Basement Finishing in Farmington, Utah
4.9 ★ · 78 Google Reviews
Farmington has been one of Davis County's fastest-growing cities, and the growth pattern shows up in our basement work: big new homes in Compton Bench and Farmington Hills sold with unfinished basements the builder quoted at eye-watering prices, and established homes near downtown and Oakridge whose owners are ready to reclaim the space downstairs. Finishing with the builder often costs 20–40% more than finishing after closing with a dedicated crew — and you get better drywall work from a company that does drywall for a living. We finish Farmington basements turn-key: framing through paint, one contract, one schedule.
New-construction basement finishes done right
New Compton Bench and Farmington Hills basements usually arrive with 9-foot ceilings, roughed plumbing, and a blank slate — the best possible starting point. The typical build-out is a large family room, two bedrooms with egress, a full bath, and a storage room; theaters and wet bars are the most popular upgrades. Because the bones are new, almost all the budget goes into visible finish quality — and that's where a drywall-first contractor earns its keep. Smooth Level 5 walls for modern designs, crisp corners, and texture that matches the builder's main floor exactly.
Established Farmington homes
Near downtown Farmington and the Shepard Lane area, basements are older and need more judgment: moisture checks before framing, mechanical rework, sometimes an egress cut through original concrete. We've done historic-adjacent work in Farmington for years and we know what the city's inspectors want to see. Whatever the vintage, you get a written scope and a line-item price before we touch anything.
Farmington basement finishing cost
Turn-key Farmington finishes run $35–$55 per square foot. New-construction basements trend toward the middle of the range: a 1,200 sqft finish with two bedrooms, a bath, and a family room typically lands between $45,000 and $62,000. A home theater adds $5,000–$15,000 depending on soundproofing and tiered seating platforms; wet bars typically add $4,000–$10,000. Compare that against your builder's finish quote — most Farmington homeowners save significantly finishing after closing. Estimates are free and itemized.
What Farmington-Area Clients Say
Rated 4.9 stars across 78 Google reviews.
"We chose Drywall Techs LLC for finishing our basement. Alex and his team did an incredible job! Alex is very professional and knowledgeable. The job was completed in a very timely manner, the whole process went smoothly, and the quality is excellent."
"Guys arrived on time and began their work after putting down protective tarps to cover our wood floors and stairs. Work was clean, careful, and finished beautifully."
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to finish a basement in Farmington?
Turn-key finishes run $35–$55 per square foot. A typical 1,200 sqft new-construction finish with two bedrooms, a bath, and family room lands between $45,000 and $62,000 — usually well below the builder's quote for the same scope.
Is it cheaper to finish my basement after closing than with the builder?
Almost always. Builder basement finishes in Farmington commonly run 20–40% higher than the same scope done after closing by a dedicated finishing crew — and you get more say in layout and finishes.
Can you add a home theater to my Farmington basement?
Yes. Theaters are our most-requested Farmington upgrade — soundproof drywall assemblies, dimmable lighting circuits, and riser platforms, typically adding $5,000–$15,000 to the project.
Do you match the builder's texture and finish level?
Yes. We're a drywall company first — matching your main floor's texture, corner style, and finish level is exactly what our finishers do every day. The basement will look like the builder finished it on day one.
Do you pull permits with Farmington City?
Yes. We pull the permit, schedule all inspections, and build to current code including egress windows in every bedroom. The finished space is fully legal and counts at resale.
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