Choosing a basement finishing contractor.

How to do it, what to expect.

The top several issues in choosing a basement finishing contractor are:

Do they have extensive experience in this line of work. Basement finishing should not be one item in a long list of things they "specialize" in.

Are they a licensed, bonded, and insured contractor?

Do they have a list of recent references you can call and/ or visit? See the types of questions to ask in choosing a ready mix supplier

Will they listen to your vision of the finished basement and discuss the viability or your idea?

Will they specify in their proposal the exact brand and quality of cabinets, tile, carpet, doors, etc.-so you know what you are buying.

Basements and Beyond provides an excellent write up of what to look for in a basement finishing contractor. This can provide you with the right questions to ask. click here to see it.

It is critical for you to know the right questions to ask about basement finishing so you get the job done how you want it. An experienced and reputable basement finishing contractor will have the experience to point out and remedy potential problems or obstacles that an inexperienced contractor will either not detect or will fail to mention.

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