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Basement Conversion
Do It For: Love
Estimated Cost for a Pro Job:
$40,000
ROI: 63%
Converting a basement to a living area is the very definition of a
project done for love. It instantly makes your home more
functional by giving you more living space — without increasing
your home's footprint. Just so you know, though, it can be a big-
ticket remodel. How to add more money to your love: Think about
how you'll use the space. Will you be working, throwing parties, or
watching Netflix? If you can make an open floor plan work, you'll
save the cost of framing, drywalling, and painting more rooms.
Skip the cost of a drop ceiling, and give your basement the flavor
of a downtown loft by painting the ceiling, ducts, and plumbing.
Speaking of plumbing, if you can run upstairs for the loo and your
wet bar doesn't actually need to be wet, skip the extra pipes and
save a bundle.
