{"id":38995,"date":"2020-01-29T16:40:21","date_gmt":"2020-01-29T16:40:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.renovationfind.com\/3-things-to-know-before-starting-your-edmonton-basement-renovation\/"},"modified":"2023-12-19T21:57:14","modified_gmt":"2023-12-19T21:57:14","slug":"3-things-to-know-before-starting-your-edmonton-basement-renovation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.renovationfind.com\/3-things-to-know-before-starting-your-edmonton-basement-renovation\/","title":{"rendered":"3 things to know before starting your\u00a0Edmonton basement renovation"},"content":{"rendered":"
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A basement renovation is a great way to add livable space and resale value to your home. Before you start with basement renovations, Edmonton<\/a> homeowners should read these 3 things to know from Four Elements Construction:<\/p>\n Basements are known for moisture and water issues. Before you start to finish the basement, have a contractor check for any potential trouble spots. Trouble areas might be around window seals, plumbing or even along the foundation. Tell-tale signs would be water stains or even noticeable drips. If there are cracks in the foundation, have that repaired before doing anything else. The last thing you want is to discover a water problem after the framing, insulation and drywall is in.<\/p>\n If they find water is getting in through the foundation, you might have an issue with the grading of your property. Although it\u2019s an expensive fix, it\u2019s something you\u2019ll have to deal with if there is flooding happening around the outside of the house. Otherwise you run the risk of flooding every time there is a quick snow melt or summer rainstorm. Learn about land grading near foundations<\/a>.<\/p>\nDeal with moisture issues first. <\/strong><\/h4>\n
Understand local building code. <\/strong><\/h4>\n