What Homeowners Need to Know About Basement Finishing

Most remodeling contractors have to rely on standard “off-the-shelf” building materials when they are hired to finish a basement. However, materials that perform well on upper levels of the home—wood studs, paper-faced gypsum board, plywood floor sheathing—don't do well in basements where moisture levels are higher.

We know this is true because our crews have removed dumpster loads of mold-damaged wood and wallboard from basements that were finished the wrong way.

At Mid-State Basement Systems we install the Total Basement Finishing System, which includes products for walls, floors, ceilings and more that are moisture resistant and built to handle even the toughest basement environments. We want to provide homeowners with the most-attractive, lowest-maintenance, longest-lasting products available for basement finishing. 

Wall panels 

Available with or without integral rigid foam insulation, our wall panels feature a textured vinyl surface that repels water and moisture, resists mold, and cleans easily.

Insulation

Unlike fiberglass batt insulation, our rigid foam basement insulation won't absorb moisture, compress, lose R-value, fall out of place or attract mold. It's the best way to make your basement more comfortable and more energy efficient.

Molding & Trim

Our solid vinyl molding eliminates any worries about peeling paint, mold and moisture damage.

Floor Matting

Made from waterproof, high-strength plastic, these interlocking floor tiles are the perfect underlayment for carpeting or sheet vinyl.

Flooring

Our flooring is available in tile and plank form, always with a plastic base that won't support mold growth or sustain moisture damage. Our simulated wood planks resemble genuine wood flooring, without the drawbacks of real wood.

Ceiling Tiles

Our tiles come with a 30-year warranty against sagging and a lifetime warranty against mold & mildew damage.

Basement Windows

Our high-quality vinyl windows won't ever rot, rust or require painting. We have standard size windows as well as oversize, egress windows that comply with code requirements for a basement bedroom.

In addition to being waterproof, our basement remodeling products are carefully engineered to install quickly without a lot of mess. Some of our wall systems, for example, attach directly to the foundation walls. Others slip into sturdy tracks. Our wall panels and ceiling tiles are prefinished, so there is no taping, compounding, priming, or painting.

We understand that many contracting jobs seem to go on forever. We wouldn't want our own houses under construction and a mess for an extended period, so we won't do it to you. With our basement finishing system, we can assure you that your project will be completed in a timely, cost-efficient manner with the highest quality products available.

We complete the entire job, from start to finish

From start to finish, Mid-State Basement Systems can transform your basement into a space you will be happy with. We begin by ensuring that your waterproofing system is working properly and is adequate. Our experienced craftsmen know how to overcome every basement remodeling obstacle, including tricky layouts, boxing out ducts, insulation, installing walls and ceilings, electrical and plumbing, heating and ventilation, dehumidification, finishing stairs and landings, and more. We'll take care of every aspect of the job.

We've seen it all and have the expertise to handle every situation. As a dealer of the Total Basement Finishing system, we can build a dry, spacious-feeling, well-lit, and safe finished basement that would make any homeowner proud.

If you live in Central Ohio and want your basement finished today, contact us for a free quote!