Basement Remodeling, Renovation or Reconstruction

Whether your basement was damaged by water, mold or fire, or needs to be finished to add additional living space, we are Professional Finished Basement Contractors for basement remodeling and reconstruction. We provide cost-effective basement remodeling in Midland, Bay County, Saginaw, Isabella, Clare, Gladwin Counties, Bay City, Mt. Pleasant, and surrounding areas. Our process provides for a stress-free experience with quality work and efficient professionals. A basement remodel is a long-term investment and can either make or break your budget so don’t waste time or money by hiring the wrong contractor. Our goal is to provide you with a beautiful basement that is dry, healthy and functional.

Whether it is a simple update or a complete renovation with a gutted basement, we can take any basement in any condition and remodel it to your needs. We help our customers streamline their ideas and create a basement remodeling experience that truly fits their needs.

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Basement Remodeling, Renovation or Reconstruction

Call (989) 423-1311 today for a free quote, or request a quote

FAQ’s About Basement Remodeling

Below are some questions we get asked about remodeling basements. Please feel free to call us with any additional questions. (989) 423-1311

HOW MUCH DO BASEMENT REMODELS TYPICALLY COST?

Basement remodeling projects depend on square footage, built-in cabinets, bars or other custom millwork, finish and trim details, electrical or plumbing needed, ceiling obstructions, number of inside walls, and doors. As a general rule of thumb, full basement remodels can range between $16 – $32 per square foot. Our goal is to add value to your home and expand your living space in the most affordable way possible.

HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO REMODEL A BASEMENT?

There are many variables that can affect the amount of time a basement project takes. Finishing your basement is just like building the first floor of your house (minus siding and roofing), but we have extra steps like ceiling obstructions, staircase modification, and mold prevention. The majority of our projects are 800 – 1400 square foot basements and they average 4-5 weeks for completion.

Bathrooms and bars can add an extra week. This includes getting permits, ordering supplies, construction, finish work, and clean up. Our goal is to build out your basement with the same or better quality and care as the rest of your home. Also, once we begin your project, we work as quickly as possible without taking shortcuts or compromising quality.

WHAT DO YOU DO WITH POLES IN BASEMENTS?

Support poles are typically found in every basement and are used to carry the structural weight load from above. As the basement is viewed in the unfinished stage, the poles seem to be the most noticeable “eyesore” in the basement, but there are several options on how to hide the basement poles. We are good at helping you find ways to conceal your poles in the layout of your basement remodel.

DRYWALL OR DROP CEILING?

In most cases, the ceiling height, ceiling obstacles, and existing basement configuration will typically dictate drywall or drop ceiling. In most situations, there is a combination used to provide the best look and function.

DO WE HAVE TO HAVE EGRESS WINDOWS?

Egress windows are required in every “habitable” basement regardless of having a sleeping room or not. This includes all basements with living spaces.

WHAT ARE THE ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES OF BASEMENT PANEL SYSTEMS?

We do not offer basement wall kits. There are many basement wall systems on the market that compete with traditional wall construction. Each “basement kit company” seems to promote their products the same way – by promoting misleading information that traditional wall construction promotes mold growth, followed by a hard-close “buy today and save money”. Most basement panel systems are franchise owners with limited construction experience that purchase territories across many counties.

The kits are designed to be the easiest and quickest way for franchise owners to make money, not add beauty and value to your home. The wall panels can be installed by using minimum wage laborers, not professionally trained carpenters. Listed below are some common sales gimmicks and ways to promote fear used by some basement wall panel and kit companies.

DO I NEED TO BE CONCERNED ABOUT MOLD?

If you are experiencing moisture of any kind, it needs to be corrected before any basement finishing is completed. Your basement and the entire home should be moisture free before any construction occurs. If moisture is present on block walls, or poured foundations, you will continue to have problems regardless of what type of wall finish is chosen. We are experts at reconstruction after water damage and can ensure your moisture problems are resolved before we begin the remodeling work.

CAN I DO SOME OF THE WORK MYSELF?

We are happy to work with our customers when they would like to participate in their projects. Painting and finishing are the most common parts of the project they like to work on, although some also like to do the trim work. We offer line item pricing so this is a simple process, but remember it’s always cheaper to do it right the first time.

WHAT KIND OF ACCESS WILL YOU NEED TO MY HOME?

We ask for access to your home during normal business hours but we are very flexible. In some cases, we will work on Saturdays to keep a project on schedule, or to stock materials for the next phase of construction.

DO YOU WORK WITH EMPLOYEES OR SUBCONTRACTORS?

We use both. Fusion Remodeling is licensed, bonded (as needed), and insured. The majority of the work in your basement will be completed by our crew. However, we also have a tightly knit family of subcontractors we use when it’s faster and more affordable to do so.

DO I NEED TO PULL A PERMIT?

Permits are required when remodeling a basement. Fire blocking, handrail requirements, new electrical codes, treated lumber, and many other factors are taken into account when considering a basement to be habitable. Even though permits are in the best interest of homeowners, some contractors will tell you it is not required. We work with permits because we stand by our work. Ultimately, the homeowner needs to make the final decision. We encourage our customers to understand the penalties and risks and make the best decision for their projects.