Your Virginia basement can now be transformed into a place for your entire family and guests to retire for extreme entertainment or true relaxation. Your basement can become an exact match to the space youve felt your home has always lacked.

The best part is that you dont have to tear out walls, restructure existing rooms, change doorways or tamper with the rest of your home. Everything you need to design the perfect living space as an extension to your home sits right under your feet literally.

In Virginia, basement remodeling is a passion that we dont take lightly and our portfolio proves that. Redefining your living space is something we take pride in, and we want to show you exactly how we can turn your dark, drab and boring basement into a space that no longer suffers from piles of clutter and old projects youll never finish. Instead, work with us to transform your Virginia basement into a majestic and all-inclusive resort of your very own.

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Do you feel like your home is shrinking? Are the kids growing up and accumulating more stuff? Is your teenager demanding a room of his own? Has the college grad come back to the nest? Are you looking to provide room for an elderly parent or rent out space to help makes ends meet? Regardless of the reason, the space solution may actually be right under your feet.

Basements are typically about one third of the entire homes available space, 600 to 800 sq. ft. in the average home. And while some basements have been finished to create more living area, the majority of these spaces are used as makeshift laundry rooms, home offices, and storage repositories for everything from spare freezers to pantries, paints, and paperwork. In other words, most basements are underused.

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There are definitely benefits to considering a basement remodel: Unlike a room addition, there is no need to excavate for new footings or worry about structural loads. Utilities (including water, electricity, gas and sewer lines) are typically close at hand, further reducing costs. Heating and cooling loads are relatively light for basements. Basements almost always have stairs leading to them, unlike many attics (another popular house expansion candidate).

Converting a basement, however, is not without its challenges. Below-grade spaces are subject to water and moisture, two common enemies of home construction. Mold and mildew are also common, and natural light is limited. Overhead pipes and ductwork can add further challenges, and if you didnt anticipate a bathroom when the house was built, the basement toilet may have to flush up.

DEALING WITH THE WET AND DAMP Before embarking on a basement conversion, get serious about waterproofing. If water periodically wells up between the slab and foundation wall, or there are cracks in the foundation, you will need to call in a contractor or basement waterproofing company for advice. They will be able to tell you whether the source of water is an easy one to stemit can be as simple as gutters and downspouts not doing their jobsor whether its more serious.

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In many cases, a below-slab perimeter drain leading to a sump pit with at least two pumps (primary and backup) is the answer. The sump pit should be installed in the lowest part of the room perimeter and set-up to discharge water outside in the most efficient manner. Many finished basements build a closet around the sump pit. Regardless of how you conceal it, be sure to allow for easy access.

Groundwater isnt the only source of dampness and moisture in a basement. Plumbing leaks and condensation are two other common sources. A good waterproofing contractor can install water alerts in your laundry area and near water heater tanks to warn you of a leak before it can cause major damage. He can also recommend a self-draining, high-capacity dehumidifier to further remedy moisture issues.

BUILDING WITH WATERPROOF MATERIALS When finishing a basement, its smart to use materials that can stand up to water and moisture. Conventional materials like drywall, wood framing, and MDF moldings are not necessarily the best choices in below-grade applications. Thats why several companies offer complete basement finishing systems that include waterproof wall panels, moisture-proof drop ceilings, mold-proof PVC moldings and water-resistant underfloor systems; everything to reduce the risk from water damage.

Owens Corning offers an insulated wall panel for basement conversion composed of compressed fiberglass lined by vinyl on the finished side. It attaches to block and poured concrete foundation walls with special channels. If you need access to electrical wires or plumbing behind the panels, you can remove them. The panels are non-flammable, impact resistant, wont trap water vapor, and dont support mold. They may, however, be damaged in a flood if left standing in water for any length of time.

Total Basement Finishing (TBF), a Basement Systems, Inc. company, offers a highly impact-resistant cement panel backed by rigid foam insulation. Its strong enough to support anything youd hang on a conventionally framed wall. Precut channels make wiring easy. And a linen-look vinyl skin in white and beige covers the finished side.

