Skip to content   How To Finish A Basement?  Finishing your
basement can be a challenge, but it is a doable project. If you
find a step of the process too complicated to attempt on your
own, consult with a contractor. You might want to hire someone
to complete some parts of your basement project. You will have
plenty of do-it-yourself tasks to complete, even if you delegate
some of the work to professionals. Once you finish the project,
your basement will be a place where you and your family will
love to spend time.  1. Check For Water  The first thing you
need to do when finishing your basement is to check for signs of
water. Feel along the edges of the basement floor. If you feel
any dampness, water is somehow finding its way into your home’s
basement. The best time to check for leaking water is right
after a heavy rain.  2. Waterproof Your Basement  If you do find
signs of water leakage, you need to fix the problem before you
start finishing your basement. If you finish your basement
without fixing the wat