Transform Your Space With Basement Upgrades
Explore estimated pricing, popular features, and customization options to build your perfect basement living area tailored to your budget.
Bathroom, Bar & Kitchenette Options
Half Bathroom
$9,500Toilet and vanity, including plumbing, electrical, fixtures, walls and finish work.
¾ Bathroom
$14,500Toilet, vanity and shower, including plumbing, waterproofing, electrical and finishes.
Full Bathroom
$16,500Complete bathroom with tub/shower, vanity, toilet, plumbing, electrical and finish work.
Custom Tile Shower
+$5,500Upgrades a standard shower with waterproofing, tile, setting materials and added labor.
Glass Shower Door
+$1,500Measured glass enclosure, hardware and professional installation.
Upgraded Vanity Package
+$1,500Upgraded vanity, countertop, sink and fixtures.
Wet Bar
$8,500Cabinets, countertop, sink, plumbing and electrical for a finished bar area.
Dry Bar
$5,500Cabinets and countertop without sink plumbing.
Kitchenette
$12,500Compact kitchen area with cabinetry, countertop, sink and appliance provisions.
Entertainment & Living Upgrades
Electric Fireplace
$4,500Fireplace, framing, electrical and finished feature-wall details.
TV / Entertainment Wall
$3,500Dedicated TV wall with concealed wiring and finished architectural details.
Fireplace + TV Feature Wall
$6,500Combines an electric fireplace and entertainment center into one focal wall.
Home Theater Prep
$3,500Electrical, lighting and equipment locations planned for a theater setup.
Built-In Speaker Package
$2,500Integrated speaker installation for a cleaner entertainment setup.
Game / Recreation Features
From $2,500Customized entertainment area for games, seating or recreation.
Rooms & Storage
Home Office
$4,500Dedicated workspace with additional walls, door, electrical and lighting.
Home Gym Area
$3,500Designated exercise area with appropriate lighting, electrical and room finishes.
Finished Laundry Room
$6,500Finished walls, ceiling, lighting, trim and utility-area detailing.
Additional Finished Room
$4,500Additional framing, drywall, electrical, door and trim for room separation.
Built-In Shelving
From $1,500Permanent storage or display shelving integrated into the finished space.
Under-Stair Storage
$1,500Turns otherwise unused stair space into accessible finished storage.
Mechanical Room Enclosure
$2,500Finished enclosure that conceals equipment while maintaining required access.
Wine Storage Area
From $4,500Dedicated wine display/storage with shelving, lighting and finish details.
Ceiling, Walls & Finish Upgrades
Drop Ceiling
$7 / sq. ft.Finished suspended ceiling with convenient access to utilities above.
Ceiling Soundproofing
$5 / sq. ft.Sound-control materials designed to reduce noise transfer between floors.
Wall Soundproofing
$4 / sq. ft.Sound-control materials added to selected interior walls.
Additional Recessed Light
$275 eachAdditional fixture, wiring and installation beyond the standard lighting plan.
LED Accent Lighting
From $1,500Decorative lighting for ceilings, walls or feature areas.
Barn Door
$1,500 eachDecorative sliding door, track, hardware and installation.
Upgraded Interior Door
+$500 eachHigher-end door style and hardware in place of standard selection.
Upgraded Trim Package
From $2,500Larger or decorative casing, baseboard and trim details.
Wainscoting
$45 / linear ft.Decorative wall treatment including trim, installation and painting.
Decorative Wall Panels
From $2,500Custom molding, panels or similar architectural wall details.
Accent Wall
From $1,500Specialty material or decorative finish creating a focal wall.
Upgraded Staircase Finish
From $4,500Upgraded treads, risers, trim and finishing at the basement entrance.
Upgraded Stair Railing
From $3,500Decorative railing and baluster upgrade.
Comfort, Waterproofing & Moisture Control
Mini-Split Heating & Cooling
From $6,500Dedicated basement heating and cooling equipment, installation and electrical work.
Whole-Basement Dehumidifier
$2,500Dedicated humidity control to improve comfort and manage excess moisture.
Waterproofing / Moisture Control
From $2,500Targeted moisture-control measures based on existing basement conditions.
Interior Drainage System
From $6,500Collects groundwater and directs it toward a sump system.
Full Perimeter Drainage
From $10,500Comprehensive drainage around the basement perimeter for larger water concerns.
New Sump Pump & Basin
$2,500Dedicated basin and pump to remove collected groundwater.
Secondary Sump Pump
$1,500Second pump for added capacity and redundancy.
Battery Backup Sump System
$2,500Backup pumping protection during a power outage or primary-pump issue.
Foundation Crack Repair
From $750 eachRepair of qualifying foundation cracks to help address water intrusion.