Can you jack up a house and add a basement?

• <div><p>Lifting a house and adding a basement is one way to add usable square footage. Lifting or jacking a house is a complex process, and it can be expensive, not to mention that you won’t be able to live in your house while it’s lifted, due to safety concerns. Lifting a house should only be done by experienced professionals.</p></div>

How much basement wall bowing is acceptable?

• <div><p>Generally, a wall can bow up to 30% of its thickness, or around 2.5 inches for an 8-inch-thick structure, before it becomes an urgent situation. If your basement wall bows more than 1 inch, it's time to have a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-inspect-your-basement.htm">basement inspection</a> to determine if a repair is necessary, depending on the soil conditions and structural specifics. Walls nearing 4 inches of bowing will require significant repairs. More than 6 inches of bowing usually means the wall will need replacing. </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: How long does it take to finish a basement?

• <div><p>Finishing a basement normally takes four to eight weeks, but the timeline depends on the size of your basement, your contractor's availability, and the extent of finishing work. Framing the basement will take three to five days, while adding electrical and rough-in plumbing can be another three to five days. Adding drywall can take five days, and floor installation can take two to three days. Final touches, like painting and adding trim, will take another week.</p></div>

Q: Is a walkout basement below grade?

• <div><p>A walkout basement is considered to be partially below grade because at least one wall is entirely exposed. In some cases and in specific municipalities, inspectors and appraisers will still count walkout basements as below grade, which means the space can&rsquo;t serve as living space or be rented out. If you intend on using the area as living space or a separate apartment, you should check with your local building department to make sure it&rsquo;s legal to do so.</p></div>

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Last update on October 30, 2025

Reviewed in September 2025
Hunter has done several projects and remodels to my homes over the years. Does great work. Would use 10 out of 10 times
Lakeside Home & Property Solutions LLC
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Reviewed in September 2025
J&R Remodeling came out and gave me a stand up job and kept the cost to a minimum..5 star company!
J & R Remodeling, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2025
Sammy was professional, addressing all issues and concerns during a bathroom and kitchen remodel. He worked closely with the client's vision, ensuring the project was perfect. The craftsmanship was excellent, and the team was polite. The project was under control, and Sammy's expertise in...
Remodeling Home Advisors
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Reviewed in October 2023
Very professional. We were quoted a price and he stuck with the price. His work was wonderful. We will definitely use them again for more home remodeling projects.
Pro's Carpentry
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Reviewed in September 2022
Most reliable and very competent. Not an easy job to remove old junk from a basement!!
QC's All Trucking And Junk Removal, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2022
It was significant. They were professional and knowledgeable. They were able to do the remodeling in our house.
Alabama Dream Homes
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Reviewed in January 2021
Diser Construction remodeled our basement and two bathrooms. Working with James and his team was a great experience! They always communicated well, were courteous working in our home, cleaned up each day, and the work quality was fantastic! We highly recommend working with them!
Diser Construction
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Reviewed in June 2020
Now that I’ve sold my house and moved out of the area I can give my review without accusations of bias, one way or the other, or trying to gain any financial benefit. Earl and I had a business (and a War Eagle!) relationship for over 15 years to my nearly complete satisfaction. The work...
Fisher Remodelers, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2015
Bathroom sink faucet began leaking (the faucet itself, not the water lines). This was somewhat of a disappointment, as I bought the faucet myself from Lowe's when I had the bathroom remodeled about five years ago, and it was not a cheap faucet. I first called Caldwell and Sons, a business with...
Ron's Old Time Plumbing Inc
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Reviewed in February 2011
We took out the old tub and provided the new tub. Terry Edward's crew installed the new tub, facuet and drain stop. The finished bathroom looks very nice. They had to push our scheduled date back a few days (due to a previous project running longer than expected) and they chipped a corner off...
Terry Edwards' Plumbing & Contracting
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