Here are answers to the questions our design consultants get asked the most. Be sure to visit other pages on our Web site to see some of the Owens Corning finished basements and learn more about this fabulous new Owens Corning Basement Finishing System™ that makes it faster and
easier to transform your basement space.
Q. Will the Owens Corning Basement Finishing System™ waterproof my basement?
A. The Owens Corning Basement Finishing System™ is moisture resistant; it will accommodate a high-humidity environment in your basement. However, if you have an existing problem with water coming into your basement, you should have it fixed before installing the Owens Corning Basement Finishing System™.
Q. How long does it take to finish the basement?
A. Typically we can have an average size basement completely finished in just 2 weeks.
Q. Why is the Owens Corning Basement Finishing System™ better than drywall?
A. There are many ways our system is better for your home. Drywall is extremely messy to put up, creates lots of dust that can be hazardous to the air quality in your home, and takes 3-4 times as long to put up as the Owens Corning Basement Finishing System™. Drywall easily dents if something is bumped against it; our walls don't. Drywall does not resist moisture that is common in basements unlike the Owens Corning Basement Finishing System™ which will not retain moisture. And, drywall seals off your access to pipes and wiring. The Owens Corning Basement Finishing System™ walls are easily removed so you can get to pipes and wires without any damage to your basement.
Q. Why isn't the Owens Corning Basement Finishing System™ available in home improvement stores?
A. Owens Corning allows only certified professionals to install the Owens Corning Basement Finishing System™, so you can only get it from companies that have been authorized and selected by them.
Q. Will the Owens Corning Basement Finishing System™ work for any basement?
A. Sometimes homes with lower than normal basement ceilings are not a good match for an Owens Corning Basement Finishing System™. However, most homes are. When we do your free design consultation we can tell you if your basement is a good match.
Q. What if my basement is damp?
A. A basement can have moisture in the air if it isn't dehumidified. That is why homeowners really love the Owens Corning Basement Finishing System™. The Owens Corning Basement Finishing System™ was developed using products and materials that allow air to pass through so moisture doesn't get trapped. The result is a basement that is comfortable, pleasant, and beautiful.
Q. How much does it cost?
A. The price depends on the size of your basement and the choices you make. However, finishing your basement is an investment that will be worthwhile. Finishing your basement with the Owens Corning Basement Finishing System™ can help save energy costs* plus, according to Remodeling Magazine's 2006 Cost vs. Value Report, up to 76% of the cost of finishing your basement can be recouped in the first year adding value to your home.
*Savings vary. Find out why in the seller's fact sheet on R-Values. Higher R-values mean greater insulating power. The seller's fact sheet is available from you basement design consultant.
Q. Will the Owens Corning Basement Finishing System™ support mold growth?
A. The Owens Corning Basement Finishing System™ resists mold growth allowing air and moisture to pass through without getting trapped.**
**While the materials and design of the Owens Corning Basement Finishing System™ resist mold and mildew, the System cannot prevent or mitigate mold if the conditions necessary for mold growth otherwise exist in your basement.
Q. What should I do first?
A. The first thing is to have a professional Owens Corning Basement Finishing System™ consultant come to your home to look at your basement and tell you about your finishing and design options. Click here to Get a FREE Basement Design Consultation. Or, if you prefer, call us at 1-800-639-7722.
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