What is the hardest part of finishing a basement?

• <div><p>The most challenging part of finishing a basement is addressing moisture control. Basement waterproofing is an essential task that requires a professional’s skills and knowledge. If you don’t properly waterproof your finished basement, it’ll be vulnerable to dampness, water damage, and mold growth. Ensuring proper insulation and ventilation to combat these issues while meeting building codes adds complexity to your remodeling project.</p></div>

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Q: How long should you wait after a new build to finish a basement?

• <div><p>You should plan on waiting at least a year and ideally two to three years after construction before finishing your basement. This will give the foundation time to settle in response to the weight of your home and the expansion of the surrounding soil. You can then repair your foundation and seal any cracks as needed before finishing it to reduce your risk of future leaks or other issues.</p></div>

Q: What costs are associated with basement remodeling?

• <div><p>Costs are guided by renovation scope, materials chosen, project duration, structural needs, and labor. Prioritizing tasks prevents unforeseen expenses.</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>

Q: Are walkout basements included in square footage?

• <div><p>Walkout basements are not generally included in a home&rsquo;s square footage, although they may be if they meet certain conditions that depend on local regulations. A finished walkout basement used as a living space may be counted toward square footage in some locations as long as all codes for livable space are met.</p></div>

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Last update on November 18, 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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