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We are a trusted and experienced basement development company serving the Saskatoon area. Our team of skilled professionals has the expertise and knowledge to turn your basement into a functional and attractive space that meets your needs and enhances the overall appeal of your home.
We are committed to completing your project on time and within budget, and we use only the highest quality materials to ensure that your new space will serve you for many years to come.
Contact Rocklund Homes today to learn more about our basement development services and to schedule a consultation. We’ll be happy to help you turn your basement into a space that you’ll love.
We can help you transform your unfinished basement into a usable and stylish space. Our basement finishing process will take your project through all the following stages:
The first step in finishing a basement is to create a design plan that includes determining the overall size and layout of the space, as well as the specific features that will be included, such as a bathroom, bedroom, or home theater. It also involves creating a budget and timeline for the project. This design plan must be approved by local government authorities by obtaining building permits, electrical permits, and any other permits that may be required to ensure that the work meets all building codes and regulations before any construction can begin.
After obtaining the necessary permits, the next step is to construct the structural framework of the basement. This includes installing the framing for the walls and ceiling, as well as any support beams or columns that may be required. This step is critical to ensure that the finished space is safe and structurally sound.
The next step is to install the electrical wiring, plumbing and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. This includes running electrical wiring to the different areas of the space, installing outlets and light fixtures, and connecting the plumbing for sinks, toilets, and showers. It also includes installing the ductwork and equipment for the HVAC system.
After the rough electrical, plumbing and HVAC work is done, insulation is installed to keep the space warm and soundproof. Then the drywall installation process starts. The drywall is cut to fit and nailed to the framing, and then sealed with tape to cover the seams.
After the drywall is installed, the joints are smoothed out with a joint compound (also known as “mudding”). This step is important to ensure that the walls have a smooth finish. After the compound dries, the walls are taped to cover the seams and then painted.
The final steps of finishing a basement include installing flooring materials, such as carpet, tile, hardwood, or laminate, to ensure that the space is comfortable and functional and installing fixtures such as light fixtures, trim and baseboards, cabinetry, countertops and appliances if necessary to give the space a finished look and to make it functional for the intended purpose.
Our basement suite design and development services can help you transform your home into a valuable investment property. By creating a functional and attractive basement suite, you can increase the rental income from your property. Our team of experts will work with you to design a space that is comfortable, safe, and easy to rent.
We will ensure that the suite meets all necessary building codes and safety standards, so that you can rest assured that your tenants will be safe. Overall, our goal is to provide you with a turnkey solution for creating a basement suite that will generate a return on your investment.
