Q: How much will it cost to finish my basement?
A: That's a very difficult question to answer, since every home & project is unique. Just as in what drives the cost of a home, some of driving costs associated with
individual basement projects might include heavy trim detail, custom cabinetry & built-ins, bars and kitchens. Occasionally we will offer specials for standard build-outs.
The cost is typically a fantastic value at under $30 per sq. ft. and gives our customer's everything they need for quality expanded living space. The only way to know for
sure how much your project will cost is to give us a call and allow us to discuss possible options for your budget.
A: That's a very difficult question to answer, since every home & project is unique. Just as in what drives the cost of a home, some of driving costs associated with
individual basement projects might include heavy trim detail, custom cabinetry & built-ins, bars and kitchens. Occasionally we will offer specials for standard build-outs.
The cost is typically a fantastic value at under $30 per sq. ft. and gives our customer's everything they need for quality expanded living space. The only way to know for
sure how much your project will cost is to give us a call and allow us to discuss possible options for your budget.
Q: What type of work can I do myself to save money?
A: Just about anything you are comfortable with. Setting tile, building cabinetry, trim, painting, etc.
A: Just about anything you are comfortable with. Setting tile, building cabinetry, trim, painting, etc.
Q: Why do I need a floor plan?
A: There are a number of reasons why. Every great project starts with a great plan in order to come in on budget and on time. It's almost impossible to accurately create a
budget with out a detailed plan.
Q: Do you charge for your consulting services?
A: As always, our initial in home consultation and standard estimate is FREE to those looking for help with a partial or full build-out of their basement. A full detailed
proposal with overhead CAD floor plan is just $295, which will then be credited back to you if you choose to hire us for the project. Additionally, if you are a Do-It-Yourself
customer and would like detailed how-to information, our expanded consultation cost is only $495. With this we will provide you with a wealth of verbal information to give
you the confidence you need to start your project off the right way. Beyond this, consulting services for items such as CAD plans, budget preparation, etc. are available
for reasonable fees, depending on the size and complexity of the project. Just give us a call and we'll determine together how much help you need and a very fair cost for
our time & services.
A: There are a number of reasons why. Every great project starts with a great plan in order to come in on budget and on time. It's almost impossible to accurately create a
budget with out a detailed plan.
Q: Do you charge for your consulting services?
A: As always, our initial in home consultation and standard estimate is FREE to those looking for help with a partial or full build-out of their basement. A full detailed
proposal with overhead CAD floor plan is just $295, which will then be credited back to you if you choose to hire us for the project. Additionally, if you are a Do-It-Yourself
customer and would like detailed how-to information, our expanded consultation cost is only $495. With this we will provide you with a wealth of verbal information to give
you the confidence you need to start your project off the right way. Beyond this, consulting services for items such as CAD plans, budget preparation, etc. are available
for reasonable fees, depending on the size and complexity of the project. Just give us a call and we'll determine together how much help you need and a very fair cost for
our time & services.
Q: Can I build a bedroom and/or a kitchen in my basement?
A: Usually yes. There are a number of building codes which dictate what can and can not be done in a basement. We'll be happy to discuss these codes with you when we
meet.
A: Usually yes. There are a number of building codes which dictate what can and can not be done in a basement. We'll be happy to discuss these codes with you when we
meet.
Q: Do you do any of the work your self?
A: We are hands-on and qualified to complete any, or all the work you do not wish to take on.
A: We are hands-on and qualified to complete any, or all the work you do not wish to take on.
Q: Is this all the information I need to know?
A: Not at all! We still have a great deal of information for you. If you're ready to take the first step in finishing your basement, contact us today. We'll determine how
much assistance you need and schedule a time to meet at your home.
A: Not at all! We still have a great deal of information for you. If you're ready to take the first step in finishing your basement, contact us today. We'll determine how
much assistance you need and schedule a time to meet at your home.
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Q: Is finishing my basement a good investment?
A: Yes. Statistics show that a properly finished basement will increase the value of your home and that the return on investment is nearly 100% after 3-5 years, depending
on the market at that time. Additionally, a professionally finished basement will be attractive to potential buyer's when and if you decide to move in the future.
Conversely, purchasing a vehicle is a terrible investment, yet most of us don't think twice about buying a new car every couple of years, even though we know we are
making a large ticket purchase that will decrease in value everyday.
A: Yes. Statistics show that a properly finished basement will increase the value of your home and that the return on investment is nearly 100% after 3-5 years, depending
on the market at that time. Additionally, a professionally finished basement will be attractive to potential buyer's when and if you decide to move in the future.
Conversely, purchasing a vehicle is a terrible investment, yet most of us don't think twice about buying a new car every couple of years, even though we know we are
making a large ticket purchase that will decrease in value everyday.
Q: We've set up a play area for our children in our unfinished basement. It seems perfect-they can go down there and make a mess and we don't have to worry about
sheet rocked walls, doors and flooring getting damaged. Shouldn't we wait until our children are much older before we invest in finishing our basement.
A: We see these "play area's" in unfinished basements all of the time. What's important to understand are the dangers in letting your children play in unfinished rooms. In
many cases, these area's have exposed gas water heaters and furnaces. It's also very easy for a child to pull on electrical wires and copper plumbing pipes which would
otherwise be protected behind drywall. If fiberglass insulation is visible in your unfinished basement, you should never let your children around this without a mask, as
microscopic fibers can and will be easily inhaled into their lungs. Finally, indigenous harmful insects, such as scorpions, Brown Recluse spiders and Black Widows often
make their home in unfinished basements.
Unfinished basements should never be used as playrooms for children and are really not suitable, nor are they legal, for adult habitation either.
sheet rocked walls, doors and flooring getting damaged. Shouldn't we wait until our children are much older before we invest in finishing our basement.
A: We see these "play area's" in unfinished basements all of the time. What's important to understand are the dangers in letting your children play in unfinished rooms. In
many cases, these area's have exposed gas water heaters and furnaces. It's also very easy for a child to pull on electrical wires and copper plumbing pipes which would
otherwise be protected behind drywall. If fiberglass insulation is visible in your unfinished basement, you should never let your children around this without a mask, as
microscopic fibers can and will be easily inhaled into their lungs. Finally, indigenous harmful insects, such as scorpions, Brown Recluse spiders and Black Widows often
make their home in unfinished basements.
Unfinished basements should never be used as playrooms for children and are really not suitable, nor are they legal, for adult habitation either.
Q: Will finishing my basement help with my energy bills?
A: Absolutely. An unfinished basement saps energy from the rest of your home. Inadequate insulation, unsealed windows and doors and lack of conditioned space are
just a few of the culprits.
A: Absolutely. An unfinished basement saps energy from the rest of your home. Inadequate insulation, unsealed windows and doors and lack of conditioned space are
just a few of the culprits.
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