What Are the Most Cost-Effective Ways to Remodel a Basement?

Flooring

Most above-ground bedrooms use carpets. Should you consider one for your basement bedroom? Basements suffer from moisture problems, and carpets can cause more trouble in such conditions, even in the finished basements. You can choose luxury vinyl plank or sheet as a solution. This durable material can be maintained cost-effectively for a longer time. Plus, this flooring style can easily mimic the charm of ceramic, stone, and hardwood materials. Those who want to use carpets despite knowing the risk can introduce a special padding that acts as a moisture barrier underneath. It will help retain the carpet’s freshness. For a precise solution, you can call our basement remodel Bronx team. They can recommend better alternatives based on your basement’s overall health.

• What is the most affordable flooring to cover concrete substrate?

Vinyl and epoxy are often preferred.

• How should you protect your wet basement floor?

Vapor barriers can provide relief from this problem.

Half bath/ bathroom

Everyone knows that an additional bathroom is a coveted feature of any property. It increases your home’s resale value. To reduce costs, you can get a humble bathroom set up close to the plumbing connection. Suppose you dedicate 30 to 50-square-foot area for bathroom construction in the basement. It can be built for $10,000 to $15,000 on average, covering various expenses like permits and compliance, plumbing, fixtures, insulation, waterproofing, walls, and labor. Fixtures and materials will be of standard quality. Opting for slightly better quality materials and finishes can cost around $15,000 to $20,000.

• Is it worth spending on a bathroom in the basement?

Yes. It makes your basement more livable and enjoyable, and you can expect the ROI to appreciate.

• Which is better to include, a half bath or a full bath in a basement?

Half-baths feature one toilet and one sink. It depends on personal preference, budget, and available area.

Storage space

Basements provide plenty of storage space. So, it will be better to incorporate this element in your remodeling effort. You can safely store outdoor furniture, seasonal clothes, holiday décor, and other occasional items. Many homeowners forget to focus on this critical aspect and spend most of their energy adding gorgeous finishes. If you want to save money, allot some unfinished area for storage. Suppose your basement is 1,500 square feet in size. You can finish 1,000 square feet of the space and leave 500 square feet for built-in shelving and cabinets. Our professionals can customize them to make your basement clutter-free and well-organized.

• What you should not store in a basement?

Candles, electronics, confidential documents, delicate fabrics, etc.

• Can you keep cardboard boxes in the basement?

One must avoid this because cardboard boxes can deteriorate and attract pests.

Need help?

Basement remodeling experts at Zicklin Contracting know the challenges associated with these projects and can easily overcome them, making the makeover efforts most successful within a specific budget.