TBF panels can be installed in floor and ceiling tracks independent of the foundation wall, or they can be attached directly to foundation walls. The system is versatile enough that you can leave a portion of your basement unfinished, or divide the space into rooms, or even erect closets. In addition to various versions of its wall panels, TBF offers a menu of other basement remodeling products, including finished stair kits, drop ceilings, and waterproof flooring. The parent company, Basement Systems, is a nationwide network of waterproofing contractors, so its likely that the TBF dealer in your area will be able to help with basement waterproofing, too.

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Do-it-yourselfers looking to save some money will want to consider basement wall panels made of magnesium oxide, like those from Wahoo Walls. When adhered to polystyrene insulation, MgO boards insulate to R-11.They are well-suited to damp areas, are mold- and mildew-resistant, and are easy to cut and install. Plus, they can be painted. The boards install in L-shaped steel brackets screwed to the slab and joists, which have pre-cut wiring and cable channels. Panels for interior partitions are also available without the insulation. The company offers excellent installation instructions.

COMPENSATE FOR LIMITED LIGHTING Unless youre fortunate enough to have a walkout basement, where one or more walls are above-grade and can accommodate large windows and glazed doors, natural lighting is going to be limited in your basement to a handful of small windows. Fortunately, dropped or suspended ceilings, common in basements, can easily and attractively accommodate recessed can, track, and fluorescent troffer fixtures.

Designers recommend lots of perimeter lighting as well, including sconces, recessed spotlights, and fluorescent tubes or LED wall washers hidden behind coves. By lighting the walls, you can simulate natural ambient light and make the space seem bigger.

DEALING WITH DUCTS AND BEAMS Accommodating ductwork and beams is often a challenge. Painting them to match the ceiling is a common approach. Another is to paint them in bright playful colors. So is boxing the ducts in with soffits, or wood-framed enclosures covered with drywall or MDF. Keep in mind, however, that duct enclosures cannot extend more than 6 inches below the minimum 7-ft. allowable ceiling height. If there are ducts that are hanging too low, sometimes they can be split into smaller ducts. Wider and flatter replacement ducts can also be installed to gain a few inches of headroom. Whatever you do, check with your local building department before beginning work to be sure your plan conforms to building codes.

WHEN DRAINS MUST GO UP Basement bathrooms, laundries, and kitchens, common features in many conversions, are straightforward with regard to hot and cold water supply lines, though not always for drainage. If necessary, there are several methods for draining sewage waste and wastewaterespecially from toiletsupwards to existing drain lines. The least expensive is a macerating bathroom pump, like those by Saniflo. It turns on automatically to pump toilet waste and grey water from sink, shower, tub or laundry to your sewer line. These units are compact and quiet, typically fitting either directly behind the toilet or behind the wall.

CODES AND BASEMENT ROOMS Basement rooms can be used for many purposes: laundry, home theater, game playing, hobbies and crafts, and the list goes on. There are many building codes intended to ensure the safety of occupants that apply to all of the above. They include the use of smoke and CO detectors, GFI receptacles, outside combustion air for the furnace or boiler, materials that resist the spread of fire, minimum room sizes, and emergency window well egress. When choosing contractors to work on your basement conversion, find one who has done the job many times before and who is knowledgeable about applicable codes. Do not work with a contractor who says you can convert a basement without pulling permits.

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1. Your in-home estimate will be scheduled within 48 hours from the time you contact us. 2. During your in-home estimate, we will work with you on the design of your project according to your budget, your needs as well as your wants. 3. One week prior the start of the renovation, we will provide samples of flooring, bathroom tiles, paint colors, pictures with vanities to choose from as well as any other samples that may be required. Once you make a choice, the materials will be ordered and ready for the first day.

