowmanville, Ajax, Port Perry, Manilla and Lindsay, with selected projects considered in surrounding communities.