Iowa Basement Remodeling

Basement Remodeling - No matter if you simply need a small bathroom in your basement or you’re looking to have your entire basement remodeled; hiring the right basement remodeling contractor is crucial to the project’s success. But not all contractors are the same.

Use these tips and tools for choosing the right building contractor for your basement remodeling project and you’ll be sure to hire the perfect contractor for your project.

Phone Calls

The initial conversation with a basement building contractor typically consists of providing the basic details to your potential contractor. Square footage, design, materials and styling are all important first questions your potential basement contractor should address before coming to visit the site for an estimate. But besides telling the contractor all about your project, it’s a good idea to ask a few questions about the contractor and the services they provide. Licensing information, insurance and a long list of references are a must have before having them visit your project for an estimate.

Estimates

When a basement contractor visits your home for an estimate, the shop talk is over. You will need to provide them with at least a rough sketch complete with accurate dimensions of the basement remodeling project. You can do this yourself or hire an architect to produce the plans. Once a detailed view of the project is provided to the builder, they can then create an estimate for the project. The contractor will also view the work area and inspect the project for any anomalies in the blueprint.

Cost Breakdown List

When your prospective basement contractor comes to view your remodeling project, it’s a good idea to ask them to provide you with a cost breakdown list of the project. This should include details on materials used, labor costs/times, a general overview of the schedule and what each day involves. A cost breakdown list can help you to get a good idea of what tasks your builder will be performing and when they will get the project done. This not only allows you to view the project from start to finish, it also allows you to best compare other bids from other contractors, ensuring you’re all on the same page when it comes to remodeling your basement.