Project Spotlight: Basement Remodel

Basement remodeling projects are one of the best investments a homeowner can make. You can gain a lot of additional space and use from your home simply by finishing this area. In the past 12 months Great Northern Builders has seen an uptick in interest for basement remodeling projects. This makes a lot of sense financially based on Remodeling’s Cost Vs. Value Report. In the Portland, Maine region, homeowners who invest in a basement remodeling have a higher return on investment than any other home addition project on the list (family room, master, deck, bath, etc). 

When you’re ready to embark on your basement remodel project, there are many ways to develop your new usable square footage:

• Playroom/Kids Area  If you have kids in the house, you know how quickly toys and other items accumulate on every hard surface of your home. Eliminate the frustration by upgrading your basement as a kids’ playroom or older kids’ hang out area. Add built-in shelving and storage to make the most out of every inch of the basement. 
• Home Office  Separate out a section of the basement to use as a home office. You’ll finally have a dedicated space for the computer, important documents, and even a quiet space for tax preparation. Use a french door entrance to bring in as much light as available. 
• Bar  The sky’s the limit for a wine and bar cellar.  
• Gym Basements are ideal for fitness rooms because of the cooler temperatures, and the noise from workout equipment won’t resonate throughout the house. 
• Entertainment  If you think your low basement ceilings are preventing you from making the most of the square footage – think again. Have you considered creating a media room? You don’t need tall ceilings to sit back and enjoy popcorn and a movie.

If you’re having trouble looking past the piping, wiring, and cobwebs, give us a call to discuss your basement’s real potential, because it is truly one of the most cost-effective ways to significantly increase your living space.