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Converting A Finished Basement To A Bedroom Suite

February 23, 2011 by  
Filed under Bathroom Remodeling, Lower Level Finishing, Remodeling Projects

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We have just started work on a basement bedroom suite in Naperville.  The existing basement was one giant finished room.  We are splitting it in half and using half for the new bedroom, bathroom and walk-in closet.

One of the challenges in fitting a bedroom in a basement is having the code required window.  In this case we had to dig in a new window well and install a four foot square window.  This will allow for some natural light in the basement as well as allow for someone to escape if there is a fire or emergency.

The window well was dug out by hand (8 feet deep!) because there was not room to get a piece of excavation equipment around the side of the house.  This is very common for these situations and we usually end up hand digging the windows.

So far on this project the room has been stripped of old paneling, we have dug in the new window well, and we have cut up the floor and installed the new underground plumbing required for the bathroom.  Overall this project will take about 8 weeks.  Stay tuned for more updates.

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Bolingbrook Home Addition Underway

March 29, 2009 by  
Filed under Home Additions, Whole House Renovations

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PHOTO_ID_5318792410878106674″ src=”http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_GXGnXPJ9rDM/SdAlhHxu3DI/AAAAAAAAAGo/wbvOC2TOgao/s320/IMG_0348%5B1%5D” border=”0″ alt=”" />Spring has finally sprung and it’s time to build something! We recently got started on an addition in Bolingbrook. In this picture Bill is preparing to cut the existing concrete foundation wall to allow access to the new addition’s basement. Bill is standing where the new basement will be.

This project will add 14′ to the entire back of the home for an expanded kitchen and master bedroom. It will also make room for a larger family room in the basement. The kitchen will more than double in size. Fieldstone cabinets will be installed with a new high counter for entertaining. Large windows will be added in the kitchen gaining valuable natural light and the new ceiling will be vaulted adding a sense of volume that the current design lacks.
The laundry room will be moved up from the basement to the main level for convenience. The garage is also increasing in size and it will now be attached to the house. No more walking in the rain or snow to the car.
As you can see from the photo we just got started and will be working over the next three months to complete the project in time for a 4th of July party on the new deck! We’ll keep you posted on our progress.

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