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Basement Finishing & Remodeling in Minneapolis-St. Paul | Garrett Construction
Transform your unfinished basement into beautiful, functional living space. Home theaters, guest suites, home offices, wet bars, and legal rental units — Garrett Construction handles every phase from permits to final paint throughout the Twin Cities.
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Complete Basement Finishing Services in the Twin Cities
A finished basement is one of the highest-ROI investments you can make in a Twin Cities home — adding 600–1,500 sq ft of livable space at a fraction of the cost of an addition. Garrett Construction self-performs framing, drywall, flooring, and painting, and manages licensed electricians, plumbers, and HVAC under one contract.
Legal Basement Bedroom
Code-compliant basement bedroom with egress window, proper ceiling height, closet, and electrical. Adds a legal bedroom to your appraised value and makes the space legally rentable.
Home Theater & Entertainment
Dedicated home theater rooms with soundproof insulation, stepped seating platforms, projector mounting, in-ceiling speaker blocking, and optimized lighting. The ultimate basement upgrade.
Basement Bathroom Addition
Full or half bath with below-slab plumbing rough-in, shower, vanity, and toilet. Our tile installation team handles all wet areas. A bathroom adds the most value of any single basement upgrade.
Wet Bar & Kitchenette
Custom wet bar, kitchenette, and bar area installation. Cabinetry, countertops, sink, plumbing, and under-counter refrigerator rough-in — the finishing touch for entertainment-focused basement builds.
Basement Waterproofing & Prep
Interior drain tile, sump pit, wall waterproofing, and vapor barrier. Minnesota basements finished over moisture problems become mold problems. We address water first, frame second — every time.
Why Choose Garrett Construction for Basement Finishing?
A basement finish involves every trade — framing, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, drywall, flooring, and paint. As your general contractor, we manage every one of them under one contract with one warranty.
Moisture-First Approach
We assess moisture before framing one stud. Minnesota basements finished over moisture problems become mold problems. We recommend and install waterproofing solutions before any finish work begins.
Full Permit & Inspection Management
All basement finishing requires permits in Minnesota. Our project management team pulls all permits, schedules every inspection, and ensures full code compliance — protecting your home's value.
Related Services for Your Basement Finish
Garrett Construction handles all of these under one contract for your basement finishing project.
Frequently Asked Questions About Basement Finishing
How much does it cost to finish a basement in Minneapolis?
Basement finishing in the Twin Cities typically costs $25–$55 per square foot for a full finish including framing, drywall, flooring, electrical, and paint. A 1,000 sq ft basement commonly runs $30,000–$55,000. Adding a bathroom adds $8,000–$15,000. Contact us for a free detailed estimate.
Do I need a permit to finish a basement in Minnesota?
Yes — basement finishing requires a building permit in all Minnesota municipalities covering framing, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work. Our project management team pulls all permits, schedules every inspection, and ensures full code compliance from start to finish.
What is the best flooring for a Minnesota finished basement?
Luxury vinyl plank (LVP) is our top recommendation — 100% waterproof and handles temperature fluctuations. We do not recommend solid hardwood or laminate in below-grade spaces. Visit our flooring installation page for a full breakdown of basement flooring options.
How long does basement finishing take?
A standard 1,000–1,500 sq ft basement typically takes 6–12 weeks from permit approval to final walkthrough. Timeline varies based on scope, permit processing times, and whether plumbing rough-in is required. We provide a detailed schedule during your free estimate.
What makes a basement bedroom legal in Minnesota?
A legal basement bedroom in Minnesota requires a minimum ceiling height of 7 feet, a closet, proper egress, and electrical. Most importantly, it requires a code-compliant egress window — a window large enough to climb out of in an emergency. We install egress windows as part of every basement bedroom project.
How much value does a finished basement add to a home?
In the Twin Cities market, a finished basement typically returns 60–75% of project cost in increased home value. A legal basement bedroom with egress window often returns 80–90% in appraised value increase — and significantly increases buyer appeal at resale.
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