Convert Your Basement into Livable Space
In most homes with basements, the subterranean area has huge potential to be another livable space. That opportunity is often overlooked, however, because people view basements primarily as a storage room. However, with some refurbishing and a few structural changes, you can add a significant amount of living space to your home, adding both beauty and monetary value to the property.
There are several ways you can use the basement. The most common basement conversions are to create a children’s play room, work or office space, a game room, or media room.
Regardless of your plans, however, you first need to secure the sapce. This area of the house normally develops excessive moisture and is prone to mold or termites. You can avoid these issues by regulating the temperature and hiring a termite expert to treat the area. During strong rainfall, you have to be very careful because this is the place where water usually settles. So, make sure you solidify a secure drainage system before you begin refinishing the basement.
You should also consider the basement’s structural capacity and other related components that will greatly influence the functionality of the room, such as electricity, plumbing, heating and cooling, ventilation, and lighting.
The last thing that you must consider is obviously your budget. The more elaborate your plan, the more expensive it will naturally be. Make sure to carefully asses what will be involved and take into account the fact that there may be unexpected issues you must deal with along the way. Make a list of everything you need, including materials, labor expenses, and professional fees for securing permits, which will usually be required for this type of major reconstruction.
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