4. On the first day, you will meet the crew and we will go over the details of the initial phase of the project. Some of the things that will be performed right away will be: covering and protecting all floors leading to the basement, delivery of materials, preparing tools. This will lead to framing. 5. At the end of every day your basement will be left clean with all electrical tools disconnected and sharp tools hidden. Before leaving the job site, we will go over progress and answer any questions or concerns you may have. 6. Once the framing is complete, a licenced electrician will work on the rough-in. This takes approximately one day. The electrical inspection will be scheduled for next day. 7. If your project includes a bathroom, we will have licenced plumber on site to prepare the rough-in. 8. Once all of the inspections have been completed, we will continue with the insulation of the walls, which includes a 12 Mill polythurene vapour barrier 9. The next few steps include drywalling, taping, sanding, priming and painting your walls and ceilings. We normally use Benjamin Moore Paint, unless otherwise requested by the customer. 10. Once the drywall is completed, we proceed with flooring installation. We can install any kind of flooring: laminate, engineered hardwood, carpet, ceramic tiles, vinyl and more, including sub-floors.

11. The last phase of the project will be door and trim installation, clean up and debris disposal. 12. Upon completion of your basement, we will do a walk thorough with you to ensure your satisfaction with the final result. 13. For basements ranging between 500 to 1000 sq ft, the timline is approximately 2 to 3 weeks for completion.

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Basement finishing, renovation or remodeling in northern NJ can be one of the smartest decisions you can make to add value to your home. Not only will it add additional living space and improve quality of life for you and your family, it will also increase your resell value substantially. At Monks Home Improvements we specialize in making your design vision a reality. You will be working with true craftsmen and diligent project managers that will work closely with you on finishing out your basement space.

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Dear Homeowner:

To remodel or not to remodel your basement. Should I do it myself or hire it out? Should I get the work done or should we just move to a new house? These are the common questions we hear all the time regarding remodeling basements in the Maryland, DC, and Northern Virginia area.

The good news is, remodeling your basement does not have to be a painful experience at all on your time, lifestyle or your budget.

TLC Incorporated have been remodeling basements for over 20 years in the Maryland, Northern Virginia, and Washington DC areas, and we know the specific type of challenges homeowners in our region face. Regardless of who you choose to remodel your basement, make sure that whoever you hire to do your basement remodel has a very good knowledge of the climate and history of how homes have been built in our area.

Perhaps one of the most common questions we get asked is, When I sell my house will I recoup the expense of remodeling my basement? This is a very fair question, and definitely should be considered ultimately when determining a budget for your basement remodel. Here is the latest report on that very subject from the Remodeling Magazines 2013 National Cost Vs. Value Report:

The latest Cost vs. Value Report revealed that basement remodeling projects continue to offer great value, with the typical project recouping 70.3% of costs when the home is sold. And on average, basement remodeling projects add over $43,000 to the sale price of a home.

Unlike invisible costs that are not necessarily recouped when you sell your house, such as a new roof, new carpeting, or replacing a water heater a basement remodel immediately adds livable square footage and the value is fully visible. The next homeowner doesnt have to think about or consider the expense of having it done himself because youve invested in having it done right.

Given the choice of an unfinished basement or a finished basement done right homebuyers are always going to first consider the project being done and paid for, giving you the advantage when its time to sell.

TLC will help you design a practical basement that fits your lifestyle and home, while keeping to your budget.

Call TLC today enter your contact information on the upper right-hand side of this page to receive a free, no-obligation estimate for your basement remodel.

We look forward to talking to you soon!

