Our Kansas City Basement Finishing Process

Step 1: Remove Old Materials

Sometimes we visit a basement, that has an old basement finishing system the homeowner would like removed before the new work begins. Drywall, wood, linoleum flooring, and many other materials are notorious for growing mold and being damaged by in a humid basement environment.

If you have utilities or other things that need to be removed, let us know. If it's something we can't move, we'll be sure to recommend a great professional in your area.

Step 2: Install Windows, Wells, & Staircases

Once the basement is clear, we can get started on our basement renovation work. We usually start by getting the basement stairs ready so they're ready for the basement walls when we install them.

If you haven't heard about our basement window wells, be sure to ask your TBF of Johnson County representative! Window wells are a small addition that can add natural sunlight in your finished basement space.

Step 3: Install Wall System & Doors

Our first step in installing our basement walls is the fire blocking. Our basement wall system has a Class A fire rating -- the best there is!

Next, we customize our walls to work with the windows and create wire channels for electrical outlets and light switches. Finished basement doors are installed on the closets and between rooms.

For a clean installation, we either cut our basement wall systems outdoors, or we cut them indoors with a vacuum/saw combination. This helps reduce dust.

Step 4: Install Drop Ceiling & Lighting

Then, we box out the girders and beams to accept our wire frames, and we plan your basement ceiling to work around vents and obstacles.

We like to install the crown molding for our ceiling tiles before actually hanging the dropped ceiling.

Before installing the tiles themselves, we make sure all basement lighting is in place.

Our basement ceiling tiles include a 30-year warranty against sagging and mold, so you can count on them to stay beautiful for a very long time.

Step 5: Place Flooring & Underlayment

Once the walls and ceiling are installed, we sweep up and install your finished flooring.

All our basement flooring options are installed without grout or adhesives, and are ready to use the minute they're installed.

If you have an uneven floor, we will often use a one-mil underlayment, to help dampen any noise caused by floor and foundation shifting.

Step 6: Add Trim & Finishing Touches

At Total Basement Finishing of Johnson County, we never forgo the finishing touches. We have several designs for base trim and casing for your walls and doors.

Additionally, many of our homeowners request special finishing touches in their home, such as shelving, TV mounts, or mounted wall lights.

Every basement we finish is a unique creation, made especially by the homeowner to fit exactly what they want.

Step 7: The Cleanup

Our job is never over until your basement is sparkling clean. After the installation is complete, we give the space a once-over, making sure that all dust and debris is out of your newly-finished space.

We'll take care of the removal of any debris or old material that came from your previous basement finishing -- we want you to be able to start enjoying your renovated basement space right away.

If you'd like a FREE basement finishing estimate for your Kansas home, we're ready to help you! Call or e-mail us today!