Basement Finishing in Eagle Mountain, UT

You bought a home with a big unfinished basement. We help you turn that empty concrete shell into the family room, extra bedroom, or rental apartment your house has been missing. Local crews, clear pricing, and work that passes inspection.

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Finished basements built for Utah County families

More room to live, without the cost of moving

Most homes in this area were built fast, and the builder left the basement as bare concrete and open framing. That space is already paid for. It already has a roof, walls, and a foundation. Finishing it is the lowest cost way to add real square footage to your home, often for a fraction of what an addition or a move to a bigger house would run.

A finished basement gives your family somewhere to spread out. Maybe you need a quiet bedroom for a teenager, a guest suite for visiting parents, or a big open family room for movie nights and game day. Some homeowners want a basement apartment they can rent out to help cover the mortgage. We build all of it, and we keep you in the loop at every step so there are no surprises.

Our work covers the whole job: framing, insulation, electrical, plumbing, drywall, flooring, trim, paint, and the final inspection. You get one crew that owns the project from the first measurement to the day you walk down the stairs into a finished space.

Before and after of a Utah basement, from unfinished concrete to finished living space

What we build

Basement finishing services

Whatever you picture for the space downstairs, we can frame it, finish it, and make it feel like the rest of your home.

Finished basement lounge with a linear fireplace and a mounted TV

Full Basement Finishing

Open family rooms, living areas, and entertaining space with flooring, lighting, and a layout that fits how your family actually uses the room.

Basement ADU apartment living area with a sofa and an adjoining kitchenette

Basement Apartments & ADUs

Full apartments and in-law suites with a kitchen, bathroom, bedrooms, and a private entrance. A smart way to add rental income or house family.

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Finished basement bathroom with a frameless walk-in shower and a floating vanity

Basement Bathrooms

Adding a bathroom downstairs makes the whole level livable. We handle the plumbing, tile, and fixtures for a clean, modern result.

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Custom basement home theater with tiered recliner seating and a projector screen

Home Theaters

Tiered seating, the right wiring, and cozy lighting for a real movie room the whole family will fight over on Friday nights.

Modern basement wet bar with a quartz counter, bar stools, and floating shelves

Wet Bars & Kitchenettes

A wet bar or kitchenette turns a basement into a true entertaining space, with cabinets, counters, a sink, and room for a fridge.

Bright basement bedroom with a large egress window and plush carpet

Bedrooms & Egress Windows

A legal bedroom needs a proper egress window for safe exit. We cut, frame, and install the window and build the bedroom around it.

Also building home offices, gyms, playrooms, and storage rooms. Tell us what you have in mind and we will price it out.

How it works

A straightforward process, start to finish

1

Free estimate

We visit your home, measure the space, and listen to what you want. Then you get a written quote with clear line items.

2

Design & permit

We finalize the layout, lock in your finishes, and pull the city building permit so everything is approved before we start.

3

Build

Framing, electrical, plumbing, drywall, flooring, and trim. One crew, a clear schedule, and a clean job site every day.

4

Walkthrough

We pass final inspection, walk the finished space with you, and fix any small item before you sign off and move in.

Real numbers, not vague promises

Basement finishing cost in Utah County

Most finished basements run about $35 to $75 per square foot, depending on the finishes you choose and how much plumbing the project needs. Here is what typical projects cost in this area.

Basic Finished Space

$30,000 to $55,000

  • One large open living area
  • Flooring, paint, and recessed lighting
  • Framing, insulation, and drywall
  • Great for a family or rec room

Most popular

Mid-Range Finish

$55,000 to $90,000

  • Living area plus a bedroom
  • A full bathroom with a shower
  • Egress window for a legal bedroom
  • Storage and upgraded finishes

Basement Apartment / ADU

$90,000 to $160,000+

  • Full kitchen and bathroom
  • One or two bedrooms with egress
  • Separate entrance and fire separation
  • Ready to rent or house family

Common add-ons: a new basement bathroom runs about $9,000 to $18,000, a wet bar or kitchenette runs about $6,000 to $20,000, and a code-compliant egress window runs about $3,500 to $6,500 installed.

