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Renovate Your Basement in 2025: Tips, Costs & Trends | The Real Estate Podcast EP323

Thinking about renovating your basement in 2025? Whether you're deciding on the best flooring, curious about heated floors, or wondering how to deal with moisture issues, Adrian Trott and Ariel Kormendy will share their expert insights and personal experiences. Join us as we explore practical solutions, cozy upgrades, and expert tips to make your basement a functional and comfortable space.

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0:19 – Introduction

2:14 – Are Home Humidifiers Worth It? Pros and Cons Explained

4:00– Why Furnace and Duct Maintenance Is Critical for Your Home

11:09 – Avoiding Moisture Damage: The Importance of Bathroom Fans

13:37 – How to Design a Flexible and Multi-Use Basement Space

14:53 – Brightening Your Basement: Benefits of Larger Windows

19:15 – Why Installing a Subfloor in Your Basement Is a Game Changer

24:05 – Full Kitchen vs. Wet Bar: Which Is Better for Your Basement?

26:15 – The Rise of Portable and Convenient Kitchen Appliances

28:44 – Future-Proof Your Basement with Ethernet Cables

30:57 – Enhancing Comfort: Ceiling Insulation and Surround Sound Setup

33:20 – The Benefits of Heated Floors for Your Basement

38:25 – Choosing Light-Coloured Floors to Brighten Your Basement

38:51 – How Carpet Can Make Your Basement Cozy and Soundproof

42:38 – Pros and Cons of Carpeting Your Basement Stairs

43:37 – Outro/recap


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In 2011, Ariel Kormendy and Adrian Trott formed The Kormendy Trott Team, now often referred to as KT (thanks to our logo!). The foundation of KT is built on providing unmatched value and attention to detail in everything we do. From our ever-expanding, comprehensive list of exclusive services to our expertly trained team, you will receive the highest level of care throughout your entire real estate journey.

Originally a team of two in Milton, Ontario, the KT Team has grown into a large team of exceptional REALTORS®, a client-care department, and now includes KT media, KT Commercial and KT Property Management to provide our clients with a complete lineup of genuine, professional, and proven services across Halton Region, Peel Region and the surrounding Regions within the Greater Toronto Area.


We’d appreciate it if you’d subscribe and follow us for behind-the-scenes footage, real estate tips, industry secrets, exclusive listings, The Real Estate Podcast, and more!

Broadcast on:
20 Jan 2025

Thinking about renovating your basement in 2025? Whether you're deciding on the best flooring, curious about heated floors, or wondering how to deal with moisture issues, Adrian Trott and Ariel Kormendy will share their expert insights and personal experiences. Join us as we explore practical solutions, cozy upgrades, and expert tips to make your basement a functional and comfortable space.

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0:19 – Introduction

2:14 – Are Home Humidifiers Worth It? Pros and Cons Explained

4:00– Why Furnace and Duct Maintenance Is Critical for Your Home

11:09 – Avoiding Moisture Damage: The Importance of Bathroom Fans

13:37 – How to Design a Flexible and Multi-Use Basement Space

14:53 – Brightening Your Basement: Benefits of Larger Windows

19:15 – Why Installing a Subfloor in Your Basement Is a Game Changer

24:05 – Full Kitchen vs. Wet Bar: Which Is Better for Your Basement?

26:15 – The Rise of Portable and Convenient Kitchen Appliances

28:44 – Future-Proof Your Basement with Ethernet Cables

30:57 – Enhancing Comfort: Ceiling Insulation and Surround Sound Setup

33:20 – The Benefits of Heated Floors for Your Basement

38:25 – Choosing Light-Coloured Floors to Brighten Your Basement

38:51 – How Carpet Can Make Your Basement Cozy and Soundproof

42:38 – Pros and Cons of Carpeting Your Basement Stairs

43:37 – Outro/recap


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Want more real estate podcast discussions?


Watch it here: youtu.be/uLhNb8fdHt4

Listen to it here: https://open.spotify.com/show/1pwncyet9NydbgTmx5D21k


Catch clips and highlights of the show here: http://www.instagram.com/kormendytrott


************************


Our Social:


Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/kormendytrott


YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/kormendytrott

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/kormendytrott

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/KormendyTrott

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1pwncyet9NydbgTmx5D21k

LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/ktrealty

Pinterest: http://www.pinterest.ca/KormendyTrott

TikTok: http://www.tiktok.com/@kormendytrott?lang=en


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In 2011, Ariel Kormendy and Adrian Trott formed The Kormendy Trott Team, now often referred to as KT (thanks to our logo!). The foundation of KT is built on providing unmatched value and attention to detail in everything we do. From our ever-expanding, comprehensive list of exclusive services to our expertly trained team, you will receive the highest level of care throughout your entire real estate journey.

Originally a team of two in Milton, Ontario, the KT Team has grown into a large team of exceptional REALTORS®, a client-care department, and now includes KT media, KT Commercial and KT Property Management to provide our clients with a complete lineup of genuine, professional, and proven services across Halton Region, Peel Region and the surrounding Regions within the Greater Toronto Area.


We’d appreciate it if you’d subscribe and follow us for behind-the-scenes footage, real estate tips, industry secrets, exclusive listings, The Real Estate Podcast, and more!