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Basement Remodeling

Transform your basement into functional living space with expert craftsmanship, code-compliant construction, and moisture control solutions.

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Common Basement Uses

Basements offer incredible potential for expanding your home's living space. Whether you need an extra bedroom, home office, entertainment area, or multi-purpose space, we'll help you maximize every square foot while ensuring proper egress, lighting, and moisture control.

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Basement Conversions

Transform your unfinished basement into a functional living area. Complete basement finishing with proper egress, lighting, HVAC, and moisture protection.

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Guest & Office Buildouts

Create dedicated guest bedrooms or home offices with sound control, natural lighting solutions, and custom storage built to maximize your space.

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Extra Bedrooms

Guest suites, teen hangouts, or rental units with proper egress windows and code-compliant construction.

Home Offices

Quiet, professional workspace with sound control, ample lighting, and organized storage solutions.

Entertainment Areas

Media rooms, game rooms, or bars perfect for hosting with enhanced acoustics and ambient lighting.

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Building Codes & Lighting

Basement living spaces must meet specific building codes to ensure safety, habitability, and resale value. We handle all permit coordination and inspections to ensure your basement renovation is done right.

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Egress Windows & Exits

  • Every bedroom requires a code-compliant egress window
  • Minimum opening size: 5.7 sq ft (24" wide x 20" tall typical)
  • Window well with ladder if opening is above grade
  • Direct access to exterior or common area

Ceiling Height Requirements

  • Minimum 7 feet for habitable spaces
  • 6'8" allowed for beam/duct obstructions (max 50% of ceiling area)
  • Creative solutions for low ceilings (exposed joists, recessed lighting)
  • We verify ceiling height before planning your layout

Recessed Lighting

Maximize headroom with LED can lights. Energy-efficient and ideal for low ceilings.

Natural Light

Egress windows, window wells, and light wells bring natural daylight to dark basements.

Layered Lighting

Combine ambient, task, and accent lighting for comfortable, functional spaces.

Moisture Control & Flooring

Basements are prone to moisture issues. We use proven moisture mitigation strategies and appropriate flooring materials to protect your investment and ensure a comfortable, healthy living space.

Moisture Prevention

  • Interior Drainage: Perimeter drain systems if needed
  • Vapor Barriers: Plastic sheeting under flooring and behind walls
  • Dehumidification: Proper ventilation and humidity control
  • Sump Pump: Ensure existing system is functional
  • Exterior Grading: Recommend exterior drainage improvements

Basement Flooring Options

  • Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP): 100% waterproof, durable, warm underfoot
  • Engineered Hardwood: Moisture-resistant with vapor barrier required
  • Ceramic/Porcelain Tile: Impervious to moisture, great for wet areas
  • Carpet Tile: Easy to replace individual tiles if moisture issues occur
  • Avoid: Solid hardwood and standard laminate (not moisture-resistant)

Subfloor Systems

We install moisture-resistant subfloor systems that create a thermal and vapor barrier between concrete and finished flooring:

Raised subfloor panels with built-in vapor barrier
Insulated subfloor for warmth and comfort
Traditional sleeper system with vapor barrier and plywood

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Let's discuss your basement remodeling project. We'll help you maximize your space with code-compliant construction and moisture-resistant materials.

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