• Basement Finishing: Converts an unfinished, raw concrete space (exposed framing, bare foundation walls) into a brand-new habitable room for the first time by adding insulation, wiring, drywall, flooring, and trim.
• Basement Remodeling: Involves demolishing, altering, or reconfiguring an already finished lower level that has become dated, damaged, or poorly laid out, updating it with modern materials, open layouts, or new rooms (like adding a bathroom or media suite).

Yes, in most cases support posts can be removed, but because they support the floor joists and load-bearing structure of the floor above, they must be replaced with a properly engineered load-bearing beam. We collaborate with structural engineers to design steel I-beams or engineered glue-laminated (glulam) beams that can often be flush-mounted into the ceiling joists, giving you a completely wide-open floor plan.

Yes. Any basement remodel that involves altering electrical wiring, moving plumbing lines, removing walls, or changing room uses (such as adding a bedroom) requires building, electrical, and plumbing permits from the SDCI. Permitting ensures that structural changes, emergency egress, fire safety, and trade work comply with municipal codes. Levite Construction Co. manages all permit applications and city inspections for you.

If we uncover mold, rotted framing, or active foundation seepage when stripping away old basement drywall, we immediately pause work in that area to address the root cause. We document the discovery, remediate the mold, repair foundation cracks or install drainage systems, and replace rotted framing with treated lumber before applying new vapor barriers and insulation.

A finished or remodeled basement provides one of the highest returns on investment for home additions, expanding your usable living area without altering your home's exterior footprint. In the Seattle market, adding functional living space—especially an extra bedroom, bathroom, or secondary living suite—substantially increases appraisal value and market competitiveness.

Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP) is the gold standard for basement flooring. It is 100% waterproof, highly durable, resistant to subterranean temperature shifts, and available in realistic wood finishes. Paired with a thermal subfloor underlayment, it provides a warm, resilient, and easy-to-clean surface.

A comprehensive basement remodel typically takes 8 to 14 weeks of active construction, following a 3 to 5-week design, engineering, and permitting phase. The timeline depends on the extent of demolition, structural beam installation, and trade complexity (such as adding bathrooms or wet bars).

Remodeling an existing lower level requires specialized expertise in structural load transfer, mechanical trade re-routing, moisture control, and city permitting. Low-tier subcontractors often cut corners on structural framing or ignore code-required egress. Levite Construction Co. is a full-service, licensed design-build general contractor. We manage every phase under one roof—from architectural planning and engineering to master trade execution and finish carpentry—delivering a safe, luxurious lower level built to last for generations.