If you’ve got kids like I do then you can easily imagine them playing downstairs where they can be loud, imaginative and messy without destroying the main floor living room or your sanity. A walk-out basement gives you a much more open and light-filled space and goes a long way toward eliminating the cave-like feel associated with below-grade basements. Spending a little money on upgrading their existing basement to a finished one is a great investment in the functionality and resale value of a home making it well worth the price, time and effort involved. This doesn’t have to be absurdly expensive, but don’t ruin it like many cheap hotels by simply sticking a treadmill in the basement and calling it a ‘gym’. Please feel free to email me or comment if you have any specific questions on the cost of a basement that I haven’t answered here. The one …
Outer Walls- The outer walls of your basement are prone to mold contamination because of the constant moisture created by the concrete walls being a different temperature from the air inside your basement. Based on what you are describing, it is most likely the basement you are considering would not count as finished square footage. There’s no point looking at lots of basement ideas if it would actually be structurally impossible to install a basement room.
The way they look at it, they need to be able to sell it if you default (not that you would, but that’s how they look at it) and they would never be able to sell a basement with no house. That’s why it’s important to first understand those challenges in order to make the most of any design ideas you might have. In addition to being a convenient way of adding space to …
Making great use of structural features already found in the basement is a great way to start planning a basement makeover. Media centers, guest bedrooms, apartment-like suites, entertaining spaces, playrooms or laundry rooms are just a few of the popular ways people bring their finished basement ideas to life and transform the extra space into livable space. The most functional way to realize any basement idea is to make sure it adds to the comfort and efficiency of the home. The options are endless, so consult a designer or builder to see what works for your basement remodel. I’ve created an easy to use spreadsheet for you to create a custom basement cost estimate for your specific basement.
Guest bedroom due to the built-in thermal insulation that helps keep the basement at comfortable temperature, making it easier for your guests to sleep, even in the winter. One advantage of a …
