If you are thinking about turning your basement into a family or recreational room then there are a few things to take into consideration. Be sure you are thorough when itemizing and figuring the cost to finish a basement so you don’t end up being short on materials toward the end of the job.
First, if the basement is unfinished then you will want to find a good and fair contractor to do the finishing work. The same contractor should also have experience waterproofing basements. You will want to make sure the job is done well because this will be crucial in preventing basement water leaks. This will also help to prevent wet basement mold which is a health hazard.
Once this is done you can start on the fun part of converting the finished basement into the family room you’ve been dreaming of. If there are any costs to be cut in order for the family room to happen, it is strongly suggested that the cost cutting is done after the finishing of the basement and waterproofing is done. The cost to finish a basement can be affordable if you shop around for a professional, preferably someone that also has experience waterproofing basements. The prevention of basement water leaks and wet basement mold will depend on it. Have fun!
