I have been contemplating for the last week or so about moving to a new house. I really think it is a good opportunity for our family. It is a 4 bedroom house with a partial unfinished basement. That is the thing though. When I went to view the house the previous owner had already started finishing the basement but decided to move to New York. But, he is leaving all of the materials for finishing the basement. Now, I do know a guy who actually used to build houses but I really think I can do this myself. Of course it will take a little time. Not to mention the kids being around. But, I have been watching a couple of DIY clips on the Internet about drywall and adding walls to your basement and it looks like I can do it. I always say, "if someone else can do it, then I can do it too". But my question to myself of course is am I in way over my head. Should I just pass on this house with this great opportunity to finish this basement however I would like it or should I go ahead and take on the challenge. I have actually contacted the agent and told her to send the application and everything. I don't know what to do though. This is something I have always wanted to do too. And who would have thought this situation would present itself to me. I really need some kind of sign. I keep thinking about after I get everything done. How it will be such a sense of accomplishment and it will be exactly how I want it to be. I have even drawn up a layout of the whole basement. I'll just call it a layout because I can't draw to safe my life and it has no dimensions or anything on it. It is a very rough draft. But hell, I can understand it. I even thing the project will be fun. What do I have to lose? Oh I don't know though. Told you I was confused. Let me know if anyone has any ideas or suggestions. Or if you want to volunteer to help. :) That would definitely make it easier. Thought this would help me come to a conclusion. You know.. actually seeing the pros and cons on paper. But I am still in the same position. Damn. I am going to bed. Holla.
You really have to know what you are doing when it comes to drywall. You don't want to end up with visible joints in between drywall sheets. You know how I do and I hate doing drywall. But its whatever if you have Coranas I'll help. Oh also please make sure you consult an inspector because they may require certain things i.e. a separete heating unit etc.
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