These are starting estimates for planning. Your real price depends on the size of the basement, the finishes you pick, and the existing plumbing rough-ins. We give you a firm written quote after a free in-home visit.

Finished basement staircase with a modern railing leading into a living area

Why homeowners hire us

A local team that does the job right

Picking a contractor for a project this size is a big decision, and you deserve to know exactly who you are working with. We live and work in this part of Utah County, so we know the local builders, the soil, and the city inspectors. That local knowledge keeps your project moving and helps us spot problems before they cost you money.

  • One point of contact. You always know who to call, and we answer.
  • Clear written quotes. Line items you can read, with no hidden fees bolted on later.
  • Permits and inspections handled. We pull the permit and meet the inspector so the work is legal and safe.
  • Clean, respectful crews. We protect your home, sweep up daily, and treat your house like our own.
  • Honest timelines. We tell you how long it will take and keep you posted if anything changes.
Finished basement home gym with rubber flooring, a mirror wall, and a squat rack

Basement finishing ideas

Popular ways to use the space downstairs

A blank basement can become almost any room your family needs. These are the projects homeowners ask us about most, and a quick note on what makes each one work below grade.

Home gym. Basements stay cool and quiet, which is ideal for workouts. We add rubber flooring, a mirrored wall, and bright lighting so you can skip the gym membership.

Home office. A finished basement office keeps you away from the noise upstairs. We run the wiring, outlets, and lighting you need for video calls and long work days.

Playroom and rec room. Durable flooring and built-in storage give kids a place to spread out, while the rest of the house stays tidy.

Guest and in-law suite. A bedroom, a bathroom, and a small sitting area give visiting family their own private space without crowding the main floor.

From bare concrete to finished room

What a basement finish includes

Finishing a basement is more than hanging drywall. Here is the work that goes into a complete, code-ready job.

Framing and moisture control

We frame the interior walls and any exterior walls that still show concrete. Proper insulation and a moisture-smart wall build keep a finished basement dry and comfortable through Utah winters.

Electrical and plumbing

Outlets, switches, recessed lighting, and any new plumbing for a bathroom, wet bar, or kitchen. This is where a clean rough-in saves you headaches later.

Drywall, flooring, and trim

Hung and finished drywall, your choice of flooring, doors, baseboards, and casing, then a coat of paint. We finish with a deep clean before the final walkthrough.

Want the full picture for your home? Request a free estimate and we will walk you through every line.

Where we work

Proudly serving Eagle Mountain and nearby cities

Our crews work across the western side of Utah County. If you live in one of these communities, we can finish your basement.

Eagle Mountain The Ranches Cedar Valley Saratoga Springs Lehi American Fork Pleasant Grove Highland Utah County

Not sure if you are in our area? Call (801) 555-0147 and ask.

Good questions to ask

Basement finishing FAQs

Most finished basements in Utah County run about $35 to $75 per square foot. A basic open living space usually lands between $30,000 and $55,000. A mid-range finish with a bedroom and a full bathroom runs about $55,000 to $90,000. A full basement apartment with a kitchen and a separate entrance starts around $90,000 and can pass $160,000 for a larger, higher-end build.

A standard basement finish takes about four to eight weeks once your permit is approved. If the plan includes a kitchen, a second bathroom, or a separate apartment entrance, expect eight to twelve weeks because of the extra plumbing, electrical, and inspections involved.

Yes. Finishing a basement is a permitted project in Eagle Mountain, and any bedroom you add must have a code-compliant egress window for safe exit. We pull the city building permit, schedule the inspections, and handle the paperwork so the finished space is legal, safe, and ready to appraise.

It usually does. A finished basement adds usable square footage and tends to return roughly 70 percent of its cost at resale in this market. If you build a legal apartment or rental suite, it can also bring in monthly income, which shortens the time it takes to earn back what you spent.

Yes. We build basement apartments and accessory dwelling units with a full kitchen, a bathroom, bedrooms with egress windows, a separate entrance, and the fire separation the code requires for a rental or in-law suite. Read more on our basement apartment and ADU page.

We serve the western Utah County area, including Saratoga Springs, Lehi, The Ranches, Cedar Valley, American Fork, and the surrounding communities. Give us a call and we will confirm we cover your neighborhood.

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