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How Much Is Foundation Repair for a Single Family Home?

Foundation Repair A foundation is an integral part of a building. It is what supports the entire structure, and without it, your home will not be structurally sound. Foundation problems may not always be visible to the naked eye, but they can cause damage and wear over time if left untreated. Here we will discuss foundation repair and the various factors that affect the cost of repairs. Common…

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Basement Remodeling Costs

Is your basement ready for a remodel?

If you’re interested in expanding your home’s space while saving money a basement remodeling project maybe what the doctor ordered. Many homeowners want and need more space and if your home is lucky enough to have a basement this is space that can be enhanced for both living and storage. 9 times out of ten, it’s cheaper to finish a basement rather than add on a room, so you should talk to your basement contractor or home designer about updating your basement, rather than adding on to the structure of your home.

1) Keep it dry and safe

Drainage and insulation are very important factors in a basement remodel. If you have a completely unfinished basement you can opt to build rooms, bathrooms and storage areas and you have a white canvas so to speak – or the sky is the limit. Make sure your contractor ensures that the basement is dry and properly insulated so you have a cozy basement with no issues later

2) Moisture – not in the basement

Moisture is a bad thing; not only can it cause damage but it can also cause mold. Your contractor should be making proper recommendations about moisture proofing your walls so that you keep the moisture out. Failure to do this properly will be a BIG and COSTLY mistake in the long run and could even lead to health issues.

3) Think about flooring

Depending on where you live – if the seasons change you want to make sure that the flooring is comfortable all year round. No one likes to step on cold floors when its freezing outside. The basement (once finished) is a great place to spend time with family and friends; you need to ensure that the flooring is both safe and has a long lifespan too. Another thing to note is if you get #2 wrong you can also ruin your flooring. Imagine coming into your basement only to find that beautiful hardwood flooring saturated with water or moisture – not fun.

4) Bathrooms

With a basement remodel you should consider adding a bathroom. You can also consider making it into a super bathroom and install a steam shower and/or a sauna. But adding a bathroom makes it more convenient for anyone in the basement so they don’t have to run up a flight of stairs to use the restroom. Plus it will increase the value of your home as well.

5) Basement Remodeling Cost

An average basement remodel can start at 5k and go up to 50k. There are many factors that can go into this “range” of price. While each basement varies in size, shape and how much work needs to be done rem0del.com can help with ANY basement remodel in Brooklyn, Staten Island or New York City. We can help you build a basement that’s vanilla ( more for safe/dry storage ) or a man cave with bar, large screen entertainment and so much more.