Basement Remodeling & Finishing in Truro, MA
Best Deal Home Group is a basement remodeling contractor for homes in Truro, MA, including Truro Center and North Truro. We do basement remodeling and finishing, including egress windows, and homeowners rate us 5.0 stars from 46 Google reviews. We serve Truro and the rest of the Outer 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 Truro homes
Truro houses sit on dunes, bluffs and open ground with little between them and the weather. Constant wind and salt mean siding, decks and roofs here need corrosion-resistant fasteners, careful flashing and materials chosen for exposure rather than looks alone.
About two thirds of Truro's homes are seasonal, the highest share in the area, and the zoning bylaw describes Beach Point as an area of traditional vacation cottages. Many of these houses need work done while the owners are away, and a roof that will hold through a winter no one is there to watch.
Truro controls house size in two ways. In the Seashore District, gross floor area is limited by right to 3,600 square feet on 3 acres, adjusted by 200 square feet per acre, and in the Residential District a separate cap applies. Site plan review is required for larger additions, so we confirm the numbers before design.
What homeowners say on Google
“BDHI renovated our basement into livable space, built an office, rebuilt our deck, reshingled, as well as many other projects. After procuring several estimates theirs was the most detailed, clear and fairly priced.”
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
Truro Building Department
24 Town Hall Road, Truro, MA 02666
508-349-7004 ext. 131
Atlantic Ocean, Cape Cod Bay, Pamet Harbor, Pamet River, Pilgrim Lake
ZIP codes 02666, 02652
FAQ
Basement Remodeling & Finishing in Truro, MA: common questions
Do I need a permit for basement remodeling & finishing in Truro?
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 Truro, permits go through the Truro Building Department at 24 Town Hall Road, Truro, MA 02666, 508-349-7004 ext. 131.
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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