Can I remodel a basement myself?

• <div><p>Unless you have extensive experience in construction work, remodeling a basement is best left to a professional. There are several tasks associated with this project that require exact precision, including:</p><ul><li><p>Replacing insulation </p></li><li><p>Replacing carpet or other flooring </p></li><li><p>Adding heating and cooling</p></li><li><p>Adjusting or adding walls and doors</p></li><li><p>Altering or adding plumbing elements</p></li></ul><p>If any of these elements is done incorrectly, it could severely impact the quality of your basement remodel and be dangerous. Changing a basement often comes with <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/finished-basement-code-requirements.htm">code safety requirements</a>, like egress windows and proper ventilation. Therefore, leaving it up to a professional is often the best decision.</p></div>

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>

What are the pros and cons of finishing a basement?

• <div><p>When considering finishing your basement, take into account a few pros and cons:</p><p>Pros</p><ul><li><p>Can increase the value of your home</p></li><li><p>Separate space from the rest of the house </p></li><li><p>Customize and personalize the basement to suit your needs and style</p></li><li><p>Increase the amount of living space in your home</p></li></ul><p>Cons</p><ul><li><p>May not regain enough value to cover the cost of finishing</p></li><li><p>Lack of natural light if it’s below ground level</p></li><li><p>Moisture or flooding can cause costly damage</p></li><li><p>Installing plumbing and electrical can be messy and costly</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: What is the cheapest way to renovate a basement?

• <div><p>There are several small, inexpensive upgrades you can make to upgrade your basement. Although you still need to adhere to building codes and obtain permits when necessary, you can complete small but mighty tasks like painting the masonry walls and installing entertainment devices to make the space more usable. </p></div>

Q: Is an extension less expensive than a loft conversion?

• <div><p>Adding an extension or addition to your home costs more than a loft conversion in all but the rarest cases where the home's structural integrity is lacking. Because a home addition requires a new foundation section or significant structural upgrades to handle a cantilevered portion, the cost compared to almost any loft conversion is significantly greater for the same square footage.</p></div>

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Last update on November 22, 2025

Reviewed in January 2024
Prompt courteous service. I was working from home and barely knew they were around. Took care of 2 outbuildings as well as the house crawlspace and basement.
TruNorth Pest Control
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Reviewed in November 2016
Greg and his guys were very professional and knowledgeable on every project we've had them on. They worked closely with us and asked many questions to find out exactly what we wanted and offered alternatives as well as the pros and cons of various products and methods as they related to each...
All Pro Gutter & Home Repairs
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Reviewed in November 2015
AWT were professional, prompt, and fixed the leaks. We were extremely pleased with their work. They cleaned up after their work. We have had no leaks and no water in our basement. I highly recommend AWT .
AWT Construction
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Reviewed in January 2015
Did not have any pressure in any of my hot water faucets. Called them up, and they immediately asked if I had my hot water dripping last night due to the freeze. Unfortunately, I only had my cold water dripping. They said it was most likely that the hot water line froze, so they recommended...
West Plumbing Inc
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Reviewed in May 2013
The people from Castle Builders Custom Remodeling were very professional. They were on time and did what they said. Their price is reasonable. They gave me a quote when they said they would.
CASTLE BUILDERS CUSTOM REMODELING INC
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Reviewed in May 2013
After responding in a timely way to my initial phone call, John came to my house, inspected our grounds and basement, and then discussed a number of alternative approaches to my water problem. While the proposal he made for his own work was more extensive than I am prepared to undertake right...
American Crawlspace Solutions
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Reviewed in May 2013
Brian was prompt when I contacted him for an estimate. He was very thorough in walking through the project, space and budget. Once we decided to begin work his contractors were on the job and made great progress. They were always punctual and polite to my family. The project took a little...
Burnett Building LLC
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Reviewed in August 2012
Everything went great. This was our second bathroom remodel by McShane Home Improvement this year, will definitely use for a third next year. Do call McShane.
McShane Home Improvement
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Reviewed in July 2012
I bought my first property on Feb 08. I had Dale rewire the kitchen & bath to repair safety concerns & code violations. He also did a few sockets & switches, along with moving & updating the service panel. He finished in in less than one day. Compared to the trouble I had with the general...
Reliable & Affordable Electric
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Reviewed in November 2010
Very professional service at estimate. Dave was punctual and answered all of my questions. Though I believe the project would have been done beautifully and professionally, I was unable to afford the cost of the remodel estimated by CASE and the length of time they projected to complete the...
Case Design Remodeling Inc
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