A Connecticut finished Basement, whether it's currently a wet basement or dry basement, can be remodeled to become a stunning custom addition improving any CT home. Santoro home improvements of Hamden Connecticut knows that by turning your CT basement into a finished basement you not only add looks, and space, you add value too.
Every month our CT home improvement service increases property value of Connecticut homes by adding or remodeling a whole new floor of usable space. If you are considering turning your wet or dry basement into a brand new addition to your home, take a moment to read Santoro Home Improvement's guide to finished basements. If you have any questions don't hesitate to contact us for a quote and consolation.
If you are considering a finished basement as an addition or remodeling a current one, it's important to know what type of basement you have. Below are the three types of basements with a short description of each:
- Finished Basements: Completely furnished and livable. Water leakage is controlled and prevented through proper water prevention techniques done by a skilled construction team.
- Partially Finished Basements: A dry basement that is furnished and livable with basic insulation and water protection.
- Unfinished Basement: An unfurnished wet or dry basement. Sometimes will include things like a washer and dryer or other utilities that are not easily affected by water damage.
If your basement is currently a wet basement there are many steps you can take to remodel your basement. Wet basements can be a real hassle, they can flood and that can cause mold and water damage. An untreated wet basement can even jeopardize the integrity of your house, effecting the very structure of your home!
Don't worry though, any wet basement can be remodeled, repaired and water proofed to protect your house and at the very least give you a storage area safe from flooding and water damage.
- Foundation Repair and Concrete Repair: Since your basement is under ground or partially underground, water can seep in through cracks in your foundation and concrete. Using the correct molding (like hollow kick molding for instance) and ensuring that all cracks are repaired and water proofed will eliminate leakage that leads to mold and water damage.
- Water Drainage: Even if you aren't planning on turning your wet basement into a dry basement it is important to remove still water and dampness. A cost effective option for protecting your home is to drain the water from basement.
-Avoid Water Run-In: You can avoid water run-in a number of ways including, slopping the soil surrounding your house, using gutters, downspouts and surface elevation control. Remember it's important to maintain your basement as soil will deteriorate over time.
If you have a wet basement Contact Santoro Home Improvements for a quote on drainage, protection and remodeling your wet basement.
By protecting a wet basement from water damage, leakage and vapors its possible to turn a below ground level of your house into a safe place for storage and even a whole usable finished basement. Not only does it make your basement livable but it also prevents structural damage to your house and eliminates mold and related odors making the air in your home healthier for you and your family!
A home with a dry basement will always sell for more than a wet basement and give the purchaser the option of finishing the basement. Turning your wet basement into a dry basement is a win-win situation for everyone.
- Keep surface water from entering by keeping up to date on the integrity of the foundation and concrete.
- Keep high ground water out by ensuring proper molding.
- Control water vapor entry through the soil contact walls and floors by ensuring all cracks are patched and water proofed.
- Mange humidity where walls have contact with soil by using proper insulation.
- Maintain the control essential practices.
A finished basement is a livable addition to your house. Remodeling a dry basement into a finished basement is easy. It does require maintenance but can increase property value and livability of your home. Imagine adding a whole new floor to your house without having to do major construction. Hire a home improvement contractor that specializes in remodeling and additions and have your basement finished today!
If you are interested in remodeling your basement, take the time to Contact Santoro Home Improvements today for a quote and consolation.