Basement Build Out Package

Basement Build-Out Project Questionnaire

Thank you for considering BCSMI Builders. This questionnaire helps us understand your existing basement, vision, priorities, budget, and timeline before our discovery meeting. Please complete what you can and attach any floor plans, measurements, inspiration photos, or property information you already have. Completing this questionnaire does not obligate you to proceed and is not a construction estimate or contract. Any early budget guidance will be based on the information and assumptions available at that time.

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1. Homeowner and Project Contact Information

Homeowner 1 — Full name(Required)

First Last

Homeowner 2 — Full name

First Last

Primary phone(Required)

Primary email(Required)

Preferred contact method

Phone

Text

Best time to contact

Current mailing address

Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country

How did you hear about BCSMI Builders?

Who will be involved in project decisions?

2. Property and Existing Basement Information

Project address(Required)

Township / city

Occupancy and property use

We own and occupy the home

Home is a rental / investment property

Home is currently vacant

Home will remain occupied during work

Approximate basement square footage

Year home was built, if known

Water

Public water

Private well

Sewer

Public sewer

Private septic

Fuel

Natural gas

Propane / other fuel

Electrical / utilities

Electric panel/service known

Utilities / service not verified

Known basement conditions or concerns

Examples: water intrusion, dampness, foundation cracks, low ceilings, sump pump, floor drains, radon concerns, mold, asbestos/lead concerns, existing finishes, or prior repairs.

3. Plans, Measurements and Design Status

Design status

We have a basement floor plan

We have measurements / a sketch

We have inspiration photos only

We need help developing the layout

We are working with a designer/architect

We have not started the design

Designer / architect name and contact

Plan / sketch name or approximate date

Documents already available

Basement floor plan / sketch

Basement measurements

Existing plumbing information

Photos of existing basement

Structural engineering

Insulation / energy information

Original / existing-home plans

None available yet

Links to plans, inspiration boards, product selections, or shared folders

4. Basement Goals and Desired Scope

Approximate area to be finished

Approximate ceiling height

Bedrooms / sleeping rooms

Example: 1 bedroom plus office

Bathrooms

Example: 1 full or 1 half bath

Finish scope

Finish entire basement

Finish a portion of basement

Existing finished areas remain

Demolition of existing finishes

New interior partition walls

Layout not yet determined

Desired rooms and spaces

Family / living room

Bedroom / guest room

Home office

Exercise / gym area

Wet bar / kitchenette

Bathroom

Laundry area

Mechanical room enclosure

Storage / closets

Under-stair storage

Specialty / hobby space

Egress

New egress window(s)

Existing egress is adequate

Ceiling preference

Drywall ceiling

Drop / suspended ceiling

Open / painted ceiling

Describe the finished basement you are envisioning

Include room layout, intended uses, ceiling preference, flooring, lighting, storage, special features, and how you want the basement to feel.

What are your five most important must-haves?

List up to five must-haves.

What would you be willing to simplify or postpone if needed to protect the budget?

5. Finish Level and Special Features

Overall finish level

Practical / value-focused

Mid-range / upgraded

High-end custom

Not sure—would like guidance

Special features of interest

Bar / kitchenette cabinetry

Stone / quartz countertops

Mini fridge / appliance package

Tile shower

Specialty flooring

Built-ins or feature walls

Fireplace / electric fireplace

Decorative / specialty ceilings

Smart-home / AV features

Home theater / media features

Sound insulation / soundproofing

Accessibility / aging-in-place features

Specific products, styles, or features you already know you want

6. Investment and Financing

A realistic investment range helps us recommend the right scope, layout, and finish level. It also prevents unnecessary design and estimating work on a basement build-out that cannot be completed within the intended budget.

Target investment range

Under $25,000

$25,000–$50,000

$50,000–$75,000

$75,000–$100,000

$100,000–$150,000

$150,000+

Not yet established

Prefer to discuss

Financing approach

Renovation / construction loan

Cash / self-funded

Home equity loan / HELOC

Financing not yet arranged

Prequalified with a lender

Would like financing recommendations

Lender / contact, if selected

Does this range include owner-supplied items?

Yes

Not applicable

Costs you expect to pay directly or outside the builder contract

Examples: appliances, plumbing fixtures, flooring, cabinets, countertops, furniture, AV equipment, owner-supplied materials, or specialty features.

7. Timing and Decision Priorities

Ideal construction start

Ideal project completion date

Preferred start window

Start as soon as reasonably possible

Start within 3–6 months

Start within 6–12 months

More than 12 months away

Timeline is flexible

Is there a firm deadline or event driving the schedule?

Examples: tenant turnover, family event, holiday, refinance, planned move, permit timing, or another renovation phase.

Decision priorities (select all that apply)

Staying within budget

Overall design and appearance

Finished square footage / room count

Upgraded finishes

Comfort / energy efficiency

Fastest reasonable schedule

Long-term durability

Future resale / rental value

Please rank your top three priorities

8. Current Situation and Additional Information

Occupancy and access during construction

Home will be occupied during construction

Basement is currently in use

Basement can be cleared before work

We can remain in the home during construction

Temporary access restrictions are a concern

No occupancy / access concern

Have you spoken with or received pricing from another contractor?

Yes

If yes, what did you learn?

What concerns or questions do you have about finishing or remodeling the basement?

Anything else you would like us to know before we meet?

9. Attachments Checklist

Please send any available items with this questionnaire. It is completely fine if some items do not exist yet.

Attachments you are including

Basement floor plan or sketches

Basement measurements

Photos of existing basement

Waterproofing / foundation information

Utility / mechanical information

Architect or engineer documents

Inspiration photos or links

Finish/product wish list

Permit / prior inspection information

10. Acknowledgment and Next Step

By submitting this questionnaire, you confirm that the information provided is accurate to the best of your knowledge. BCSMI Builders will review the information and contact you regarding the appropriate next step, which may include a discovery meeting, site verification, trade walkthroughs, layout development, or preliminary budget alignment.

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Acknowledgment(Required)

After review, our goal is to help you understand whether the basement conditions, desired scope, investment range, and timeline are reasonably aligned before substantial design and estimating work begins.

I confirm that the information provided is accurate to the best of my knowledge, and I understand that completing this questionnaire does not obligate me to proceed and is not a construction estimate or contract.

BCSMI reviews your questionnaire and attachments.
We schedule a discovery conversation with the key decision-makers.
We identify missing site, scope, budget, or feasibility information.
If the project appears aligned, we outline the path toward preliminary budgeting, trade pricing, and pre-construction services.