A Texas basement is actually a bit of a misnomer because it's not a basement in the traditional sense. Instead, it's an attic space located on the second floor of a home, typically above a garage. Here are some key points about a Texas basement by DH Homes:
Reason for the Name: Traditional basements are uncommon in Texas due to the high water table and the type of soil, which makes construction difficult and expensive.
Usage: Often used for storage, but can also be converted into additional living space.
Location:
Typically found above the garage.
Bonus:
The garage becomes approximately 3' deeper to accommodate the stairs, and the area underneath the stairs is available for storage!
The unfinished room:
This information varies from plan to plan. Generally, the space is approximately 19' wide x 20' deep (not including stairs). The floor is decked with 4x8 T&G sheets screwed and glued. The side walls are a minimum of 18" tall—the ceilings vault to approximately 7' in the center. The window is a minimum of 32"w x 60" tall.
The room is accessed by a full set ofwood framed stairs with handrail.
The finished room:
The thermal envelope of the room is insulated.
Walls and ceilings are drywalled, textured, and painted
Painted wood trim throughout
Two Ceiling fans with light kits
L1 carpet on the stairs and in the main space
The room is conditioned (HVAC)
