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Basement Finishing

Want to increase your overall living space? Remodeling your basement can offer the perfect way to increase overall living space, add square footage to your home without adding an addition to your existing home. The space is already there to enjoy. 

Basement refinishing can turn that dark scary area into a fun lively environment the whole family can enjoy. Basements often lack natural light and make great home theatres.  With the correct lighting, Whittington Construction Group can help turn your basement into a home office, family room, play room, pool parlor and more.  Whatever you dream, Whittington Construction Group is here to help make it reality.

Whittington Construction Group will make a full assessment of your basement, to maximize the efficiency and comfort of your new living space. The main structural fortifications necessary in basement refinishing are to check insulation and waterproofing.

Insulation both regulates temperature and prevents unwanted condensation which can cause mold and mildew issues. Water leakage is something you never want in a basement, especially one you have spent both time and money to make livable.  Waterproofing requires a detailed process that assesses your entire basement foundation.  Corrections and repairs can be made if any problems are detected. 

Finishing your basement

It can be difficult to visualize the finished results when you look at your unfinished basement. There are many possibilities for creating a wonderfully warm and inviting living space in a huge undefined space that is bare, rough and empty. There are many ways to approach a basement remodeling project, the entire area can be left open or it can be divided into rooms. It can be designed to flow with your current décor  or you can create a whole new look in your home. Elegant, trendy, sports-themed, or rustic, the only limits are the boundaries of your imagination!  

We will help you with the design and building procedures of your project. WE have finished hundreds of basements in Maryland, Pennsylvania and West Virginia and look forward to helping you with your remodeling project. Some things to consider before finishing your basement include.

  • Ceiling height: You will probably have visible duct work and or low ceilings in your basement. You can decide to either have the duct work framed in have the rest of the ceiling higher or have lower ceilings. Duct work can be moved, but it is an expensive job
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  • Dampness: The first step to finishing a basement is to correct any dampness problems and then seal the floor and walls carefully. A dampness problem in a finished basement can create all kinds of problems. It can make the room feel cooler or warmer. More importantly, dampness will breed mold and mildew.
  • Concrete floors:  Concrete floors may be hard on your back, legs or feet if you plan to use the area for activities that require prolonged standing. Consider how you will be using the space when choosing floor coverings as this can take a little more effort than it might for other rooms.
  • Lighting: In areas without windows pay careful attention to lighting.  Choose energy efficient fixtures and light bulbs that will help save you money as well as protect the environment. If you have a basement with at least one wall above ground, “sunlight basement”, providing light will be much easier.