Your Basement = $$$

Most homes are left by the builder unfinished with a mere light bulb swinging in the damp dark basement. Some use this space just for storage, some use it as part recreation room, some a laundry room, for many this space goes unused. With the right finishing material, the basement area can become the best spot in the house.

Think of all the added living space finishing your basement would provide! A beautifully finished basement can provide great entertaining space for your guests or children to play especially because of the sound proofing qualities the basement environment allows.

An article titled, "Want added home value? Look in the basement" published in the Denver Business Journal states that "basement finishing is two to three times more cost effective in adding living space to a home than any other option." If your project is done right, i.e. basement waterproofing and utilizing high quality materials that will save energy, your expanded space will easily add attraction and high value to your home when you decide to sell it.

The Denver Business Journal also states, "When a basement is well done, it commands attention. The basement is the adult toy room -- housing home theaters, wet bars, exercise rooms and wine cellars. It's the one spot in the house where the architectural design is all about having fun. With a great finish, not only does a basement finish nearly double the size of the house, but it often becomes the most popular space in the house."

Your basement could be the deciding factor on the sale of your house!