Basement Finishing in Orem

Orem — “Family City USA” — lives up to the name. With about 98,000 residents, it’s Utah County’s second-largest city and one of the most family-oriented places in the state. Home to Utah Valley University, bordered by Provo to the south and Lindon to the north, Orem stretches from the Wasatch foothills to Utah Lake. The housing stock is dense and varied: 1960s ramblers near State Street, 1980s-90s two-stories in the central neighborhoods, and newer builds along the edges.

Utah Basement Finishing has been serving Orem homeowners for 20+ years. Orem’s housing diversity means we see every type of basement project here — from complete gut-and-rebuilds in older homes to fast finishes in newer construction.

Why Orem Homeowners Finish

Orem families are big. The average household size is well above national norms, and homes that were comfortable for a family of four get tight with six or seven. The basement is the answer.

Top projects:

• Bedrooms and bathrooms — The universal need in Orem. More kids = more bedrooms
• Playrooms and family rooms — Dedicated kid zones that keep the main floor functional
• Rental apartments — UVU students and young professionals create strong rental demand
• Updated finishes — Replacing 1970s-80s basement finishes with modern, clean spaces
• Home offices and study rooms — Important for UVU and BYU-adjacent professionals and students
• Music rooms — Orem has a strong music and arts culture. Soundproofed basement rooms are popular

Orem’s Housing Stock

East Orem (foothills): Older homes from the 1960s-70s, often on larger lots with mature landscaping. Basements have 7.5-8 foot ceilings, older systems, and character. Many have partial finishes that are due for renovation.

Central Orem (800 North to Center Street): Dense neighborhoods built 1975-1995. Standard basements, mid-range ceiling heights, pre-roughed plumbing in some. Solid finishing candidates.

West Orem and Geneva Road area: Mix of older affordable homes and some newer construction. Proximity to Utah Lake means moisture assessment is important before finishing.

North Orem (Vineyard border): Some of the newest construction in Orem, with modern basements ready to finish.

Our Services

• Design & Layout — Family-optimized floor plans
• Framing & Insulation — Proper vapor barriers for Orem’s varying soil conditions
• Electrical & Plumbing — Full service for older and newer homes
• Drywall & Paint — Clean, modern finishes
• Flooring — Durable, family-friendly options
• Bathrooms — New builds and renovations
• Kitchens & Wet Bars — Apartment kitchens and entertaining spaces
• Home Theaters — Movie and gaming rooms
• Egress Windows — Light and safety for basement bedrooms

Permits

Orem City’s building department processes permits efficiently. Plan review typically takes 1-2 weeks. For rental apartment conversions, Orem has specific requirements for fire separation and separate entrances.

We handle permits end to end.

Nearby Cities

We serve Orem and surrounding areas including Provo, Lindon, Pleasant Grove, American Fork, and Vineyard.

Get Your Free Estimate

Family City USA deserves family-ready basements. Call 801-515-3473 or request a free estimate.

Monday – Saturday, 8am – 6pm.