"Understanding the Typical Costs to Finish Your Basement"
The typical cost to finish a 1,000 sq ft basement can vary based on several factors, including materials, labor, and design choices. It's essential to consider your specific needs and preferences when budgeting for this project. Contact us for more accurate estimate.
TYPICAL PROJECT SCOPE FOR 1000 SF BASEMENT
PLANNING AND DESIGN
PERMITS
LAYOUT HELP
IN-HOUSE INTERIOR DECORATOR SERVICES FOR KEY MATERIAL SELECTIONS (PAINT, FLOORING, CABINETS, ETC.)
FRAMING FOR ROOMS AND CLOSETS
FRAMING INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR BASEMENT WALLS WITH 2X4 WOOD STUDS AND TREATED SILL PLATES
NO SHELVING IS INCLUDED WITH ANY CLOSETS
ELECTRICAL AND LOW VOLTAGE
6-INCH RECESSED LIGHTS, SWITCHES AND OUTLETS, TV CABLE OUTLETS MATCHING TO UPSTAIRS, UTILITY AREA LIGHTS.
HVAC
1 AC/HEAT OUTLET PER ROOM OR 200-250 SQ.FT. OF FINISHING SPACE. ADD AIR-RETURN TO THE BASEMENT.
WALL INSULATION
INSTALL R-13 UNFACED BATT INSULATION, EXTERIOR WALLS ONLY
DRYWALL INSTALLATION AND FINISHING
1/2-INCH REGULAR DRYWALL (FOR ALL WALLS AND CEILINGS) AND “LEVEL 4” FINISHING
DRYWALL ONLY INSTALLED ON THE FINISHED SIDE OF THE WALL
FINISH CARPENTRY
MDF OR WOOD CONTRACTOR’S GRADE PINE BASEBOARDS
MDF OR SOLID WOOD CONTRACTOR’S GRADE PINE WINDOW/DOOR TRIM
INTERIOR HOLLOW DOORS W/ DOORSTOPS (REGULAR OR BI-FOLD)
BASIC PINE STAIR RAIL (BANISTER) PAINTED WHITE SEMI-GLOSS
FLOORING
INSTALLATION OF LVP OR CARPET AND PAD (MATERIAL NOT INCLUDED)
PAINTING
PREPARATION AND PRIMER, 2 COATS CEILING PAINTING AND 2 COATS WALL PAINTING
FLAT PAINT FOR WALLS AND CEILING, SEMI-GLOSS PAINT FOR TRIMS AND DOORS
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED
ANY ADDITIONAL INSULATION
FLOORING MATERIAL
THE BASE PRICE OF THIS BASEMENT FINISHING PROJECT IS
$39,890.00 - $44,230.00
THIS PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE A BATHROOM OR A WET BAR.
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