Job Stories

This project is in a partially finished basement. Doing work on a partially finished basement is something that happens quite often. This can be due to a few things. One cause is that the previous contractor didn’t complete the project for one reason or another. Another common reason is that the homeowner decided to have a portion of the basement finished for insulation or flooding purposes, but it wasn’t the right time to have it finished in its entirety.  In this basement, there were a few things left to do. The first were the walls, which we finished with our vinyl panel system in white. The second was the flooring, which we finished with MillCreek flooring in the color Natural Oak. The final item in this basement was to install a sump pump. This resulted in a fully finished, safe space for the homeowner and her kids.

A young couple in Beverly recently added a second story to their home. They enjoyed the process and were hoping to finish their basement as well. Unfortunately, that wasn't something their contractor could help them with. They found us and asked if we could create a new laundry area, bathroom, office, and area for clean storage.  We began by installing our 2'X2' foot finished linen ceiling tiles. To these, we added recessed can lights. We used our EverLast wall system in white, adding new outlets, switches and jacks. Finally, we refinished their stairs with a mounted handrail and Natural Oak flooring. 

A single mom of two young children is looking to have her basement finished in Beverly, Massachusetts. She was looking for an inexpensive solution to expand her living space for herself and her children. We were able to work within her budget and create a simple but clean and dry space. We began by installing new MillCreek natural oak flooring across the entire space. We also added wall panels around her stairs to create additional safety. This was a quick and efficient job that resulted in a clean and usable space for the family. 

A nice couple live in a home in Ipswich with their dog. The husband works from home most days and wants to finish their basement to have more space. They decided to create one large room with the stairs dividing the space in half. We added a half wall on one side of the stairs and made an open railing on the other side. The railing was oak, with a newel post and primed balusters on a composite curb. We painted the ceiling black for stylistic and functional purposes. We used our vinyl system around the perimeter and elite plank espresso flooring. We added 6-panel doors with aged bronze knobs and recessed LED lights. This allowed us to expand our space and provide them a modern, clean finished basement.

A family in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, decided to finish their sizeable basement to be used as a gym space and play area for their kids. They originally began looking into this a year ago, but after meeting with another company they weren't interested in, they took a small break. Now, they are ready to work with us to make an amazing space.  We finished a total of 1,600 square feet of basement using a paintable basement system and our linen ceiling tiles. We added all new LED lights, decorative post surrounds, and electrical baseboard heat. We completed the space with our ThermalDry Elite plank flooring in grey.

A family living in Essex, Massachusetts, is looking to have their basement finished. Although it has been finished in part in the past, it needs a lot more work before becoming a usable space. They needed all new ceilings and for their stairs to be completely redone. Ultimately, they decided on our 2X2 foot linen ceiling tiles to span the entire area. For the stairs, we added oak risers and treads and a wall-mounted handrail. After the work was done, they were able to use the space as an office and a place for their children to spend time when they weren’t in school.

A homeowner in Essex, Massachusetts, contacted us to discuss flooring options in her basement. This homeowner was trying to find choices for a small room already built in her older home. Unfortunately, the existing flooring in the space was not waterproof and wouldn't be sustainable in a room she wanted to begin regularly using. We presented her with a few options in this space. The first was our ThermalElite Plank flooring, which we have in four colors and is our most popular choice. The second is our tile flooring. This can be slightly cheaper and offer a stone look that homeowners often choose for mudrooms but occasionally choose to place throughout their basements. The homeowner hasn't opted to begin this project yet, but is aware of her options when and if she decides to move forward.

These homeowners first contacted us through our online form, requesting that we look into finishing their basement ceilings, walls, and floors. When we spoke to them in greater detail, they were looking for a space to use as a recreational room and a three-quarter bathroom. We always present our process and options honestly and always want to make sure working with us is the best option for the homeowners. In this case, because the homeowners had a handy background, they opted to finish their basement themselves with a simplified version of their original idea. This is something we don't often recommend, as basement environments are tricky and require specific materials to stand the test of time. We are always happy to discuss a potential project and guide homeowners in making the best decisions for their space and budget. 

A young couple living in a home in Manchester-By-The-Sea chose us to finish their basement. We began this project by adding our paintable wall system, having it painted in ocean blue. We installed six new interior doors and one exterior door, all with nickel handles. We added electrical baseboard heat to each room, as well as recessed LED lights and a new smoke detector. We moved a pipe for plumbing several feet into the unfinished area, as well as a SaniDry XP air filtration system. Finally, we installed our ThermalDry Elite Plank flooring across the large and smaller rooms.

A couple lives in Cape Neddick, Maine, with their very friendly dog. They have owned the house for less than a year and are looking to address some of the existing problems in their basement. Before we can begin, we need to re-route their septic waste line. After that’s done, we can begin making their large space, which they plan to use as an office. We will use our paintable system and linen ceiling tiles. The stairs need to be redone, and a new mounted handrail, treads, and risers will be required. They will also need new flooring and a SaniDry XP air system.