When looking to upgrade or update a home, hardwood floors are often one of the places where homeowners drag their feet – literally and figuratively. Why? Most likely because of the inconvenience or mythical expense associated with it.
Remodeling your basement and turning it into a more useful space is a big undertaking, but the rewards are just as big. To help make your remodeling project as rewarding as possible, here is a short list of thoughts and ideas you should consider when planning your basement remodel.
Being energy efficient is no longer just a nice philosophy; it makes excellent financial sense. Until recently, items for your home that were truly energy efficient were so expensive that they weren’t cost effective; you would consistently lose money on the items you’ve purchased. Today, things like LED light bulbs, super-efficient furnaces, and even solar power systems are inexpensive enough to make them fill out the balance sheet well.
It’s time. Time to turn that big open space that you call a basement into a great and useful living space. There are quite a few options: bar, gym, playroom, home office, or theater. All of them have a few things in common, but each also has specific aspects that you should plan for to make everything comfortable.
Remodeling your home is both exciting and scary at the same time. It’s a huge investment that can feel a lot like a gamble. To stack the deck in your favor and avoid big losses, a remodel takes planning and forethought.
