Your basement can give you much more than just storage. In fact, a basement remodel can offer you plenty of storage space plus new living space the whole family can enjoy.
For success, though, your basement remodeling project must start with good planning to avoid two key problems. First, here in New Jersey, you may have an issue with dampness. Even if your basement is finished, you’ll want to let us use our skills to get rid of any musty smell or the risk of flooding. Second, typical basement remodeling challenges like low ceilings, small windows and poor natural lighting require innovative design to create the allusion of a much brighter, airier space. At T&K Contractors, we have the expertise to help you address these concerns right from the start.
Once we’ve solved any problems, let’s explore the possibilities together! Start with how you’d like your space to function. If storage is desired, think about what specifically you want to store. For example, the right solution for built-in storage for frequently used items will be much different than creating storage for holiday decorations that only need to be accessed once a year. Also, be specific about the family activities you want to enjoy. A media room, for example, will have a different layout, design, lighting and wiring compared to a basement remodel for a home gym or spa. Or, maybe you want a fabulous wine cellar, cozy family room, home office or even a suite for a grown child who has returned to the nest. What can your basement become?
Here are
three interesting ideas:
Playland. No, not just an open space surrounded by a jumble of toys! Imagine a beautifully lit area with floor-to-ceiling storage, an art center with sink, mini stage, and perhaps even an indoor swing.
The Party Place. Entertaining is so fun – and easy – with a basement remodel that includes party-friendly features such as a mini kitchen, wet bar, built-in flat screen or an island that serves as well for book club buffets and Super Bowl spreads as it does for games at the kids’ sleepovers.
Hobby Central. Let built-ins provide a place for everything – just like Martha Stewart’s own craft room! Picture those beautiful shelves, cubbies, and roomy spaces for sewing or crafting. Plus, with today’s ventilation and dust-capture technologies, you can even enjoy a custom woodworking shop with great lighting, work surfaces, sound system and more!
Remember, with creative remodeling ideas and some planning, your basement can provide storage and a place for family fun. If you’re wondering how your own basement can “be all it can be,” give us a call. We’d be delighted to take a look at the space and share some ideas.
Maintenance Tip: Check Driveways and
Walkways for Cracks
Over time, wear and tear can create cracks in your walkways and driveways. Water can leak into cracks, causing further damage. If there are cracks, the area will need to be repaired and resealed before further damage occurs. Sealing an asphalt driveway needs to be done when the temperature will be above 50° with no precipitation for 24-36 hours, so doing it now will avoid the worry about what the overnight temperatures will be once autumn arrives.
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