Basement Finishing in West Jordan

West Jordan is Salt Lake County’s second-largest city with over 116,000 residents — and it’s still growing. Stretching from the Oquirrh Mountains to Bangerter Highway and beyond, West Jordan is a mix of established 1980s-90s subdivisions, newer developments on the west side, and everything in between. It’s a city where families put down roots, and most of those families are sitting on 800-1,200 square feet of unfinished basement.

Utah Basement Finishing has completed dozens of projects in West Jordan over our 12+ year history. We know the housing stock here — from the older split-levels near 7800 South to the two-stories going up near the Mountain View Corridor.

Why West Jordan Homeowners Finish Their Basements

West Jordan is a working family city. Homes are more affordable than the east side of the valley, which means residents tend to invest in their current home rather than trade up. Finishing the basement is the single best investment you can make.

What we build most in West Jordan:

• Family rooms and playrooms — With above-average household sizes, the main floor gets crowded fast
• Extra bedrooms — Teenagers especially benefit from basement bedrooms with their own bathroom
• Home gyms and workout rooms — Basement ceilings in newer West Jordan homes easily accommodate equipment
• Storage and utility rooms — Smart built-in storage that keeps the finished space organized
• Basement apartments — Rental demand is strong, especially near Jordan Landing and the TRAX station areas

West Jordan Housing & Basement Profiles

Established neighborhoods (east of Bangerter, built 1978-2000): These homes typically have 7.5-8 foot basement ceilings, some pre-roughed plumbing, and standard concrete foundations. Many have partial finishes — a roughed-in bathroom or a single finished room — and owners want us to complete the rest properly.

Newer developments (west of Mountain View Corridor, 2010+): Taller 9-foot ceilings, modern insulation, pre-roughed plumbing, and open layouts. These are straightforward projects that move quickly and cost less.

Split-level and bi-level homes: West Jordan has a lot of these from the 1980s. The lower level is partially below grade, which creates unique lighting and layout opportunities. We’ve finished many split-levels and know how to make that awkward in-between level work.

Our Services

• Design & Layout — Plans tailored to West Jordan’s common home styles
• Framing & Insulation — Energy-efficient framing for Utah’s extreme temperatures
• Electrical & Plumbing — Full service, fully permitted
• Drywall & Paint — Clean, professional finishes
• Flooring — LVP, carpet, tile — whatever suits your space
• Bathrooms — New bathrooms from rough-in to final fixture
• Kitchens & Wet Bars — For apartments or entertainment
• Home Theaters — Movie rooms and gaming setups
• Egress Windows — Light, safety, and code compliance

Permits in West Jordan

West Jordan City requires building permits for all basement finishing work. The city’s building department is at City Hall (8000 South Redwood Road) and handles plan review and inspections.

Typical timeline:

• Plan review: 1-2 weeks
• Inspections: framing, rough-in, insulation, final

We handle the full permit process. West Jordan’s building department is one we work with regularly — no surprises.

Nearby Cities

We serve West Jordan and the surrounding area including South Jordan, Riverton, Herriman, Midvale, Murray, and Taylorsville.

Get Your Free Estimate

Ready to turn that West Jordan basement into real living space? Call 801-515-3473 or request a free estimate online.

Monday – Saturday, 8am – 6pm.