Reno update

Well, the renos continue for me. I have shared with some people already about what occurred tonight. As you know I have been having a few contractors provide me with estimates for the basement and at the time with the deck. It seems the 4th one was the charm!! Last Monday, a pamphlet was at my door of a company specializing in basement renos and garages. Both peak my interest of course. The contractor, Robert, came the same day I called to come measure the basement of what would be for what type of flooring etc and what I want done for the basement. I am fortunate having a good open design in the basement making renos easier. So I am adding a bedroom (about the same size as the master suite upstairs as the new bedroom would be directly below it); full bathroom (with a tub); making an utility room; storage space under the stairs and an open concept rec room. Tonight, Robert came by with the exact amount for the basement reno and it is within my budget. I must say - I am so excited about having it complete. The framing begins August 15th and we are looking at around Sept 30th to have the whole project complete. The garage will have to be put off until next year at least, but it is nice to know what costs I am looking at for that reno project. I will keep you informed about my basement reno progress. It's the scrapbooker in me - take photos of the progress of the project.