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To give your property an advantage over other properties in your area, look at renovating your basement. Without correct renovations any future buyer will be concerned of the chance of water in this space. Insulating the space against the weather and making sure it is dry if definitely a positive point for your home. Water in the space or even just damp, could be a problem if you wanted to sell your home. Therefore contact a contractor who has experience in redesigning these types of room. Most basements cover a vast area that can be used for other things and are often unfinished. It would be a disgrace not to utilize this space. Sorting your basement can be a rewarding experience, but it needs a great deal of planning and preparation. The height of the room's ceiling is without doubt going to be your first problem. Many basement ceilings are not as high as the other ceilings in your home This can be solved by putting up the ceiling around your ventilation and air conditioning. Flooring for a basement is something you also need to look at, most specialists will advise you go for carpet. Understandably price is going to be your first thought, but try and purchase a good quality under-lay and a nice thick carpet. Carpets also supply comfort for your feet, giving a padding effect against the concrete floors which most basements often have. The flooring in the main part of the home is supported by wood, less harsh on the tootsies. Considering Further Renovations - Gymnasium or Cinema Room These features are usually considered as being nonessential, although they will help to sell your home more quickly if the potential buyers are willing to pay extra for them. Some realtors do say that these rooms can add up to $60,000 if done properly and not as a detriment to existing space. A finished basement is a great place to accommodate either of these features. Putting in a room cinema system is not as easy as most individuals think. If you haven't set one up before, look at enlisting qualified support or at least look at the various options and ways of doing it. What does this cinema system contain: Video or DVD player, a stereo, a minimum of a 27" HDTV, surround-sound capabilities and speakers for all items and last but not least, some comfy chairs. If you prefer having a gym in your home, this type of feature does not require much planning and is a great addition. The visible obstacles that need to be addressed are: - Sound proofing (solves itself if you place your exercise equipment in your finished basement)
- A mirrored wall so you can look at what you are doing and rubber mats for floor work
- Adding lots of subdued lighting
- The little bit of extra ventilation
The rest is up to you to pick what gym facilities you'll include. Research is the key to a well equipped home gym, so visit nearby stores, visit a gym and browse the Internet. Ask about different brands, prices, and individual machines that you should put in in your equipment set. Writer is Vancouver Condos agent, publisher of Vancouver Remodelling Series
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