What can stay?
Sound original materials are restored, not replaced.
DURHAM REGION
COMMERCIAL & INDUSTRIAL RENOVATIONS · BROOKLIN, ON
Commercial & Industrial Renovations Contractor in Brooklin, ON
Henley Contracting renovates older commercial buildings in Brooklin, from heritage stone and brick buildings on the main street to newer units in growing plazas. Giving an older village building a new life as a café, shop or office takes care with its character and with the building code requirements that come with a new use.
- AREA
- Brooklin, ON
- REGION
- Durham Region
- CALL
- (905) 576-9714
01 / OVERVIEWCOMMERCIAL & INDUSTRIAL RENOVATIONS · BROOKLIN
COMMERCIAL & INDUSTRIAL RENOVATIONS · BROOKLIN
Heritage conversions in Brooklin
Brooklin's older buildings give the village its charm. Turning one into a café or shop can keep it busy and cared for, but it usually needs new washrooms, accessible access, updated electrical and a kitchen or service counter.
We work with owners to keep stone walls, beams and windows wherever we can, while bringing the building up to current requirements.
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01 / ORIGINAL FEATURES KEPT
Stone, brick and timber restored where sound.
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02 / NEW USE, NEW NEEDS
Washrooms, exits and accessibility planned.
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03 / KITCHEN OR COUNTER
Services and ventilation for food businesses.
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04 / TOWN PERMITS
Permits with the Town of Whitby.
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Questions for a heritage conversion
How do people get in?
A level entrance or ramp is often needed.
Where do services go?
New ducts and wiring routed without spoiling the space.
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Old walls, new comfort
Thick stone walls and old windows can make a building cold and drafty. Interior insulation where suitable, restored or new windows and well-planned heating make the space comfortable without hiding the features that make it special.
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Signage and storefronts
A clear storefront and well-placed sign band help a small shop stand out. We plan them to suit the building and leave tenants room to add their own branding.
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Working beside neighbours
Main-street buildings often share walls with neighbouring shops and homes. We plan noisy and dusty work for agreed times, protect shared walls and keep sidewalks clear so the renovation does not disrupt the street.
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Near Brooklin
We also renovate in Whitby, Oshawa and Port Perry. More about our commercial and industrial renovations.
Converting a building in Brooklin? Tell us about your project.
CLIENT REVIEWSIN THEIR WORDS
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Abraham Omogeroh
Great person to work with
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Marilyn Caccamo
The quality of work is exceptional, and the owners are friendly, approachable, and have a wealth of knowledge in the industry.
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Vsevolod M
Great company to work with. Attention to details, customer service and friendly communication.
Highly recommend.
QUESTIONSBROOKLIN, ON
Frequently asked questions
Can't find your answer? Tell us about your project and ask us directly.
Can a heritage building become a café or shop?
Often, yes, with updates to washrooms, accessibility, services and fire safety.
Can original stone and timber be kept?
Where they are sound, yes. We restore them and plan new services around them.
Who issues permits in Brooklin?
The Town of Whitby.
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YOUR PROJECT
Planning a commercial or industrial renovation in Brooklin?
Tell us about the building, what needs to change and whether you need to stay open during the work. We will walk through it with you and explain the next steps.
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