Basement Remodeling & Finishing in Harwich, MA
Best Deal Home Group is a basement remodeling contractor for homes in Harwich, MA, including Harwich Center, Harwich Port, West Harwich, East Harwich and Pleasant Lake. We do basement remodeling and finishing, including egress windows, and homeowners rate us 5.0 stars from 46 Google reviews. We serve Harwich and the rest of the Lower Cape from our office in Centerville.
5.0 stars from 46 Google reviews · Licensed and fully insured · Office in Centerville, MA · Free written estimates · A dedicated crew for each trade
Basement Remodeling & Finishing for Harwich homes
Harwich's south shore faces Nantucket Sound, with Allen, Wychmere and Saquatucket harbors and the Herring River cutting inland. Homes near the water are built for summer living, so decks, porches and outdoor showers take as much weather as the roof does.
Close to half of Harwich homes have been seasonal or occasional residences. On a summer house the goal is a deck and exterior that can sit closed up all winter and look right in June: composite or PVC decking, stainless hardware, and trim that will not cup or rot.
Harwich Center has a local historic district along Main and Parallel Streets, and the town reviews demolition of any building 100 years or older. Both are worth knowing about before an addition or a major exterior change on an older house.
What homeowners say on Google
“Amazing work at our house in Falmouth. Finished 2 rooms in basement, added entryway and half bath. Built from scratch beautiful staircase replacing old dangerous spiral staircase. DJonathan is an excellent communicator, sent us weekly video updates.”
How we handle basement finishing
Most Cape Cod homes have unfinished basements that are used for storage and nothing else. That's some of the most underutilized square footage in the house. A finished basement can become a family room, a home office, a guest suite, a gym, or all of the above.
What's Included
- Framing & insulation
- Drywall & finishing
- LVP, carpet & tile flooring
- Egress window installation
- Built-in shelving & storage
- Home office & gym layouts
- Guest suite & bathroom rough-in
- Free estimates, no obligation
Harwich Building Department
Town Hall, 732 Main Street, Harwich, MA 02645
508-430-7506
Nantucket Sound, Allen Harbor, Wychmere Harbor, Saquatucket Harbor, Herring River, Long Pond
ZIP codes 02645, 02646, 02656, 02661, 02671
FAQ
Basement Remodeling & Finishing in Harwich, MA: common questions
Do I need a permit for basement remodeling & finishing in Harwich?
Finishing a basement needs a building permit, and the electrical and plumbing work is permitted separately by the licensed trades. If the new space adds a bedroom, the septic system has to be sized for it under the state's Title 5 rules. In Harwich, permits go through the Harwich Building Department at Town Hall, 732 Main Street, Harwich, MA 02645, 508-430-7506.
Can every Cape Cod basement be finished?
Most can, but moisture has to be dealt with first. If the basement takes on water, has standing puddles or stays damp, the source needs to be fixed through grading, gutters, crack repair or drainage before anything is finished. Ceiling height and egress for any bedroom are the other two things we check.
What flooring is best for a basement?
Luxury vinyl plank (LVP) and tile are the safest choices because they are not damaged by occasional moisture. Carpet can work in a dry basement with a proper subfloor. Solid hardwood is not recommended below grade.
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