Sincerely,

Bob Carr, President of TLC Incorporated

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Project: Remodel a Kitchen

Date: 10/06/2015

Floorplan: I plan to maintain existing kitchen floorplan

Cabinets: Yes - I plan to move or update the cabinets

Appliances: No - I do not plan to move or update the appliances

Countertops: Yes - I plan to update the countertops

Sinks: Yes - I plan to update the sinks

Flooring: No - I do not plan to update the flooring

Lighting: No - I do not plan to update the lighting

What kind of location is this?: Home/Residence

Historical Work: No

Covered by Insurance: No

Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible

Request Stage: Ready to Hire

Property Owner: Yes

Project: Remodel a Kitchen

Date: 10/06/2015

Floorplan: I plan to maintain existing kitchen floorplan

Cabinets: Yes - I plan to move or update the cabinets

Appliances: Yes - I plan to move or update some or all appliances

Countertops: Yes - I plan to update the countertops

Sinks: Yes - I plan to update the sinks

Flooring: Yes - I plan to update the flooring

Lighting: No - I do not plan to update the lighting

What kind of location is this?: Home/Residence

Desired Completion Date: Less than 2 months

Request Stage: Planning & Budgeting

Comment: Remodeling entire kitchen

Project: Remodel a Kitchen

Date: 10/06/2015

Floorplan: I plan to maintain existing kitchen floorplan

Cabinets: Yes - I plan to move or update the cabinets

Appliances: No - I do not plan to move or update the appliances

Countertops: Yes - I plan to update the countertops

Sinks: Yes - I plan to update the sinks

Flooring: No - I do not plan to update the flooring

Lighting: Yes - I plan to update the lighting

What kind of location is this?: Home/Residence

Historical Work: No

Covered by Insurance: No

Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible

Request Stage: Planning & Budgeting

Property Owner: Yes

Comment: Reface or replace cabinets, replace counter tops.

Project: Renovate or Repair a Home

Date: 10/06/2015

What kind of location is this?: Home/Residence

Desired Completion Date: Less than 2 months

Request Stage: Ready to Hire

Project Description: Major home repair project

Comment: I need an estimate on getting a wall fixed in my home, water damage from the outside so need wall replaced completely.

Project: Remodel a Kitchen

Date: 10/05/2015

Floorplan: I plan to maintain existing kitchen floorplan

Cabinets: Yes - I plan to move or update the cabinets

Appliances: No - I do not plan to move or update the appliances

Countertops: Yes - I plan to update the countertops

Sinks: Yes - I plan to update the sinks

Flooring: No - I do not plan to update the flooring

Lighting: No - I do not plan to update the lighting

What kind of location is this?: Home/Residence

Historical Work: No

Covered by Insurance: No

Desired Completion Date: Less than 2 months

Request Stage: Ready to Hire

Property Owner: Yes

Comment: kitchen cabinet and countertop refacing

Project: Remodel a Bathroom

Date: 10/05/2015

Shower / Bath: Yes - I want to move or install a new shower or bath

Toilet: No - I will keep the existing toilet as is

Cabinets / Vanity: Yes - I plan to update the cabinets / vanity

Countertops: Yes - I plan to update the countertops

Sinks: Yes - I plan to update the sinks

Flooring: Yes - I plan to update the flooring

Extensiveness of Remodel: I plan to maintain existing bathroom floorplan

Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible

Request Stage: Ready to Hire

Requires Work on Historical Structure: No

Request for Commercial Location: No

Covered by Insurance: Yes

Property Owner: Yes

Comment: I want my bathroom completely remodel.

Project: Build an Addition

Date: 10/05/2015

Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible

Request Stage: Planning & Budgeting

Type of Addition: Remodel existing space

Requires Work on Historical Structure: No

Request for Commercial Location: No

Project Description: Build - Use existing architectural drawings

Rooms Included:: Bathroom

Rooms Included:: Common area(s)

Property Owner: Yes

Comment: add a extra bedroom

Project: Remodel a Bathroom

Date: 10/05/2015

Shower / Bath: Yes - I want to move or install a new shower or bath

Toilet: Yes - I will be replacing or moving the toilet

Cabinets / Vanity: Yes - I plan to update the cabinets / vanity

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Make your basement living space as unique as you are with the new Owens Corning Basement Finishing System Unlimited. The new system features many of the great benefits as the Original Fabric Basement Finishing System, but IT CAN BE PAINTED! The new Basement Finishing System Unlimited allows you to customize your basement space by allowing you to paint it, just as you would a space finished with drywall. But unlike drywall, The Owens Corning Basement Finishing System Unlimited absorbs sound and resists mold and mildew. Once you take some time to compare The Owens Corning Basement Finishing System Unlimited to drywall and other systems out in the market, youll see that theres really no comparison!

