Basement Finishing in Murray

Murray is the geographic center of the Salt Lake Valley — literally. With about 50,000 residents, it’s compact, accessible, and has some of the most interesting housing diversity in the metro. You’ll find 1950s brick ramblers on tree-lined streets near Murray Park, 1970s-80s split-levels in the neighborhoods around Fashion Place Mall, and newer townhomes and condos near the TRAX stations. Murray is a city that’s been lived in, and its basements tell the story.

Utah Basement Finishing works in Murray frequently — our office is just a few minutes away on 900 South in Salt Lake City. We know Murray’s homes, its neighborhoods, and its building department well.

Why Murray Homeowners Finish Their Basements

Murray’s location makes it a commuter’s dream — 15 minutes to downtown SLC, 20 minutes to the tech corridor, easy TRAX access. But Murray homes tend to be older and more modest in size, which means the basement is where you find your extra space.

Common Murray projects:

• Additional bedrooms — Older Murray homes often have 2-3 bedrooms upstairs. The basement adds 1-3 more.
• Updated family rooms — Many Murray basements were “finished” in the 1970s-80s with wood paneling and drop ceilings. We tear out the old and build new.
• Basement apartments — Murray’s central location and TRAX access make basement apartments highly rentable ($900-$1,200/month)
• Home offices — Murray’s working professionals need quiet workspace
• Laundry rooms — Upgrading from an unfinished utility corner to a proper laundry space

Murray’s Basement Character

1950s-60s homes: These are the brick ramblers and bungalows that define old Murray. Expect:

• 7-7.5 foot ceilings
• Block or poured concrete foundations
• Older plumbing and electrical that likely needs updating
• Small windows (egress windows will need to be added for bedrooms)

1970s-80s homes: Split-levels and two-stories with partially finished basements. Common issues:

• Dated finishes (paneling, low-pile carpet, popcorn ceilings)
• Asbestos in ceiling texture or floor tiles (we coordinate testing and abatement)
• Functional but undersized bathrooms

Newer construction (2000s+): Found mainly near 5300 South and Murray’s west side. Standard modern basements with good ceiling height and pre-roughed plumbing.

Our Services

• Design & Layout — Creative solutions for Murray’s compact older basements
• Framing & Insulation — Proper insulation against older foundation walls
• Electrical & Plumbing — Panel upgrades, new circuits, updated plumbing
• Drywall & Paint — Replacing paneling with clean, modern drywall
• Flooring — Moisture-resistant options for older foundations
• Bathrooms — New builds or complete remodels of existing
• Kitchens & Wet Bars — Apartment-ready kitchens
• Home Theaters — Even in lower-ceiling basements
• Egress Windows — Critical for older Murray homes

Permits

Murray City’s building department is at City Hall (5025 South State Street). They’re familiar with basement finishing permits and the process moves quickly — typically 1-2 weeks for plan review. We handle the full process.

Nearby Cities

We serve Murray and surrounding areas including Midvale, Holladay, Cottonwood Heights, West Jordan, and Salt Lake City.

Get Your Free Estimate

Murray basements have great bones — let us bring yours to life. Call 801-515-3473 or request a free estimate.

Monday – Saturday, 8am – 6pm.