Boulder, Colorado · Boulder County

Basement Finishing in Boulder, CO

Josh Brooks Construction and Renovation Inc. finishes basements in Boulder — framing, electrical, plumbing, drywall, egress, bathrooms and flooring under one contract, fully permitted and inspected.

Free estimate: 720-828-7997 Text 720-453-5095

Recent Basement Finishing Work

Real photos from Josh Brooks Construction jobs on the Front Range. Captions note where each job was done.

Sliding barn door being installed in newly finished basement in Fort Collins Colorado by Josh Brooks Construction and Renovation Inc.
Sliding barn door being installed in newly finished basement in Fort Collins Colorado by Josh Brooks Construction and Renovation Inc.
Drywall installation with framed door opening during basement finishing project Fort Collins Colorado by Josh Brooks Construction and Renovation Inc.
Drywall installation with framed door opening during basement finishing project Fort Collins Colorado by Josh Brooks Construction and Renovation Inc.
Steel stud framing for basement bedroom walls during basement finishing project in Fort Collins Colorado by Josh Brooks Construction and Renovation Inc.
Steel stud framing for basement bedroom walls during basement finishing project in Fort Collins Colorado by Josh Brooks Construction and Renovation Inc.

Quick answer: Josh Brooks Construction is a Boulder County licensed general contractor (CON-24-0152) that finishes basements in Boulder. Every project is permitted and inspected, with code-compliant egress. Typical cost: about $30–$50 per sq ft. Call 720-828-7997.

What’s included in a Boulder basement finish

  • Design and layout — family room, bedrooms, office, gym or rental-ready space
  • Framing, insulation and moisture control
  • Electrical, plumbing and HVAC by licensed trades
  • Egress windows and wells
  • Bathrooms and wet bars
  • Drywall, paint, trim, doors and flooring

Permits and code

Basement finishes in Boulder require a building permit. We hold a Boulder County contractor license (CON-24-0152) and pull the permit with the local building department, then schedule rough and final inspections. Unpermitted basements cause problems at resale — we don’t do them.

Basement finishing cost

A standard Colorado basement finish typically runs about $30–$50 per square foot. Bathrooms, egress, ceiling height work and high-end finishes add to that. See our basement finishing guide for more on cost and ROI.

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Boulder basement finishing FAQ

How much does basement finishing cost in Boulder?

A standard basement finish in Colorado typically runs about $30–$50 per square foot, depending on size, egress, bathrooms and finish level. We give a written, itemized bid after an on-site walkthrough.

Do I need a permit to finish a basement in Boulder?

Yes. Finishing a basement requires a building permit and inspections. We pull the permit and schedule every inspection.

Does a basement bedroom need an egress window?

Yes. Any basement bedroom needs code-compliant egress. We cut and install egress windows and wells as part of the finish.

How long does a basement finish take?

Most basement finishes take several weeks from framing to final inspection, depending on scope and inspection scheduling.

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