
A basement remodel is an easy and cost-effective way to add living space to your home without cutting into your yard or garden. A basement remodel usually costs about a third as much as an addition, and can be completed much faster because the mechanicals, foundation, and outside walls are already in place - and there’s no need for re-landscaping.
The remodeled areas can be transformed into new living quarters, a guest room, a playroom for children or a retreat for teenagers. You can remodel your basement to give you additional areas for entertaining or for family activities.
There are many options for flooring. Tile, marble, and other natural or ceramic finishes can be cold. But area rugs can help keep feet warm. Or consider heated masonry, which is more expensive, but also helps reduce humidity. Vinyl floors are a cheap, quick and easy option, but they often look that way too! Carpet has its proponents and detractors. Some recommend carpeting because it’s warm and soft, and comes in a variety of styles and colors. Others advise against carpeting your basement because it retains moisture, making it an ideal place for mold, mildew and dust mites to live, and contributing to “basement smell.”
source: contractors.com