A raised, partially enclosed space beneath the house. Crawl spaces provide ventilation and easy access to utilities while protecting the house from ground moisture.
Daylight
A partially below-grade basement featuring windows to bring in natural light. This design is common on sloped lots but doesn’t include direct walkout access.
Basement
A below-grade space that can be left unfinished for storage or utilities or
fully finished as additional living space with the addition of window wells for emergency egress.
Slab
A single, continuous pour of concrete that serves as both the foundation and the floor. It’s typically reinforced with rebar or wire mesh and is ideal for level lots in warmer climates.
