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The short answer is 3-4 months. However, there are many different factors and many steps to finishing your basement. If you do a DIY basement finish or remodel, it would probably take about 6 months. If your basement is unfinished, but has already been waterproofed, it could be finished in less than 3 months, depending on the details. There are so many different things to consider for your finished

The flooring for your basement should be waterproof. While you can get away with moisture resistant flooring, such as laminate, you absolutely must have a basement waterproofing system beforehand. Without one of these systems in place, the next time there is a torrential downpour, everything in your newly finished basement could get flooded and ruined. The good news is that there are plenty of waterproof, and moisture resistant

You’ve got the finances, you’ve got your budget, and your designs. You’re a handy homeowner who wants to finish their own basement, but why do you need permits? Most local governments require permits for any major changes to a home. Building an addition, remodeling a kitchen, and of course, finishing a basement. But why? We are going to explore all of the reasons that local governments require permits for

You might need a safe place for the kids to play, a home gym, a home office, or all of the above, and you need to finish your basement on the cheap. We’re compiling every money saving method we can find so you can use that unfinished space without breaking the bank. We will guide you on what you can skimp on without paying for it later, and what

Our answer is no, but we still want you to decide for yourself. So we are going to weigh the pros and cons of having a big home store take care of installation for you. When you purchase materials or appliances at a big box store, you can also get them to have someone install it for you. Usually at a fair price. It’s a one stop shop. Super

Interior designers are skilled professionals who understand the art and science of redesigning a home. If it is time to build an addition, finish your basement, remodel your bathroom, remodel your kitchen, or replace your flooring, the thought of hiring one has crossed your mind. Although you don’t absolutely need an interior designer to renovate your home, we would never discourage anyone from hiring one. Their services come with

Whether you are looking to purchase a fixer-upper, or want to roll the cost of renovation into your current mortgage, many homeowners ask: Can You Add Renovation Costs to a Mortgage? As always, the answer is yes, but it’s a lot more complicated than that, and depends on your individual situation. What Does an Average Renovation Cost in 2023? Renovation costs vary wildly, depending on the details. If

Years and years of built up soot, chipped and cracked bricks and missing mortar, peeling paint, a beat up and stained hearth. Old fireplaces are eyesores, but they don’t have to be. Your fireplace is much more entertaining than your television or phone. Plus it provides a magical, gorgeous warmth in winter that just can’t be duplicated by modern means. Many homeowners look to remodel their fireplace during

In recent years, tiny homes have exploded, and millions have moved from the suburbs back into shotgun homes in the city. Why pay for a home bigger than you absolutely need. It's more cleaning, and more money. But living in a small home creates a different set of problems. How do you maximize your space and storage after you’ve minimized your square footage? Lucky for you, we’re going to