The best time of year to remodel your basement depends on whether you are doing the work yourself or hiring a contractor. If you are doing the work yourself, summer is usually the best time. This is because it will be cool in the basement in summer, and you don't have to cope with adverse weather conditions like snow or sleet. If you are hiring a contractor, winter can be a great time to have your basement remodeled. Contractors are usually busy with outdoor projects in the nicer weather, so it's harder to find available ones, and they may charge more because their services are in demand. They may have inventory that they want to move in winter, so you might get a better deal in winter rather than buying the same materials in the spring, summer, or fall. There's often less demand for permits in the winter which will help you get the necessary paperwork done faster.