Finishing your basement is an exciting way to add value, space, and comfort to your home. Households considering adding one or two rooms to their existing homes could make great savings by utilizing the space in the unfinished basement. Here are five necessary tips for successful basement finish.

1. Bring in the Experts

A basement finish may seem like an excellent DIY home improvement project right after your spring cleaning. However, it is better to leave the upgrade to professional basement designers and contractors. You may need to have permits from the local building department. Basement finishing companies can help you obtain the permits as well as come up with designs for your ideal family area. Additionally, you do not wish to mess with your home’s plumbing and wiring. It would be best to leave it to the experts.

2. Understand Your Needs and Wants

Coming up with a space that is inviting to you and your family involves thoroughly thinking through your needs. Do you argue with other family members about the use of bathrooms in your home? Do you hate running upstairs to the kitchen during the game night? What about building an extra bathroom and a partial kitchen in your basement? You may have to think of the future as well. Ensure that the space you are designing today can easily accommodate changes in the future according to your growing needs.

3. Make the Most of Your Existing Features

The best and easiest path to having successful basement finishes is by putting the current basement characteristics into good use. Stand in the middle of the unfinished basement and point out the major features. For example, plumbing and HVAC ducts will make it easier to add a new bathroom. A darkened room is perfect for a home theatre or a wet bar.

4. Be on the Look Out for Water Damage and Cracks

Before you kickstart your project, you may need to inspect the space for water damage, flooding, or cracks. You can enlist the services of a basement company to help you create lasting solutions before progressing with the upgrades.

5. Figure Out Your Lighting

Good lighting is critical to the success of your basement finish. The basement company can provide recommendations of lighting styles that fit your design plans. You may also consider some architectural lighting to spruce up the staircase. You may also have to call in a certified electrician to confirm that your electrical system can handle the new additions.

Basement finishes are fun ways to add space to your home using the existing areas in the house. Elk Stone Inc. can help you come up with attractive architectural designs for your basement upgrades. Call us today for a free estimate for your Colorado basement.