Learn More › An unfinished basement ... floor options can increase your comfort without requiring a lot of work. 1. Lay down foam mats. Most unfinished basements have a poured concrete floor.

We have had projects where two carefully placed sump pumps that discharge to the outside have kept a basement from flooding.

But, make no mistake about it: Finishing a basement is a big ... drill and anchor them with concrete screws. Nail 2x4 blocking about every 3 feet into the first floor joist to support the top ...