Are you considering building a bathroom in your basement? Before you head to Hardware stores to purchase materials or start getting contractors for the task, there are many essential aspects to consider.
Adding multiple bathrooms makes your house appear more appealing to potential buyers. A bathroom in the basement can benefit your family since it will stop having to share a bathroom each morning. Bathrooms in basements are also ideal for guests because they are equipped with their bathrooms when guests visit. Not only can adding a bathroom to the basement make you happier with your house. However, it can increase the value of your home as well.
Ottawa Home Pros is the most preferred basement building team for installing a bathroom in your home. However, suppose you plan to install a bathroom in the basement. In that case, it needs to be done correctly by experienced basement contractors.
Here’s a short checklist of some points to consider before moving ahead with your basement bathroom. There is also some simple basement finishing ideas.
Hire a Professional
Adding a bathroom in the basement has many advantages, but you must take it seriously. Be sure to plan your project correctly and get all the required permits. Engaging an expert is one method of ensuring that permits and plans are executed right. Basement bathrooms are an intricate job, so it’s best to take advantage of our knowledge.
Ventilation in Basement Bathroom
Proper ventilation is vital in basement bathrooms. If you do not take care of this crucial stage of the process, you’ll be unable to get rid of moisture from the bathroom, which could leave you with a mold issue. Employing a contractor for basement renovations is the best choice since adding vents may require cutting through the walls, concrete, or other materials that are difficult to cut through.
Flooring to Finish Basement Bathroom
Tile is the most popular option for flooring for basement bathrooms; however, what’s beneath the tiles can be equally crucial. Bathroom contractors specializing in basement building will likely install an uncoupling membrane between the tile and the concrete. It helps to avoid cracking. In the absence of the membrane, the wild variations in temperature throughout the year can cause the tile to be pulled and pushed in various directions, resulting in breaking.
The membrane allows the concrete and tile subfloors to move independently of each and reduces the risk of cracks and severe damage to your floor tile.
Remember, when it comes to flooring for the basement, choose laminate or tile. Hardwood isn’t the ideal option. It’s because, in the event of an emergency flood inside your basement, the wood could get distorted. At the same time, laminate and tile hold up to water quite well.
Lighting Options
In most basements, the lighting options are usually limited due to low ceiling heights. Beware of hanging lighting fixtures and opt for the recessed lighting options, such as pot lighting. Pot lights provide the amount of light you want without forcing you or your guests to need to duck around every corner. It is also possible to install one in your bathroom as there is no chance of having windows. Make sure it’s approved to get used in areas prone to water, like showers. It’s also totally safe if it’s correctly installed and sealed by a professional basement renovation expert.
Basement Toilet
If your basement does not have a roughed drain to allow water flow, you’ll need to have a professional plumber hook it to your new line. It’ll need a proper venting system, which will require cutting through different layers of drywall, concrete, and roofing products.
In older houses, the main sewerage line may be above the main level of your basement. Therefore, to bring the sewage down to street level, you’ll have to install an ejector pump for sewage. The toilet paper and waste get pumped into a drum buried in the concrete subfloor. It gets shredded before the motor pumps it to the main sewage line.
Contact Us
With so many aspects to consider when making a basement bathroom, do not leave anything to chance. Contact the experienced basement builders from Ottawa Home Pros to get the job done correctly! To schedule your consultation, call (613) 288-9145 or email info@ottawahomepros.com.
