What should I consider when designing a bar in my basement?

• <div><p>Envision the type of bar experience you'd like to create for your guests. For example:</p><ul><li><p>Does your basement have enough finished space for bar stools or seating?</p></li><li><p>What type of additional lighting would set the tone for the room?</p></li><li><p>Are there basement windows or an HVAC system?</p></li><li><p>Do you need new plumbing in your basement for a proper wet bar?</p></li><li><p>Could you be happy with a built-in wall cabinet bar rather than a full-scale wet bar?</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Is it worth it to renovate a basement?

• <div><p>Yes. Renovating your basement has a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/remodeling-projects-highest-roi.htm">return on investment (ROI)</a> of 75%, meaning your remodel investment will significantly increase the value of your home. Besides the ROI, your family can enjoy a larger, more usable space while you live there. </p></div>

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Q: Is it cheaper to build up or add a basement?

• <div><p>Building up by adding square footage to the top of your home is often less expensive than adding a basement, but it depends on the specifics of your house, your property, and supply costs. Because building a basement requires excavation, it can be a more expensive option than building up.</p></div>

Q: Is framing a basement challenging?

• <div><p>While framing a basement is not as difficult as finishing a basement, it's something you should typically leave to the pros. That&rsquo;s because if something is installed correctly, it will affect your entire basement. However, you can take care of some of the smaller tasks, like filling holes or putting up some insulation. </p></div>

Q: Why do some old houses have a toilet in the basement?

• <div><p>Some older homes have toilets in the basement to combat sewage backups. This type of toilet, also known as a Pittsburgh potty, acted as a safety valve over the incoming sewer line. If a line backed up, it would back up into the toilet because it was the lowest fixture in the home, keeping it out of sight and away from the finished areas of the house.</p><p>Basement toilets were also used by workers with messy jobs, like those who worked in coal mines or steel mills. This way, they could clean up and avoid tracking dirt through their home.</p></div>

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Last update on October 30, 2025

Reviewed in May 2024
He removed old wall paper, patched and sanded, then painted prepped walls in a timely manner. He showed up when he said he would and finished in a timely manner. Because heâ s an overall jack-of-all-trades, he also replaced all electrical outlets and plates. I had two cabinet drawers that were...
Distinctive Design & Build Co.
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Reviewed in September 2023
Cris and his team are phenomenal. He worked with me on remodeling the kitchen and was so amazing I had him remodel the rest of upstairs and make a new deck for me. On time and great service and care.
Criss Professional Painting
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Reviewed in January 2023
Needed some cabinets remodeled to fit a slide in stove. Called to confirm and showed up on top, did an excellent job, very friendly and kind. Pricing was very fair for the work done and you could tell they knew what they were doing. Will definitely use again.
Sloss Construction, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2020
We hired Wayne Peffer to manage a numbers of repairs on our house, have it fixed and painted, and remodel two bathrooms. He couldn't have been better and has in fact become a good friend. Wayne is himself an expert handyman and carpenter--skills he teaches at Shelton State--who has a wealth of...
Peffer Construction
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Reviewed in April 2017
Mike and his apprentice arrived on time and the job was completed quickly. They removed the old water heater from the basement and left the work areas clean. We were very happy with the quality of work.
Bush Plumbing LLC
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Reviewed in January 2017
It was about $600 worth of service. We have used them before. They did part of our kitchen remodel & our master bathroom remodel. So, this was the third time we have used them. They do an excellent job! This last time there were 3 people and they cleaned up and vacuumed everything. They kept me...
ALCO Electric LLC
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Reviewed in July 2015
They were terrific. Responded very quickly to my email request and called me back to confirm appointment a very quick 2 days later. Called me an hour before the appointment and asked if it would be ok if they showed up early because an earlier job took less time than anticipated so they ended...
Eco City Junk
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Reviewed in June 2015
The new fence is beautiful and has made a dramatic difference to the appearance of our side yard. In less than one day the old fence was completely removed and the new one installed without any evidence that the old fence had ever existed. Connie worked with us closely for measurements to ensure...
Pro Maintenance And Construction
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Reviewed in December 2014
Best money we've spent during the remodel... and easiest, most reliable, friendly service provider I've used in Tuscaloosa, hands down. It all went great!
BA Stricklin Electrical Services
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Reviewed in March 2014
Excellent service. Did a complete remodel on an older house. Tommy stayed true to his price quote and was available on the days we were ready for him. Would recommend Tommy to anyone. In fact we are calling him to come back this week so we can get started on our guest bathroom.
The Scales Plumbing Company, Inc.
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