How Black Forest Helped Buckley Renovations Transform a Century Home with a Seamless Addition
- Mar 26
- 3 min read
When you're adding onto a home that's over 120 years old, every trade on the job needs to bring their A-game. That's exactly why Kyle Buckley of Buckley Renovations called Black Forest, the trusted local plumbing, HVAC, and electrical team serving the GTA, York Region and Simcoe County. The result? A beautifully executed home addition that Kyle didn't hesitate to recommend to others.
The Project: A Complex Addition on a 1903 Home
Historic homes are full of character and full of challenges. Buckley Renovations took on an ambitious addition to a home originally built in 1903, requiring the kind of precision and expertise that modern construction demands, even when working alongside century-old bones.
The scope of work for our team at Black Forest included:
Two brand-new bathrooms fully plumbed from scratch.
A new basement requiring a complete plumbing floor layout.
A sewage pump system to handle wastewater below the main sewer line.
This wasn't a simple pipe swap or fixture replacement. It was a full mechanical build-out that had to integrate seamlessly with an existing structure where nothing is perfectly level, square, or modern.
The Liberty Pumps Pro380: The Right Equipment for the Job
One of the standout installations on this project was the Liberty Pumps Pro380, a pre-assembled simplex sewage ejector system purpose-built for below-grade applications like basements and crawlspaces. When plumbing fixtures sit below the main sewer or septic line, gravity alone can't do the work. The Pro380 pumps wastewater from toilets, sinks, and other fixtures up and out to the main line, keeping everything flowing properly and protecting the home from backups.
Choosing the right pump for a century home addition is critical. We brought the product knowledge and installation expertise to ensure the system was sized correctly, installed to code, and set up for long-term reliability.
Why Contractors Trust Black Forest
Kyle Buckley of Buckley Renovations shared his firsthand experience working with the Black Forest team on this project, and his words speak for themselves. As a contractor who holds his own work to a high standard, Kyle pays close attention to the quality and professionalism of every trade he brings onto a job site.
He highlighted several things that stood out about the Black Forest crew:
The work was level, plumb, and square. For a contractor, this matters immensely. Sloppy, rough-in work creates headaches down the line for every other trade on the job. Our team came in, laid out the plumbing floor, and executed the installations with the kind of precision that makes the next steps easier.
We showed up on time. Scheduling is everything in a renovation. A trade that doesn't show up throws off the entire project timeline and costs everyone money. Kyle noted that Black Forest was reliable and professional from start to finish.
The service matched the quality. It's one thing to do good work quietly. It's another to communicate well, treat the job site with respect, and make the experience smooth for everyone involved. Black Forest delivered on both counts.
A One-Stop Mechanical Contractor Partner
One of the biggest advantages Black Forest offers contractors like Kyle is the ability to handle plumbing, heating, and electrical work, all under one roof. For project managers and general contractors coordinating multiple trades, this is a game-changer. Instead of juggling separate companies, separate schedules, and separate points of contact for each mechanical system, you get a single, accountable partner who can see the whole picture.
This matters especially on complex projects like the 1903 home addition, where the mechanical systems need to work together, and coordination between trades is essential to keeping the project on track.
Highly Recommended by Contractors Who Demand the Best
Kyle Buckley's endorsement isn't just a nice testimonial; it's a reflection of what Black Forest has been building since 2009: a reputation for quality work and professional service among the contractors and homeowners who depend on them most.
At Black Forest we serve residential and commercial clients across the GTA, York Region and Simcoe County. Whether you're a contractor looking for a reliable mechanical sub or a homeowner planning a renovation, Black Forest is the team that shows up, gets the job done right, and stands behind it. Plumbing, HVAC, and electrical, one call covers it all. Contact us today! We fix it right, or it's free.