How to Renovate a Basement?

My basement has been used as storage space since time immemorial and recently, I decided to renovate it. To get some ideas, I did some research ons how to renovate a Basement. I learned that the first step is to think about what I actually wanted to make out of the basement and then draft a detailed plan. 

What are the Steps for Renovating A Basement?

Here is what I learned from my research. 

• The next step is to check for signs of moisture. The foundation walls, floor and cracks contribute most of the moisture in the basement.

• Following that, it’s necessary to check the structure of the supporting post. 

• Considering the electrical and plumbing needs and deciding on the type of insulation, comes next. The insulation is done to avoid moisture problems. 

• Framing the walls comes next and before that it's very necessary to ensure the foundation walls are sealed. 

• The final step is to choose the flooring and I learned that vinyl flooring is the best. 

After my research, I felt that it would be time consuming and requires a lot of energy. To make it easier for me, I decided to opt for

. Hope this helps.