Basement Finishing

Yes! A permit is required to finish your basement. But at Engelhard Construction, we'll make sure you have all the permits you need for the job being done whether you're in Grand Rapids, Jenison, Wyoming, Hudsonville, or Allendale.

By finishing your basement, you are adding more valuable space to your home. It gives you more room to hang out with family and friends and another place to enjoy in your home.

Absolutely! A finished basement can add quite a bit of value to your home. Once finished, it can give you a 70-75 percent return on your investment.

There are very few people who have enough knowledge and skill to do everything that comes with finishing a basement. You need to know how to hang drywall, install plumbing and lighting, paint, and lay flooring. By going with Engelhard Construction, we provide all the experts you need to get the result you're looking for.

Before we start working on finishing your basement, we will check for any damage that needs to be addressed beforehand. This can include water damage, code violations that need to be fixed, or any issues in the foundation. This may add time to the job, but it will ensure the finished product lasts for years to come.

When remodeling your basement, you can add or upgrade closets, light fixtures, shelving, paint, flooring, and even a bar.

It depends on the amount of work being done. On average, it can take 4-8 weeks, but if you're looking for unique things in your basement, it may take longer.

Absolutely! If youre looking to add a bathroom to your basement, it can definitely be put into your basement finishing plans.

Finishing a basement usually includes the installation of drywall, painting, adding flooring, adding plumbing and electricity, and installing lighting. Beyond that, it can include any number of things from a bar or movie theater to a kitchen or bathroom.

Yes! If youre looking to waterproof your basement when we finish it, waterproof materials can be used.

Yes. Bedrooms can be safely created in a finished basement as long as they comply with building regulations. This includes a door and an emergency exit, most commonly as a window.

If you don’t need the extra space, it is okay to leave your basement unfinished but there are many benefits to finishing the space. Unfinished basements do not have climate control, which could mean higher heating or air conditioning bills. Finished basements are also much more comfortable and they add value to your home.

Putting a bathroom and/or shower in your basement is doable, but it might be more complex than you think. If there is no existing plumbing and you have concrete flooring, the concrete will have to be removed to install the new plumbing.

A media room is a multipurpose space designed for entertainment like watching movies, gaming, and listening to music, while a theater room is specifically designed for a cinema experience with a focus on audio and video quality.

Yes! A media room can appeal to potential buyers by adding built-in amenities to an otherwise unused room. It can also add professional speaker installation and lighting that give the space a more finished quality.

Media rooms are not always soundproof, but they can be designed with soundproofing materials like acoustic panels, heavy curtains, and insulated walls to minimize noise leakage.

Vinyl flooring, carpeting, laminate, and tile are typically best for basements. Our team will help you choose the right flooring for your needs and lifestyle.

Finished basements are used for a wide variety of purposes, including media rooms, extra bedrooms and bathrooms, gyms, home offices, laundry rooms, and playrooms.

Absolutely! Our team always stays up-to-date on the latest energy-efficient options on the market today, including windows, furnaces, lighting, plumbing, and electrical components.

To make your basement feel like a main living area, you’ll want to drywall the entire basement, add plenty of windows to bring in the natural light, install plenty of lighting, and add warm colors and comfortable furnishings.

Installing gutters, insulating pipes, installing a dehumidifier and sump pump, and decluttering the basement are all ways you can help prevent moisture in your basement.

Absolutely! Our team at Engelhard Construction will help you plan to add a bathroom to your basement finishing and remodeling plans.

Yes! Because a finished basement can add more usable space, rooms, and more versatility, they can offer a 70-75% return on your investment.

The cost of finishing a basement can differ greatly depending on the size of the basement, what you’re changing or adding to the basement, and the materials used,

Start with a clear plan and detailed estimate, keeping in mind potential structural or moisture-related issues. Staying in regular communication with your contractor helps avoid unexpected costs and delays.

Finished basements are commonly turned into entertainment rooms, home offices, guest suites, or gyms. The extra square footage offers versatile space tailored to your lifestyle.