Finish a Basement

— LIVE with a Licensed GC

Learn step-by-step how to plan, price, and complete basement builds that pass inspection the first time.

This is a live training taught by a working General Contractor, not pre-recorded videos.

Class days Tuesday and Thursday, A 4-week course

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Class days Tuesday and Thursday, A 4-week course

Learn How to Manage Projects, Subcontractors & Every Responsibility of a GC

Master the Job Site Become a Skilled & Respected General Contractor

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INTRODUCTION

Finishing a basement is one of the most profitable and in-demand residential projects. But without a proven workflow, you risk costly mistakes, failed inspections, and client frustration.

This four-week live course walks you through every phase of a real basement project — from the first walkthrough to final inspection — showing you exactly how professional GCs plan, manage, and deliver builds that impress clients and pass inspection the first time.

COURSE SCHEDULE

Replay Access: All sessions are recorded and available for lifetime viewing

Format: Interactive training with real project breakdowns and Q&A

Join live, ask questions, and apply lessons to your own projects in real time.

Live Sessions: Every Tuesday and Thursday, 7–8 PM EST

Duration: 4 Weeks (8 total live classes)

WHO THIS COURSE IS FOR

Aspiring contractors who want to build their first basement project with confidence.

Homeowners who want to manage their own basement renovation like a pro.

Working tradesmen ready to take on independent contracts and manage projects from start to finish.

WHAT YOU’LL

LEARN INSIDE THE COURSE

  • Estimate, price, and schedule a basement project from start to finish.

  • Navigate code, permits, and inspections with confidence.

  • Manage subcontractors and timelines like a professional GC.

  • Deliver finished basements that pass inspection on the first try.

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What You’ll Learn:

  • Manage job sites like a pro from start to finish

  • Work with subcontractors effectively & avoid costly delays

  • Understand permits, inspections & construction regulations

  • Track budgets, stay profitable & prevent financial mistakes

  • Manage job sites like a pro from start to finish

  • Work with subcontractors effectively & avoid costly delays

  • Understand permits, inspections & construction regulations

  • Track budgets, stay profitable & prevent financial mistakes

What You’ll Learn Inside the GC

Fundamentals Blueprint

Initial Consultation & Site Assessment

  1. Understanding basement project scope and ROI

  2. Moisture inspection and mitigation methods

  3. Measuring, photographing, and documenting existing conditions

  4. Discussing design intent with clients (functionality, layout, finishes)

Layout Design & Estimating

  1. Developing the layout (bedroom, bath, storage, open areas)

  2. Reading or sketching simple plans (blueprint intro)

  3. Taking field measurements accurately

  4. Performing the first cost estimate and scope breakdown

  5. Writing a professional proposal /quote

Permits, Code, and Pre-Construction

  1. Submitting plans to the building department

  2. Key code rules for basement projects (egress, ceiling height, insulation, HVAC, plumbing)

  3. Setting up your job file, subcontractor list, and schedule

  4. Pre-construction checklist and materials ordering

Structural Work & Rough-In Phase

  1. Framing layout & wall construction

  2. Subfloor systems & waterproofing

  3. Rough plumbing, electrical, and HVAC

  4. Rough-in inspections — passing on first try

Insulation, Drywall & Interior Build-Out

  1. Fire-blocking & insulation installation

  2. Hanging drywall and finishing techniques

  3. Ceiling options — drywall vs drop

  4. Priming and sealing for moisture protection

Trim, Flooring & Finishes

  1. Installing doors, casings, and baseboards

  2. Painting sequence

  3. Flooring systems — luxury vinyl, carpet, tile

  4. Electrical trim-out, lighting, and HVAC finish work

Final Inspection & Handover

  1. Final punch-list process

  2. Cleanup & client walkthrough

  3. Closing permits and collecting payment

  4. Warranty forms and marketing your project results

GC Business Tools & Templates

  • Basement take-off worksheet

  • Draw schedule example

  • Pre-permit checklist

  • Inspection readiness checklist

  • Sample change order & contract clauses

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Why This Course Works

Taught by a Working GC

You’ll learn directly from someone who’s been in the field, not just behind a desk.

Practical Tools and Templates

You’ll receive real job checklists, forms, and workflows you can use right away.

Project-Ready by the End

You’ll walk away ready to take on real basement projects with clarity and confidence.

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FINISH A BASEMENT:

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(Regular $497)

Price: $297

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