Basements 4 You - Frequently Asked Questions

How does your process work?
How long will it take to finish my basement?
What is the cost per square foot?
What design work do you provide?
What are the costs of design work?
What forms of payment do you accept and what are the project payment terms?
What areas do you serve?
Are you licensed and insured?
Why do you employ hourly employees rather than solely using subcontractors?

How does your process work?
Your needs for your basement space are discussed and solutions are offered during our initial meeting with you. At that time we will provide you with a general price for the project. If the price meets your approval we sign a design agreement and begin the design phase. During the design phase we measure your basement (including existing pipes, beams and ductwork) and create plans. After plans and pricing are complete we invite you to come to our offices to have a virtual tour of the plans and go over the estimate. Small modifications are made to the plans at your request and the bid is modified accordingly. Once the plans/bid is finalized we sign a contract and project commencement dates are set.

You will receive a complete set of drawings and a schedule for the project before the project begins. The project schedule will show you what is happening on a daily basis and your site superintendent is available to answer any questions you may have. Timely inspections are made according to your jurisdiction’s local building requirements. Upon completion, your basement and basement windows are professionally cleaned for you.

How long will it take to finish my basement?
Most projects take about 6-8 weeks from start to finish. However, factors such as the size of your space and your choices in finished materials can affect the length of time to complete your project.

What is the cost per square foot?
This varies depending on the finishes you choose and other options chosen such as fireplaces, wet bars, saunas, etc.

What design work do you provide?
Design work includes measuring your basement and providing you with a CAD drawing. The design work also includes modifications to your plans, plan elevations, and assistance with finish material choices such as paint colors, cabinets, etc.

What are the costs of design work?
Design work is billed to you at an hourly rate. We do not charge you the design fee if you contract with us to proceed with the project.

What forms of payment do you accept and what are the project payment terms?
For your convenience, we accept cash and checks.

The first payment is due at contract signing as a deposit. The second is due upon completion of framing. The third is due upon completion of all rough-ins: plumbing, electric, and heating. The fourth is due upon completion of drywall. The fifth is due upon completion of interior doors and trim. And the final payment of roughly 10% of the contract is due before occupancy upon the job presentation walk-through.

What areas do you serve?
We serve the Northern Colorado Regions of Fort Collins, Loveland, Windsor and Wellington.

Are you licensed and insured?
Yes

Why do you employ hourly employees rather than solely using subcontractors?
Our hourly employees are clean-cut and educated individuals. We are proud of them and know they will abide by our high company standards while giving you the best product and service. In addition, having our own employees on the job-site helps control some of the most common construction nuisances such as noise, cigarette usage/disposal, and loud music. In addition, having a Basements 4 You employee at your home during the construction process provides you with a company representative to go to with questions.