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Nancy Kerrigan and her family had a drywall basement constructed approximately 15 years ago and used it often. Over time, the basement started to smell musty and also became moldy. They knew they had to do something soon to get their basement back in a livable condition!

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If you are looking to remodel your basement utilizing a product that provides an assortment of practical benefits, consider installing the Owens Corning Basement Finishing System. Reviews from many homeowners show that the innovative features of this system can provide several advantages over drywall. Thats because the Basement Finishing System has been designed specifically for use in the basement environment.

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Basement floors can be troublesome as they made be uneven, prone to moisture or just plain cold. So be sure to take proper steps to level your basement floor, add vapor barriers or consider heated floors to enjoy your remodeled basement.

You may also want to take into account a flooring types ability to survive a flood, burst pipe or other high water issues to which basements can be victim. But once you settle those concerns, you have plenty of options for basement flooring from the classic carpet and vinyl to more modern cork and floating floors.

Concrete

Increasing numbers of homeowners decide to enhance the existing concrete in their basement instead of covering it up. Stained and painted concrete floors offer many benefits, including their suitability for people with allergies. Skilled contractors can reproduce the look of slate, tile and marble, or they can apply dyes, paints and stencils in a variety of designs.

While decorative concrete may cost more than some other types of flooring, its proponents point to the long life expectancy of this material. Even cracks in the floor can be considered an attractive rustic feature as long as they do not reflect structural problems. Those concerned by the slippery nature of high-gloss sealers can add a non-slip additive to sealer or stain before application.

This basement utilizes tile flooring in the kitchen and bar area and carpet for the living space. (Photo courtesy of Angie's List member Rajinder S.)

Carpet

Carpeting remains a popular flooring option for finished basements because of its warmth underfoot. As long as the basement is moisture-free, carpet is a practical option for many homeowners. The cost of carpet and padding varies widely, depending on quality.

Benefits of carpet include the variety of colors and styles available, its sound-muffling qualities and many pricing options. Drawbacks include wear in traffic areas, increased maintenance in comparison to hard flooring options and its inability to survive a flooding event.

Ceramic tile

Reasonably priced ceramic tiles come in a multitude of styles and colors and can be arranged in a custom pattern of the homeowners choosing. Flooring tiles are very durable, stain-resistant, impervious to moisture and easy to maintain. Drawbacks include coldness and the tendency of grout to discolor over time.

Cork

Cork is an eco-friendly flooring material that can be installed over an existing floor or concrete. Cork is derived from the bark of the cork tree, meaning trees are not cut down during harvesting. Cork flooring is durable and has good insulating qualities, but if you choose cork flooring for your basement, make sure you choose a type that is recommended for a basement environment as not all cork flooring is appropriate for basements.

It resists mold, mildew and rot and is easy to clean and maintain. These floors require an acrylic finish to prevent scratches. A polyurethane coat will extend the life of this flooring, and it should be reapplied after 10 years in situations featuring normal wear and tear.

Engineered wood

Engineered wood consists of layered plywood that looks like hardwood but is thinner, more durable and water-resistant. Advantages include the ability to expand and contract with changes in moisture and temperature. The fact that it comes pre-finished is a benefit for many homeowners.

Drawbacks include cost and the fact that it may be refinished only once due to the thinness of its veneer. Maintenance consists of vacuuming and damp mopping. Standing water must be mopped up immediately.

Linoleum

Linoleum is another environmentally friendly flooring option for basements. Homeowners looking for numerous design options and ease of maintenance will enjoy linoleum. Drawbacks include a tendency to stain because of its porous nature and a lack of warmth under the feet. This flooring material is durable, but when damage does occur, repairs can be difficult.

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