What should be addressed before finishing or remodeling a basement?

Before finishes are installed, the basement should be evaluated for water intrusion, dampness, cracks or movement, drainage conditions, ceiling height, egress needs, utilities, and the condition of the existing walls and floor. NK Construction & Design plans the remodeling scope around those conditions so waterproofing, structural work, mechanical changes, framing, and finishes are sequenced correctly rather than concealed behind a finished room.