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Old 05-25-2010, 03:50 PM
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Default Basement Remodeling

A finished basement can add a lot of extra living space to a house and will boost up the house's value by the thousands. It isn't an easy task but well worth it for the added space and value.

The cost to remodel the basement varies depending on what you are working with. If the basement has low ceilings then you will literally have to raise the house. That'll cost ya. If the basement has a dirt floor, thats gonna cost ya.

You need to have an exit to the outside from the basement for it to pass inspection. You need to have proper windows that can also be used as an exit if needed.

The benefits to finishing the basement typically out weigh the work that has to be done and the money it costs.

Being able to claim that extra living space will really raise your profit margin and it will make the house a lot easier to sell.
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Old 05-25-2010, 06:01 PM
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Default Re: Basement Remodeling

I know a guy who made a bar and game room out of his basement.He took and installed a big resteraunt bar and stocked it with all of the liquor and beer you can think of.

He also took and cleared the room and put bringht colors on the walls and put in a computer and a big screen and surround sound.

He has friends over every weekend for some kind of party or cook out or something all of the time.He really enjoys his new basement room and so does all of his friends.
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