Basement Costs
What are the costs of a basement?
There are many different factors which affect the cost of basements whether that be its size, lighting system, external access or further additions such as underfloor heating. Here at Basement Builder we work with you to understand what your budget is and how we can responsibly create your dream basement without breaking the bank.
For further information, please consult the below section to understand which basement factors can affect the cost of its construction:
What factors affect the cost of a basement?
- How many light wells are required and how large do they need to be?
- Is External access required?
- What is the desired headroom? (This typically varies from 2.2m to 3.5m generally)
- What internal lighting is required?
- Is drainage needed for showers and/or toilet facilities?
- Do you require underfloor heating?
What type of waterproofing system is required? - What level of access do we have to the basement for the removal of spoil and the
- Storage of materials during the works?
- What are the ground conditions like? Is the floor below the water table?
For further information tailored to your specific requirements please feel free to contact us via the Free Consultation section found below.
How much does a basement cost?
These are just a few of the factors to consider but some rough guideline costs are as follows and is obviously dependent on size, ground conditions, etc.
- Reducing the floor level in a 2 room basement, underpinning the walls and fitting lightwells, approx £80,000 – £120,000
- Excavating a retrofit basement or basement digout where no basement exists, underpinning the walls etc, for 2/3 rooms and a shower room from £100,000 – £150,000
- Excavating and casting a basement on a new built property, from £150,000
- Excavating and installing a basement swimming pool and gym from £400,000
For further information tailored to your specific requirements please feel free to contact us via the Free Consultation section found below.
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