The Basement Guide - An Average Homeowner's Guide to Building an Above Average Basement

This book will save you time and money during your basement remodeling project. However, it is not a "how to" book for specifics on construction, building, etc. This book serves as a guide to help you through the process of managing the project, and will increase your knowledge of how to approach the project.

The Basement Guide: the average homeowner's guide to creating above average basements. This book covers all of the major basement remodeling aspects by guiding you through an actual remodel. Permits, contractors, product info, and cost saving suggestions are all included, as well as a room by room guide to help you avoid some of the common pitfalls of basement remodeling. Written by an "average homeowner" it is an honest and clear explanation of the process with all the important pieces of information needed to make informed decisions. Whether you are doing it yourself, hiring a contractor, or a bit of both, The Basement Guide gives you the essentials of remodeling a basement and helpful hints for each room. It is not a "how to" guide or big book of designs. Instead, this guide goes well beyond the basics of remodeling, and provides details on home theaters, kitchens, online resources for planning, and most importantly, gets you thinking a few steps ahead to and outlines methods to get the most of your subterranean space.