The Doghouse 

A doghouse-style basement entry provides a secure, functional, and attractive access point to your basement—ideal for families, renters, or multi-use spaces.

  • Custom-Built for Your Home - Each doghouse entry is tailored to match your home’s exterior, ensuring a seamless, aesthetically pleasing look that blends naturally with your siding, trim, and overall architecture.
  • Fully Weather-Tight Construction - Built with durable, high-performance materials designed to withstand the elements and protect your basement entry from water intrusion, drafts, and temperature extremes.
  • Enhanced Access & Livability - Ideal for basement apartments, finished lower levels, or home offices, this entry offers convenience, safety, and curb appeal all in one.
  • Increased Property Value - A well-designed basement entry can add both functionality and resale value, making your space more versatile and appealing to future buyers or tenants.

Why homeowners love it:


✔️ Private Access – Ideal for in-law suites, rental units, or home offices.

✔️ Emergency Egress – Adds a second safe exit from your basement.

✔️ Increased Home Value – Improves function, safety, and curb appeal.



Full size pre cast stair entry
Featuring: Certainteed siding & Therma Tru Door
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Interior lighting & insulation

Pricing

Our base Dog House Entry package starts @ $26,000
Here’s what influences the pricing:

  • Site Conditions: Every home is different. The grade of your yard, existing foundation conditions, required excavation, and access to the work area all affect the scope of work and materials needed.
  • Material Selection: We offer a variety of exterior siding options, door systems, trim styles, and roofing materials to match or complement your home. The exact materials you choose—such as custom trim, Azek, fiberglass doors, or insulated finishes—will influence the final cost.
  • Optional Features: Interior finishing, lighting, or drainage systems can be added at an additional cost if requested.
We will provide a detailed, itemized quote after a site visit to assess your property and confirm your design and material preferences. This ensures you receive accurate pricing and a custom solution built to last.